I’m letting out a giant woo-hoo for the skiers and snowboarders. Colorado ski areas are officially open with Wolf Creek, Loveland and Arapahoe Basin open and Keystone ready to open in just a few weeks (Nov. 9). Plan to get season passes NOW before the season really gets underway. One of the best places to get not only deals on lift tickets but also on gear is at the Ski and Snowboard Expo which happens at the Colorado Convention Center on November 16-18. Mark your calendars NOW if you want to get great deals.
Kneaders. Just when I think the Pumpkin Spice everything craze is done – I’m lured in. Did you know that National Pumpkin Day is on October 26? Kneaders is celebrating from October 24-31 buy a Halloween spooky Jack-o-Lantern face pie or bite into a ghost sugar cookie (buy 10 get two free).
Denver Arts Week. Plan ahead for Denver Arts Week on November 2-10 (yep, we know that’s really more than a week). The nine-day event celebrates all things art with over 300 events at art galleries, museums, theaters, and concert halls. For more details on all the events visit https://www.denver.org/denver-arts-week/
Mauzie’s Jewelry. Mauzie’s Fine Jewelry of Centennial is your one-stop local jewelry shop, and they’re having their annual open house on Nov. 3 from 10 .m.-7 p.m. They offer custom designs, jewelry from major brands, and high-quality repair. Enjoy 20% everything in store along with giveaways, libations and fine jewelry. Feel free to bring your gang…the more the merrier.
Sonic. I live in a weird neighborhood where there isn’t much in the way of fast food – but there is a SONIC! On Tuesdays, get a cheeseburger for half off after 5 p.m. or wait until after 8 p.m. and get a shake for half off as well.
Dairy Queen. Download the new DQ App and register to get a FREE small BLIZZARD®Treat! Plus, get access to exclusive weekly deals, browse the menu, and find a location near you.
Boyer’s Coffee. Did you know that Boyer’s Coffee is right here in Denver? Yep. True. They are having a sale when the more you buy the more you save. Save 10% when you buy any 2 bags or single serve cup boxes; save 15% when you buy any three, or save 20% when you buy any four.
Golden Glass Orb Treasure Hunt. Through October 31, “finders” are “keepers” in Golden. Find a one-of-a-kind glass orb somewhere in town (one hidden daily, two on weekends). Each orb is marked with a special tag and instruction to enter for a bigger prize.
Fifth Grade Passport. Colorado Ski Country is once again offering the Free 5th Grade Passport (and nominal fee 6th Grade). The Fifth Grade Passport allows your fifth grader to ski (or snowboard) three times at each of the participating resorts for FREE! Resorts include: Arapahoe Basin, Aspen, Copper Mountain, Cooper, Echo Mountain, Eldora, Granby Ranch, Loveland, Monarch, Powderhorn, Purgatory, Silverton, Snowmass, Steamboat, Sunlight, Telluride, Winter Park and Wolf Creek.
Epic Mountain Gear Jr Trade. Epic Mountain Gear has the awesome Jr. Trade program – where you buy used equipment for really cheap. It is yours to keep or trade back in at the end of the year. When you trade it in – your equipment costs less than two days of renting equipment would!
Broncos Deals. Even when the Broncos lose, there are deals. With the McDonald’s app on your phone you can score a Big Mac or Sausage McMuffin with egg for just $1. And because there were two touchdowns, you can get an Arby’s Roast Beef sandwich for just a $1 as well!
Defy Extreme Airports. Defy Extreme Airsports in Thornton has some awesome deals! They have an After School Pass for $50 and it get you 2 hours of jump time every weekday (Monday through Friday) from 2pm – 7pm from the time of purchase all the way until December 15th! (Normally a 2 hour ticket is $25); Kids Jump for kids ages 6 & under Monday – Friday from 9-10 a.m. – parents get a free one hour jump ticket with each hour 6 & Under ticket that is purchased. This is a great time for smaller kids to be able to experience the park without having to worry about bigger kids; and Family Night. Family Nights are Monday nights from 6-9pm and for $45 families of up to 6 people can come and jump.
Waldo Photos. Have you heard of Waldo Photos? Do you sometimes feel a bit like trying to find your kids in photos from school or camp is a bit like looking in that silly book where you tried to find the striped shirt guy with the stocking cap? Waldo uses facial recognition to find and deliver your kids photos as soon as they’re uploaded. It also serves as a fundraiser for schools offering a price structure that sends 50% of every photo subscription to the school. If your kids school or camp is interested in learning more – I’d love to put you in touch with the right person.
Author: Gretchen
Gretchen loves to be outdoors! She is addicted to coupons and finding the best deals or entering sweepstakes (one day she will win something really great!)
