Free Stuff: Redbox Offers Free Movie Rental for "America's Movie Night"

This Monday, November 16th, Redbox, America's destination for movie and video game rentals, is hosting "America's Movie Night." This is Redbox’s way of celebrating America’s love of movies—they’re offering all Redbox customers a complimentary rental! 

Movie fans can participate in America’s Movie Night by redeeming their promo code on the Redbox Instagram page on November 16th and reserving their movie online or via the Redbox app.

Free Krump Class with Miss Prissy

Monday, November 3, 6:00-8:30pm, downstairs in Carlson Gym on the University of Colorado Boulder main campus. LOCAL Theater Company is offering a FREE krump dance class with L.A.’s Miss Prissy, featured in the David LaChapelle film “Rize.”

Students will learn the key elements of Krump culture as well as the fundamentals of the dance style from Miss Prissy, aka The Queen of Krump. Miss Prissy will speak on the origins of Krump's context and teach choreography. Students will work in small groups to explore their personal freestyle.

The class is FREE and open to the public-- all ages and levels. Reservations are strongly recommended. See LOCALTheaterCompany.org for the online reservation form.

Check out some of Miss Prissy's work below. 
 

Free Stuff: Mark Your Calendars for Free Days at the National Park Service

There are nine more reasons to enjoy national parks next year! The National Park Service will offer free admission to every visitor on nine days in 2015.

The 2015 entrance fee-free days are:
January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 14-16: Presidents Day weekend
April 18 & 19: National Park Week’s opening weekend
August 25: National Park Service’s 99th birthday
September 26: National Public Lands Day
November 11: Veterans Day

“Every day is a great day in a national park, and these entrance fee free days offer an extra incentive to visit one of these amazing places,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “As we prepare to celebrate the National Park Service’s centennial in 2016, we are inviting all Americans to discover the beauty and history that lives in our national parks.”

A national park may be closer to home than you think. National Park Service sites are located in every state and in many major cities, including New York City which is home to ten national parks. They are places of recreation and inspiration and they are also powerful economic engines for local communities. Throughout the country, visitors to national parks spent $26.5 billion and supported almost 240,000 jobs in 2013.

Guns For Everyone to Offer Free Concealed Carry Class for the LGBT Community

Well, it ain't Drag Queen Bingo! 

On April 26, Guns For Everyone will be hosting a free Concealed Carry class for members of the LGBT community. At the end of the class, participants will receive a certificate that allows them to apply for their Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit. Space in the class is limited, so sign up while the signin' up is free! 

And after the class ends, the plan is for everybody to go hang out at Hamburger Mary's - so maybe there will be some Drag Queen Bingo involved after all!

Proposition Love Jewelry to Give Away Wedding Rings in Honor of DOMA Decision

From Proposition Love jewelry:

Today's Supreme Court rulings on Prop 8 & DOMA are a huge step toward equality and an acknowledgment of LOVE for all.

We are thrilled that our marriage has now been validated by the Federal Government.
Proposition Love Jewelry is proud to continue supporting marriage equality and Gay rights until everyone has equality.

Proposition Love is offering 25% off everything on their website in honor of this historic moment (coupon code LOVEisLOVE) and will be giving away two EnGAYment rings or wedding bands through their Facebook page. Check it out and enter to win!

Download Passes for a Special Screening of The Bling Ring!

Living the Dream, One Heist at a Time. Check out the movie inspired by the incredible true story of how a gang of fame-obsessed teens ripped off Hollywood, THE BLING RING. In theaters nationwide June 21. We have your chance to live the dream early! 

Download your passes to the special advance screening by visiting www.Gofobo.com/RSVP and entering the code: MHGGNBK9

Download Free Passes for Special Screening of The Heat Starring Sandra Bullock and Mellissa McCarthy!

Do you want to see a special screening of the new comedy, THE HEAT on Tuesday, 6/11, at 7pm in Denver? Just click the link http://bit.ly/114jCF3 to download your printable pass for two! As a reminder, screenings are first-come, first-serve and these passes do not guarantee you a seat, so arrive early! THE HEAT opens in theater June 28!

Things to do in Denver When You're Gay: National Park Week

Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site will join the other 400 units of the National Park System by offering free admission to everyone  through Friday, April 26 in celebration of National Park Week.

“This year’s theme, ‘Did you know…’ provides a fun way to discover the wonders of America’s national parks,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “For example, did you know that the country’s highest peak, lowest point, tallest tree, deepest lake and longest cave are in national parks? Did you know that national parks include seashores, battlefields and historic homes? Did you know you probably live within an hour or two of a national park? National Park Week is a great time for all to visit a nearby national park and connect with our heritage.”

