Get your fresh on at a farmers market
Farmers markets have many charms, from chatting with farmers about their freshly-picked produce and with artisans about their unique goods, to enjoying all the sights, sounds and aromas while strolling among the booths. Some markets have live music, creating a fun atmosphere and some offer homemade food to enjoy while you shop.
There are many farmers markets to choose from, so try a few knowing you are supporting local farmers and artisans. Bring home local honey, bread or soaps and candles. Instead of getting the usual salad fixings, try something new or ask the farmer for suggestions.
*Douglas County farmers markets
Arvada Farmers Market
Olde Town Square, 5702 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard, Arvada
Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (June 1 – Sept. 28)
Aspen Grove Farmers Market
7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton
Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (June 6 –Sept 26)
Boulder County Farmers Market
13th Street between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (April 5 – Nov. 22)
Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (May 7 – Oct. 8)
No pets allowed.
Central Park Farmers Market
Founders Green at Central Park, on Syracuse Street and 29th Avenue, Denver
Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (June 22 – Oct. 12)
Cherry Creek Fresh Market
Cherry Creek Shopping Center, East Side (on Steele St. next to Macy’s), Denver
Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May 3 – Oct. 11)
City Park Farmers Market
City Park Esplanade, near 2551 East Colfax Avenue, Denver
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 3 – Oct. 25)
Evergreen Farmers Market
Center for the Arts, 31880 Rocky Village Drive, Evergreen
Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May 27 – Sept. 23)
The Original Evergreen Farmers Market
28253 Meadow Drive, Evergreen
Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (June 3 – Oct. 7)
Festival Park Farmers Market*
Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May 25 – Oct. 12)
crgov.com/3178/Festival-Park-Farmers-Market
Golden Farmers Market
Golden Library’s west parking lot, 10th and Illinois Streets, Golden
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 31 – Oct. 4)
Highlands Ranch Town Center Farmers Market*
9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch
Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May 4 – Oct. 26)
Highlands Square Farmers Market
32nd Avenue between Julian and Mead Streets, Denver
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 18 – Oct. 12)
highlandssquarefarmersmarket.com
Lakewood Farmers Market
Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Avenue, Lakewood
Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (June 14 – Oct. 4)
Old South Pearl Street Market (Denver)
South Pearl Street between East Iowa and East Arkansas Avenues, Denver
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 4 – Nov. 9)
southpearlstreet.com/farmers-market
Parker Farmers Market*
19565 Mainstreet, Parker
Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 11 – Oct. 26)
thelocalcolorado.com/parker-farmers-market
People + Produce Farmers Market
Belleview Station, corner of I-25 and East Belleview Avenue, DTC
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (June 1 – Oct. 12)
Southwest Plaza Farmers Market
The southeast parking lot at Wadsworth Boulevard and West Bowles Avenue, Littleton
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (May 3 – Oct. 25)
University Hills Farmers Market
Wellshire Presbyterian Church, 2999 S. Colorado Boulevard, Denver
Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May 10 – Oct. 25)
By Lisa Nicklanovich
