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Deals: Colorado Garden & Home Show, Valentine’s Day and more!
I love a good get together that includessomething like watching the Grammys or the Superbowl! I was recently sent an iLive Sound bar – this was perfect for the big game. It is totally easy to connect to your TV or other Bluetooth devices and the sound is amazing! It is truly like I have a full sound system hooked up to my TV and the price is SOOOO reasonable at just $159 for sound bar with removable speakers plus a sub woofer! You will sound so bougee in front of all the friends that come over for the game. Also, don’t miss Top 10 Denver Valentine’s Day activities for families. McDonald’s Valentines. Get the McDonald’s Valentine Friend Pack. The pack is just $1.25. It includes 12 coupons worth $27+ in FREE food, including th...
2nd Saturdays at CSU Spur provide FREE Denver activities for entire family
If you’re looking for fun, free activities in Denver for the whole family, look no further than 2nd Saturdays at CSU Spur. While CSU Spur is always free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the week, it opens its doors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Saturday of the month for a variety of activities and special events. The 2nd Saturday events all have their own themes, starting with Arts and Science on Feb. 8. Here’s a look at the dates and themes for the rest of the year. It’s worth noting that each has their own special set of activities featuring experts from CSU Spur and campus partners. Feb. 8: Arts and Science. March 8: Girls and Science. April 12: Health and Wellness Spring Festival. May 10: Mother’s Day Celebration. ...
Family-friendly Powderhorn Mountain Resort: Where to stay and play!
Each year, Mile High Mamas embarks on a new ski resort adventure, and this year, we’re hitting our 30th destination at Powderhorn Mountain Resort on the northern edge of Grand Mesa, the world’s largest flattop mountain! Scroll down for great lodging options (and deals!) and be sure to check back later this month for our full trip report. Welcome to Powderhorn Mountain Resort Powderhorn Mountain Resort offers an ideal experience for families enjoying winter together just 45 minutes from Grand Junction. With over 1,600 acres of terrain suitable for all skill levels, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a first-time skier or an experienced rider. Powderhorn’s family-friendly atmosphere includes easy access to beginner slopes, ski and snowboard lessons tailored to kids and adult...
Deals: Stock Show, Mizel Arts Children’s Theater and more
I understand why people quit their New Year’s Resolutions Diets in January! Is it because Girl Scout cookies are available? Help the Girl Scouts out if you see them! If you don’t know or can’t find a Girl Scout, you can now order the cookies online! Stock Show Tickets. The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo will occur at the National Western Complex on January 11-26. There are tons of ways the National Western makes it affordable to go – even if you don’t have much money. Kids can really dive into their cowpoke era. Here are some great ways to get discounts (or free) admission – and parking is free at the National Western Complex. Don’t miss our family guide to the Stock Show and these tips: · Grab tickets to the R...
Prom swap: Donate your gently used prom dresses
Help make dreams come true this prom season! From Jan. 2 through Feb. 28, bring your gently used and clean formal wear, accessories and other prom essentials to any Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) full-service location. Your donations will be shared with local high schools and made available at JCPL prom swaps. By participating, you can help support our youth, promote sustainability and give back to our community. Let’s make sure everyone gets the chance to make beautiful prom memories this year! Your generosity can make a significant impact. Whether you have a gown you’ll never wear again or an extra pair of formal shoes collecting dust, these items can find new life and bring joy to students preparing for one of the most exciting nights of their high school years. Let’s...
Denver Deals: Stock Show, Free Days, Paw Patrol Live & more!
Yee Haw! Colorado, let’s “cowboy up.” This time of year Denver thinks about our cow-town roots as the whole city gets in on the celebration of the Stock Show! The parade through downtown starting at Union Station will begin the festivities this Thursday. The stock show is part rodeo, part livestock, part festival, all fun for everyone! The City and County building even keeps their Christmas lights up and lit though the Stock Show. If you are feeling fancy, head to the Brown Palace where you can see the champion steer in the lobby of one of the fanciest hotels in Denver. Stock Show Tickets. The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo will take place at the National Western Complex January 11-26. There are tons of ways the National Western makes it affordable to go – even if you don’t ha...