Locally, Bent’s Old Fort will waive all admission fees while the fort’s bookstore and trade goods store will offer a 15% discount on all purchases from April 22 to April 26.

“National Park Week is a time to celebrate what some have called ‘America’s best idea’,” said Rick Wallner, Chief of Interpretation at Bent’s Old Fort. “Our site typifies what the national parks have to offer – wonderful examples of our country’s great natural and human history preserved and interpreted for all to enjoy. And next week it’s all free.”

Download Complimentary Pass to the Advance Denver Screening of 'Safe Haven'

Relativity presents Safe Haven, a story about a young woman’s struggle to love again. Based upon the novel by Nicholas Sparks, Safe Haven stars the delicious Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough. 

It doesn't premiere in theaters until February 14 but you can see it before anybody else on Wednesday, February 13 at 7pm in Denver!  

Visit www.Gofobo.com/RSVP and enter the code MHGGQ02M to download your complimentary pass. Each pass admits one. Limit two passes per person while limited supplies last. Passes are on a first come, first serve basis and do not guarantee admission as screening is overbooked. Pro-Tip: ARRIVE EARLY.

Win tickets to advance Denver screening of How To Survive A Plague

Want to be one of the lucky few to see an advance Denver screening of HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE on Wednesday, October 3 at 7pm?

You can enter to win an admit-two pass by texting the word EQUALITY and your ZIP CODE to 43549.

(Entry deadline: 10/1 at midnight; Example Text: EQUALITY 80246). Winners will be notified on Tuesday, October 2.  There is no charge to text 43KIX. Message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Remember, movie companies overbook previews, so arrive early because seating is not guaranteed.

IFC Films presents HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE, the story of two coalitions—ACT UP and TAG (Treatment Action Group)—whose activism and innovation turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition. HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE opens at the Denver Film Center Colfax on October 12!

Win free passes to special advance Denver screening of 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. 

Fans of MileHighGayGuy have the opportunity to see a special advance screening of the film on Tuesday, September 25 at the Landmark Greenwood Village theater! Text MILEHIGHGAYGUY and your ZIP CODE to 43549 for your chance to win! Deadline is Monday, September 24 by 4pm!

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. The film stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and the newly out Ezra Miller (pictured left) and opens in Denver on September 28.

Win free passes to advance screening of How To Survive A Plague

Want to be one of the lucky few to see an advance Denver screening of HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE on Wednesday, October 3 at 7pm?

You can enter to win an admit-two pass by texting the word EQUALITY and your ZIP CODE to 43549.

(Entry deadline: 10/1 at midnight; Example Text: EQUALITY 80246). Winners will be notified on Tuesday, October 2.  There is no charge to text 43KIX. Message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Remember, movie companies overbook previews, so arrive early because seating is not guaranteed.

IFC Films presents HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE, the story of two coalitions—ACT UP and TAG (Treatment Action Group)—whose activism and innovation turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition. HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE opens at the Denver Film Center Colfax on October 12!

Enter to win tickets to 'The Perks of Being A Wallflower'

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. 

Fans of MileHighGayGuy have the opportunity to see a special advance screening of the film on Tuesday, September 25 at the Landmark Greenwood Village theater! Text MILEHIGHGAYGUY and your ZIP CODE to 43549 for your chance to win! Deadline is Monday, September 24 by 4pm!

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. The film stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and the newly out Ezra Miller (pictured left) and opens in Denver on September 28.

Win free passes to special advance Denver screening of 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. 

Fans of MileHighGayGuy have the opportunity to see a special advance screening of the film on Tuesday, September 25 at the Landmark Greenwood Village theater! Text MILEHIGHGAYGUY and your ZIP CODE to 43549 for your chance to win! Deadline is Monday, September 24 by 4pm!

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. The film stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and the newly out Ezra Miller (pictured left) and opens in Denver on September 28.

Win Free Passes to Advance Screening of The Perks of Being A Wallflower

Based on the best-selling novel by  Stephen Chbosky, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER is a funny and touching coming-of-age story that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up and the unforgettable friends that help us through life. 

The film stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller and opens in Denver on September 28! Fans of MileHighGayGuy have the opportunity to see a special advance screening of the film on Tuesday, September 25 at the Landmark Greenwood Village theater! Text MILEHIGHGAYGUY and your ZIP CODE to 43549 for your chance to win! Deadline is Monday, September 24 by 4pm!

Free tickets to special Denver advance screening of Magic Mike!

