Farmers market season in Colorado runs May through October — or, in more delicious terms, from the first spears of asparagus to the pumpkin harvest. In between, stalls brim with tart Paonia cherries and the famously juicy, sweet peaches from Palisade.
Now that produce hauls are coming in more steadily, itap time to grab your favorite canvas tote or woven basket and shop local.
Along the Front Range, farmers market enthusiasts have plenty of options, from pioneers like the Saturday Boulder Farmers Market to smaller micro markets and brand-new ones, like the market in the Harvey Park neighborhood that debuts May 2.
In addition to local farm-fresh produce, you can expect to find tasty baked goods, local honey, fresh-cut flowers and more. But farmers markets are more than just a place to stock up on groceries and fill your fruit bowls; they’re also community hubs that often double as lively street fairs, complete with live music, entertainment and kid-friendly activities.
Note: Downtown’s Union Station is not hosting a farmers market in 2026. Instead, an urban market will be set up at the site, with arts and crafts, furniture, antiques, jewelry and clothing, as well as live entertainment. For hours and days of operation, go to .
Ahead, a guide to the 2026 farmers market season in the Denver metro area and beyond so that you can start planning your shopping trips. Who knows? You might even decide to try a new market every week of the summer.
(Listed in order of opening date.)
Boulder Farmers Market (Saturdays)
Open: Started April 4, runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Nov. 21.
Things to know: Run by the Boulder County Farmers Market, this beloved Saturday market showcases truly local vendors ranging from farmers cultivating multi-generational fruit orchards to ranchers practicing regenerative agriculture. The market, which has been running for nearly four decades, has become a go-to spot for many Front Range chefs, who source fresh produce from favorites like Aspen Moon Farm, Black Cat, and Toohey & Sons Organic for seasonal dishes plated at their restaurants. The market also offers online shopping with curbside pickup options. No pets are allowed.
Features: Weekly live music, kids’ crafts; first-taste-of-the-season product samplings; and community gatherings. On the second Saturday of every month, local artisans join the market and sell jewelry, body care products, clothing and more.
Location: Near Central Park, on 13th Street between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder;
Longmont Farmers Market
Open: Started April 4, runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 21.
Things to know: Run by Boulder County Farmers Market, the Longmont event is a local institution featuring more than 100 local producers and artisans. Keep an eye out for monthly artisan markets on fourth Saturdays. No pets are allowed.
Features: Plenty of parking, live music, kids’ crafts and play space.
Location: Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont;
Southwest Plaza Farmers Market
Open: Started May 2 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or sellout), through Oct. 10.
Things to know: Southwest Plaza Farmers Market is among those run by Metro Denver Farmers’ Market, which began 40 years ago before farmers markets were buzzy. The market sells seasonal produce and handmade goods.
Features: More than 30 vendors weekly, including a handful of local farms. If you need inspiration on what to make with your farmers market haul, you can find recipe ideas from longtime farmers market expert Auma Gosh.
Location: The southeast parking lot at Wadsworth Boulevard and West Bowles Avenue near Panera, Littleton; denverfarmersmarket.com
Cherry Creek Fresh Market
Open: Started May 2 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., through Oct. 10.
Things to know: Run by Colorado Fresh Markets, this is a popular market in Denver’s Cherry Creek neighborhood. The market is open rain, snow or shine, and on all holidays. Free parking; get your ticket validated at the market. Well-behaved pets are welcome.
Features: Dozens of vendors selling everything from Colorado produce, including local cherries, to fresh flowers, houseplants, organic wagyu, artisan pastries, vegan and gluten-free products and pet treats. Also, look for the pop-up boutiques and fashion trucks, live music and food trucks.
Location: The east side of Cherry Creek Shopping Center, along South Steele Street near Macy’s; .
Harvey Park Farmers Market
Open: Started May 2 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of October.
Things to know: Harvey Park residents Allie Bronston and Corey Sampson are debuting the Harvey Park Farmers Market this year, bringing a closer-to-home option to the Southwest Denver neighborhood.