Denver Deals: Shake Shack, Smashburger, Holiday Events
If you are not finishing up your shopping this weekend, you may want to head to the Denver Art Museum and see the new exhibit, Sustained! The Persistent Genius of Indigenous Art. This celebration of Indigenous peoples’ diversity and creativity in the arts is beautiful and a learning for the whole family. We only have a week until Christmas so don’t miss our ultimate guide to Denver’s holiday season for families. Denver Zoo. Just in time for winter break and forecasted mild temperatures, Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is offering Kids Free December presented by Primrose Schools. All children ages 15 and younger receive free daytime admission through Dec. 31 to experience more than 2,500 animals. Details here. Echter’s Christmas Trees. Don’t have a tree because...
Denver Art Museum: 14 holiday events that are WILDLY, Wondrous, Wacky and Wisdom-filled
It’s a season of celebration at the DAM! The Denver Art Museum (DAM) offers fun ways for families to celebrate the close of 2024 in artistic style. From vivid, wow-inducing colors, to exploring the depths of space, to appreciating the richness of Indigenous cultures, the DAM offers wildly immersive art experiences for families to journey through this entire holiday season. Oh, and did we mention youth aged 18 and under receive free general admission every day thanks to the museum’s Free for Kids program? EVENTS AT DAM Indomitably Indigenous now through Jan. 3, 2025 The creativity of Indigenous youth ages 12-25 is on full display. Artworks in this showcase celebrate the Indigenous identities and artistic abilities of emerging artists in the Denver metro a...
Denver Free Days 2025: Your guide to free museums, zoo and attractions
Denver Free Days 2025 is here! Don’t miss our guide to Denver’s free museums, zoo and attractions! Mile High Mamas is so grateful for the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), the only cultural funding model in the nation that serves a region of seven counties. and encourages arts and cultural facilities through a small tax contribution each year. You, as a tax payer, can get free access to the top cultural facilities on special free days. We suggest you bookmark this page for easy reference all year long as we update new free days as we learn of them. Also, we strongly encourage you to check with the facility before getting the whole family in the car for a fun free outing = and double-check to ensure that the free day is still happening. But we have had lo...
Deals: Colorado Gives Day, VooDoo Doughnuts 12 Days of Christmas
I love Colorado Gives Day. If you are or were planning to donate to any of your favorite Colorado charities, do it on Tuesday, December 10. On this day, First Bank will DOUBLE your donation. It is an awesome way to have a greater impact for Charities right here in Colorado! For more information check it out here: ColoradoGives.org. I’ll be giving to my two favorites. VooDoo 12 Days of Holidays. Voodoo Doughnuts will offer half-price deals each day from December 9-20, 2024. Each day will feature a specific donut that will be on sale. Denver has three different VooDoo locations for you get the deal! GETOUTPASS. NOW is the time to secure your GetOutPass so you can enjoy oodles of free admissions to 81 of Denver’s best attractions like the Downtown Aquarium, Lakeside Amusement P...
New Year’s Eve 2024 in Denver: 20+ Family-friendly Events!
There’s no better time than now to start planning your family’s New Year’s Eve fun in Denver! There are so many options–from checking out fireworks, blockbuster museum exhibitions, stunning light displays like Zoo Lights and art shows all over town. Reminder: Zero Fare for New Year’s Eve. RTD is once again offering free fares on buses and trains, supported by Molson Coors. Make your celebration a safe one from 7 p.m. on Dec. 31 to 7 a.m. on Jan. 1. Plan Ahead: Don’t wait until the last minute for all your New Year’s Eve party favors. Check out these goofy 2025 New Year’s Eve glasses, plastic disposable champagne flutes for your kids’ Martinelli, and this fun New Year’s Eve party kit for kids. Scroll down for our Denver guides to the holidays! Family-Friendly N...
Deals: Amazon Black Friday, World Market Golden Elf & More
I love when the mountains are more than just snowboarding (while I love that too!) Check out the unique fun with Warren Station’s Winter Comedy series in Keystone River Run Villiage. This Saturday, there are two Andrew O’s (Andrew Orolfo and Andrew Orvedahl) that will keep you smiling all night and tickets are just $30 in advance ($35 day of). But sorry, it is a show for 18+. Circle K Fuel Day. On November 21 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Circle K is offering 40 cents off per gallon of gas! For a Circle K branded location near you – check here: CIRCLE K FUEL DAY IS BACK! | Circle K Amazon Black Friday. Amazon’s Black Friday deals begin on Thursday, November 21. There will be deals on electronics, fashion, beauty, home goods and more. Plus, they say they will have daily deal drops o...