It’s raining men this June! Channing Tatum is bringing sexy back this summer in Warner Bros. sizzling new film MAGIC MIKE.

The film also stars Matthew McConaughey as the strip club owner and Alex Pettyfer as a newbie to the profession.

MileHighGayGuy readers are invited to a special advance screening on Monday, June 25 at 7pm in Denver. Click the link for your complimentary screening pass. Seating is limited so arrive early if you wanna see some of Hollywood's hottest stars baring almost all in the next best thing to gay porn you're ever gonna get! Check out just a taste in the stills below.

(Free) Things to do in Denver (or Arvada) when you're gay: Arvada Trails Day

A fun and free event, the 11th annual Arvada Trails Day takes place on Saturday, June 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as Arvada celebrates National Trails Day hosted at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St. and at Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, W. 80th Ave. just east of Kipling.

This event celebrates two significant anniversaries and years of teaching the adventures of nature and eco-friendly practices to thousands of people from all over the region by Majestic View Nature Center (ten years) and Two Ponds Wildlife Refuge (twenty years). This free outdoor celebration coincides with National Trails Day and features walks, bicycle rides, nature exhibits, live animal presentations, an Eco-Fair, free food and more.

"Last year over 1,000 enthusiastic people enjoyed celebrating at the festival. This free day is always enjoyable for families and individuals in the community." stated Dave Olson, event co-coordinator.

Majestic View Director Karen Miller says, “It’s a day of fun exploration to discover a new trail or just enjoying nature in two of Arvada's beautiful settings.”

Trail Days is produced by Arvada Festivals Commission, Majestic View Nature Center, Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge and the Arvada Parks Advisory Committee. This event is collaboration among many community groups and many volunteers who make the day fun for all. Last year over 640 hours of combined paid staff and volunteer time went into planning and producing this event.  For more information contact the Festivals Commission at 720-898-7400 or online at www.arvadafestivals.com.

David Guetta releases documentary 'Nothing But The Beat' free on iTunes through April 2

Superstar DJ and producer David Guetta has announced that his documentary “Nothing But The Beat” which was produced by Coca Cola’s Burn Energy Drink in conjunction with his own label “What A Music,” is to be released as a free iTunes podcast today, March 27th – April 2nd, marking the biggest global campaign iTunes has done for an artist and first of its kind with a brand. “Nothing But The Beat” is a full-length documentary-style film chronicling David Guetta’s life, career and meteoric rise from underground house DJ to global superstar. The movie tells the inspirational story of the rise of EDM through the eyes of David Guetta and his friends; their impact on electronic music is ready to ignite music fans the world over. By fusing house and electronic beats with hip hop and R&B, Guetta has catapulted house music from clubs to stadiums worldwide, ultimately taking it to the top of the music charts. The release takes place just days after Guetta’s headline appearance at Miami’s Ultra Music Festival, one of the world’s premiere Dance Music events.

Guetta says, “What’s happened to Dance music recently is unbelievable. I’ve been a DJ for 20 years and “Nothing But The Beat” tells a part of the story through my eyes. But not just mine; my peers, those DJs who inspired me and my collaborators too. It shows how far we have all come and I hope will inspire all those new DJs, producers, and everyone to follow their passion. I wanted to give something back to those who have supported me and show people new to the scene and sound some of our history. I hope you enjoy—this FREE download on iTunes globally is for YOU.”

The film features interviews with and insights from dance music legends Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim, Laurent Garnier, David Morales, and Pete Tong. The most exciting new blood, Avicii and Afrojack plus some of today’s most acclaimed artists who have worked with David including will.i.am, Kelly Rowland, Snoop Dogg, Ludacris, Taio Cruz and Usher. The movie also tracks the role David Guetta played in bringing together European electronic culture and US urban music; which changed the sound of radio in America. At the same time, the EDM scene in the US has exploded and NBTB shows how David has been pivotal as a DJ, playing evens like Electric Daisy Carnival for many years. A peek into the journey, David shares the ups, downs, struggles and victories as he introduces beats and bassline sounds to new audiences and the next generation.

In addition, David Guetta releases on iTunes Nothing But The Beat – The Electronic Album in its entirety in the U.S. The album features 10 futuristic, electronic, instrumental tracks that illustrate why Guetta is the world’s #1 beat-meister, showcasing the underground dance culture in which his roots lay (full track-listing below). One of the tracks, “Sunshine” which Guetta produced with Avicii was a 2011 GRAMMY® nominee for Best Dance Recording. Another standout track “The Alphabeat” is currently being used in a Renault campaign and Guetta will release a video for the track soon. The electronic tracks were previously split between a physical and digital deluxe version of Guetta’s acclaimed 5th studio album Nothing But The Beat. This is the first time that fans in the U.S. can get all ten tracks on one album.