Features: You’ll be able to check off nearly everything on your grocery list at this market, which will offer meat, eggs, dairy, fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, and more. Featured vendors include Rebel Farm, an urban hydroponic grower that collaborates with award-winning chefs and restaurants, supplying greens to Alma Fonda Fina, The Wolf’s Tailor, Bruto, and many others.
Location: Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy, 2250 S. Quitman Way, Denver;
City Park Farmers Market
Open: Started May 2 on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Oct. 31.
Things to know: In its sixth season, City Park Farmers Market features more than 100 local vendors, including several small and mid-sized farms. In recent years, the market added vendors selling staples like cheese and meat while continuing to build variety in categories like produce and baked goods, making it easier to shop for a full week’s worth of groceries all in one place. Grab a bite to eat for breakfast and a cup of coffee and stroll through the stalls while listening to live music.
Features: The market hosts monthly demonstrations from Denver’s top chefs. The 2026 lineup hasn’t been announced yet, but keep an eye out for the schedule on its website. There’s plenty of parking available in the East High School lot. SNAP, WIC and Double Up Food Bucks accepted. A run club that starts and ends at the market meets at 8:15 a.m. Saturdays to run the City Park Mile-High Loop.
Location: The market is held at City Park Esplanade, the quarter-mile promenade beginning at 2551 East Colfax Ave., running between Columbine Street and East 17th Avenue; .
Highlands Ranch Farmers’ Market
Open: Started May 3 on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or sellout, through Nov. 1.
Things to know: Metro Denver Farmers’ Market has been running markets for 40 years and accepts SNAP and EBT cards. This modestly sized market mixes farmers with local food makers and crafts vendors.
Features: More than 30 vendors weekly.
Location: Highlands Ranch Town Center, 9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch; .
South Pearl Street Farmers Market
Open: Started May 3, Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Nov. 8.
Things to know: The community-focused group Jarman and Co Events manages this busy market that brings more than 170 vendors, providing not just produce, but an experience as well. Check out the online calendar of musical guests. The market is open rain, snow or shine, and on all holidays. It closes only for extreme weather conditions.
Features: Fresh produce, meat, cheese, wine, prepared foods and more. Seats available for eating; dozens of vendors; multiple entrances.
Location: South Pearl Street between East Iowa and East Arkansas avenues; .
Lafayette Farmers Market
Open: Started May 3, Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 25.
Things to know: This newer farmers market comes from the Wanberg family, who own and run the City Park Farmers Market in Denver.
Features: The growers-and-producers-only market features farmers, ranchers and food producers, as well as dairy and local food products. Many of the more than 80 vendors are based in and around Lafayette. The market also features live music.
Location: Public Road between Cleveland and Geneseo streets.
Boulder Farmers Market (Wednesdays)
Open: Started May 6 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., through Oct. 7.
Things to know: Run by Boulder County Farmers Market, this is the pared-down version of the Saturday market. But there are still plenty of local farms and ranches offering fresh groceries to keep your kitchen stocked. No pets allowed.
Features: Weekly live music; new producer features; a food court and pop-up beer garden serving local brews.
Location: Near Central Park, on 13th Street between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder;
Erie Farmers Market
Open: Started May 7 on Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m., through Sep. 17.
Things to know: This dog-friendly market is run by Real Farmers Market, and has plenty of room for the kids to run around. The market features a diverse line-up of vendors selling locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisan breads, honey, cheese, coffee, and baked goods, among other specialty items.
Features: Colorado-grown organic and pesticide-free vegetables, and orchard keepers bring organic and conventional fruit from Palisade. Expect a mixture of Colorado farms, handicrafts and ready-to-eat foods, and look for natural body care and on-site massage. SNAP and Double Up benefits accepted.
Location: Briggs Street between Wells and Moffatt streets, Erie..
Louisville Farmers Market
Open: Started May 9 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Oct. 10.
Things to know: This market is run by Real Farmers Market, and features a diverse line-up of vendors selling locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisan breads, honey, coffee, baked goods, fresh salsas, pastas, natural body care, cheese and more.
Features: Check the vendor schedule online to make sure your favorite producers are there the week you’re visiting. SNAP and Double Up benefits accepted. There’s also live music planned at the Steinbaugh Pavilion.
Location: 824 Front St., Louisville; .
University Hills Farmers Market
Open: Started May 9 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., until Oct. 31.
Things to know: Small market in the University Hills neighborhood anchored by stands from Palizzi Farm in Brighton and Forte Fruits in Palisade. There’s plenty of free parking.
Features: Local produce, handmade goods, food trucks, prepared food, jewelry and more.
Location: 2999 S. Colorado Blvd.;
Southlands Farmers Market
Open: Started May 9 on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., through the end of September.
Things to know: Run by The LOCAL Colorado, a multifaceted marketplace on a mission to connect Coloradans by making space for communities to engage with local producers and businesses.
Features: Expect a mixture of seasonal produce, locally made home and body products and art from Colorado creatives.
Location: Town Square in Southlands Shopping Center, E-470 and Smoky Hill Road, Aurora; .
Rebel Marketplace
Open: Started May 9, multiple dates (see below); 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Del Mar Park and a mini market from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hoffman Library.
Things to know: This small but mighty market is put together by urban farmer James Grevious, and is entirely neighborhood-run, making it a true community market. Many of the goods you’ll find at Rebel Marketplace come from nearby urban farms and local creators.
The night market at Hoffman Library also has activities and presentations like container gardening on May 27 and mushroom cultivation on July 29.
Features: Hyper-local produce, handicrafts, prepared foods and baked goods. Shop while a DJ provides the soundtrack. SNAP and Double Up benefits accepted.
Location: The marketplace has two locations in 2026:
- Del Mar Park (at Peoria Street and East Sixth Avenue, Aurora): May 9; June 6; June 20; July 3; July 18; Aug. 1; Aug. 15; Sept. 5; Sept. 19; Oct. 3; Oct. 17
- Hoffman Library (1298 Peoria St, Aurora): May 27; June 24; July 29; Aug. 26; rebelmarketplace.com
Parker Farmers Market
Open: Started May 10 on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., through October. (No market on June 14, which is when Parker Days Festival happens)
Things to know: Run by The LOCAL Colorado, a multifaceted marketplace on a mission to connect Coloradans by making space for communities to engage with local producers and businesses.
Features: You’ll find more than 100 vendors at this bustling market in historic downtown Parker. Come for local produce, meats and dairy, food trucks, artwork, home and body products and much more.
Location: 19565 Mainstreet, Parker; .
The Highlands Farmers Market
Open: Started May 10 on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 25.
Things to know: This Highland neighborhood market draws hundreds of vendors selling everything from plump tomatoes to fresh-cut flowers and loaves of sourdough and flaky puff pastries. There’s also live music.
Features: Colorado-grown produce, local meat, fresh flowers, baked goods, prepared food and live music.
Location: At 32nd Avenue between Julian and Mead streets;
Festival Park Farmers Market
Open: Starting May 24 on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., through Oct. 11.
Things to know: Located in downtown Castle Rock; run by The LOCAL Colorado, a multifaceted marketplace on a mission to connect Coloradans by making space for communities to engage with local producers and businesses.
Features: Expect a mixture of local produce, meats and artisan products.
Location: Festival Park, 300 Second St., Castle Rock; .
Evergreen Farmers Market
Open: Starting May 26 on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., until Sept. 22.
Things to know: Run by Jump Ahead Events, the market relocated to Center for the Arts this year.
Features: Shop for produce, tamales, pasta, seafood, hummus, tabouli, bread and other baked goods, in addition to women’s clothing, health and wellness items, and CBD products. Lifestyle products and services offered, along with freshly made food.
Location: Center for the Arts, 31880 Rocky Village Drive, Evergreen; .
Golden Farmers Market
Open: Starting May 30 on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Oct. 3.
Things to know: Established in 2002, the Golden Farmers Market is a cherished community event managed by the Golden Chamber of Commerce. At this busy, sizable market shoppers can expect live entertainment and products from plenty of local artisans.