Guetta has also announced that his next U.S. single will be “Titanium” featuring SIA. Already a #1 song overseas, “Titanium” will impact radio on April 30th. It follows the platinum-selling “Where Them Girls” featuring Flo-Rida and Nicki Minaj which went top 10 at Top 40 radio, double-platinum “Without You” featuring Usher which hit #1 at Top 40 radio and top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and current platinum single “Turn Me On” which is #2 this week at Top 40 radio and hit #4 on the Hot 100.

It has been a banner year for David Guetta since the August release of Nothing But The Beat (Capitol/Astralwerks). In the 7 months since release the album has sold 2.3 million albums and 14 million tracks. In addition to the GRAMMY® nomination for Best Dance Recording, the album was nominated for Best Dance/Electronica Album. It was also named the iTunes Rewind 2011 Best Dance Album. In October Guetta was named the #1 DJ in the world in the influential DJ Magazine Top 100 DJs poll, a spot that was previously held for four years by Armin Van Buurin. Guetta was also nominated for two MTV Europe Music Awards, a BRIT Award and a Victoire de la Musique Award.

This past weekend, Guetta played his F*** ME I’M FAMOUS party in Miami at Liv on March 23rd, headlined the ULTRA Music Festival March 25th and will perform the dance tent at Coachella next month. He will be touring around the world for most of 2012.

To download the podcast, visit: www.iTunes.com/DavidGuetta

Win free, opening night tickets to 'Confessions of a Mormon Boy'

 'Confessions of a Mormon Boy' is coming Denver's Dangerous Theatre March 29-April 1 and you could win two free tickets to opening night!

Comment this post for a chance to win. Winner will be selected at random on Monday, March 26. *

Steven Fales (top left) could have been the poster child for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church): Eagle Scout, international missionary, BYU graduate, married in the Salt Lake Temple, and father of a beautiful boy and girl. In his autobiographical one-man play, Fales tells the captivating story of his failed attempt to overcome his "same-sex attraction" through "reparative therapy," which resulted in his divorce and excommunication from the Mormon Church.

After his perfect Mormon world fell apart, Fales took his pain and confusion to New York City where he quickly descended into the gay underworld of escorting and drugs. Both touching and funny, Mormon Boy is a 90-minute reclamation saga of a Latter-day prodigal son that ends in a moment of self-revelation that "hits us between the eyes like a shot with a two-by-four" (Chicago Sun Times).

The very personal play shows the link between spiritual abuse and addiction. Fales defines spiritual abuse as any time an individual, group, or institution uses religion to justify telling or showing anyone they are not worthy of god’s full love and blessings. Mormon Boy also illustrates the dilemma of those struggling to reconcile their dreams of becoming straight with the realities of being gay and what it costs to accept or deny that truth when children are involved.

Denver's Dangerous Theatre and Mormon Boy Productions are proud to present the Denver Premier of "Confessions of a Mormon Boy."
Only five performances! Buy your tickets today to guarantee your seat. All seating general seating. 

Sponsored by MileHighGayGuy.com.

* If winner does not confirm within 24 hours, a new winner will be selected.

Win free tickets to Opera Colorado's presentation of Florencia en el Amazonas

Who wants to win two free tickets to the Friday, March 30th presentation of Florencia en el Amazonas? Opera Colorado is offering up two orchestra seat tickets (the best in the house!) as well as a pass to the Donor's Lounge for intermission.

When the great opera singer Florencia Grimaldi journeys up the Amazon to perform in Manaus, she re-examines her life and the love she left behind. Along for the journey are a host of other characters, including a journalist writing a book about Florencia and her life. The music, composed by Daniel Catan, has been compared to Italian composers such as Puccini – a lush romantic score that incorporates the Latin American rhythms of its setting. Inspired by Latin American writers such as Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Florencia en el Amazonas was a hit when it debuted at Houston Grand Opera and Seattle Opera. You won’t want to miss this Rocky Mountain regional premiere of Opera Colorado’s first Spanish-language opera.

Check out the pre-opera talk by Betsy Schwarm, one hour before each performance in the opera house. Ushers will direct you to the talk when you arrive. Plan to stay for the Q&A after the opera with General Director Greg Carpenter and Director of Artistic Planning Brad Trexell immediately following the performance in the orchestra section in front of the stage.

Just leave a comment on this post to be entered to win. Winner will be chosen at random on Monday, March 26. If winner does not confirm in 24 hours, a new winner will be selected. Good luck!