Features: Local vegetables, produce, fresh bread and pastries, prepared foods and local art. SNAP and Double Up benefits are accepted.
Location: Golden Library’s west parking lot, 10th and Illinois streets, Golden; .
People + Produce at Belleview Station
Open: Starting May 31 on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 11.
Things to know: The only farmers market in the Denver Tech Center, the People + Produce series brings in 50 farms and artisans.
Features: A place where the South Denver community can shop for local produce, meat, fish, baked goods, dog treats and more. Enjoy a beer garden, live music, local performers, food and fashion trucks.
Location: Belleview Station, at the corner of Interstate 25 and East Belleview Avenue, DTC;
Green Valley Ranch Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 3 on Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. through Aug. 26.
Things to know: In northeast Denver, this market features more than 50 vendors.
Features: Look for a variety of products, including organic and locally-grown micro-greens, baked goods, European pastries, quiches, dairy products, honey, jams, jellies, hand-popped kettle corn, tea, coffee, handmade crafts, jewelry, and more. Free live music with new musicians each week plus family-friendly activities like face painting.
Location: Outside the GVR Recreation Center, 4890 Argonne Way, Denver;
Aspen Grove Farmers Market in Littleton
Open: Starting June 5 on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through September.
Things to know: Itap rare to find a Friday market! Beat the weekend crowds at this market held at Aspen Grove in Littleton, which includes stalls with locally grown produce, baked goods, handcrafted items and more.
Features: Shop from more than 40 vendors. There’s also live music, picnic tables, and a shaded grassy area.
Location: Next to Call Your Mother Deli and between Alamo Drafthouse and Ulta, Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton;
Westminster Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 6 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. through Sept. 26.
Things to know: Keep an eye out for $10 fill-your-bag deals, which are an easy way to stock up on a big haul of fresh produce. You’ll also find food trucks and ready-to-eat options on site, perfect for grabbing breakfast or lunch while you browse the stalls.
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Location: 5255 W. 98th Ave., Westminster (the northwest corner of 98th and Sheridan Boulevard);
Arvada Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 7 on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., through Sept. 27. Returns on Saturdays in December for a winter market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Things to know: A fun, moderately-sized market with a wide variety of specialty items.
Features: Produce, honey, fresh bread and pastries, dairy, pickled products, house plants, and artisan products including soaps, jewelry, and bath and body products. Enjoy prepared foods such as tamales, burritos and pierogi. You can walk around with libations in Olde Town Arvada.
Location: Olde Town Square, 5702 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; .
The Orchard Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 7 on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., through Sept. 27.
Things to know: This market in the Orchard Town Center also hosts a June 20 Summer Solstice evening market.
Features: Delivers a variety of the season’s best produce, including microgreens. Look for dairy, baked goods, honey, local art and more.
Location: Orchard Town Center, 14535 Delaware St., near the Macy’s parking lot, Westminster;
Lakewood Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 13 on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sellout, through Oct. 3.
Things to know: Metro Denver Farmers’ Market has been running markets for 40 years, and this is one of its smaller ones. Accepts SNAP and EBT cards.
Features: Expect an intimate shopping experience with vendors offering produce, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, and art.
Location: Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood;
Castle Rock Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 20 on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon until Oct. 3.
Things to know: This venture has been going strong for more than 30 years with the aim of strengthening the local food supply while bolstering a vibrant community of producers and shoppers. The market is set up in the upper parking lot.
Features: Lots of vegetables from farms and micro-farms; fresh fruit, including Palisade peaches; mushrooms; baked goods; local meat from Snow Creek Ranch Steaks, among others. There’s even emu oil from Emusement Acres.
Location: Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock;
Central Park Farmers Market
Open: Starting June 21 on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Oct. 11.
Things to know: A close-to-home option for Central Park residents, this Sunday market features live music. Check out the online calendar of musical guests.
Features: Dozens of vendors selling farm produce, beverages, baked goods, prepared foods and more.
Location: Founders Green at Central Park, on Syracuse Street and 29th Avenue;
