Do You Enjoy Local Food and Art? A Farmers’ Market Might Be The Place For YOU!
In Headed West’s August Blog we invite you to discover some of the best local Farmers’ Markets Colorado has to offer all the way through the end of the month!
There are tons of different markets happening in Colorado. But, how do you know which ones are the best to visit? Headed West is here to help you navigate by showing you some of our favorite Colorado Farmers’ Markets!
#1 Highlands Farmers’ Market
Location: W 32nd Ave & Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80211
Description: The Highlands Farmers Market is multiple block fresh food bonanza, it is one of the larger markets in Denver. You can find everything from chips made out of pasta a cool company called Pastitos to every variety of pickle you can imagine. Whether you are in the market for some new hot sauce or some fresh mushrooms and veggie’s this is the spot for you. If food isn’t your thing there are also tons of handmade clothing booths with full brick and mortar locations right behind their tents. If you’re hot don’t forget to stop by some of the art shops they may have some sweet hand fans for sale. Bonus, this event is pet and family friendly as well!
#2 University Hills Farmers’ Market
Times: Saturdays 9am-1pm May 11th-October 26th 2024
Location: 2500 S. Colorado Blvd. Denver, CO 80222
Description: The University Hills Farmer’ Market is held in a parking lot and a much smaller event. Although it is smaller there is convenient parking and the ability to really take time to speak to the vendors. It has a much more personal vibe and speaks more to the people in the Denver area. Unlike the larger events almost every booth has something different to offer. Some notable booths to stop by are the Devil’s Cow Beef Jerky and Freeze Dried Fruits booth and Yatri chai for some real chai tea. There are also some pretty amazing ceramic artists and jewelers who are a joy to converse with. Extra pro tip you can visit The Health Center dispensary across the street before or after your market fun!
#3 South Pearl Street Farmers’ Market
Times: Sundays 9am-1pm May 5th-November 10th 2024
Location: 1527 S. Pearl St. Denver, CO 80210
Description: This event takes place between the 1400 and 1500 Blocks of South Pearl Street. It is another large Farmers’ Market that is a pet friendly, as long as it’s not to hot for pet safety. This event includes a huge selection of fresh produce, local artists, live music, food trucks and more. There are many local distillers, wineries, and breweries sampling out some their best products. Some notable companies worth stopping by are Haykin Family Ciders and The Family Jones Distillery with their Bootleg Betty Cocktails. If you are alcohol free there are many mocktail booth options up and down the block as well. While you are there don’t forget to try a Columbian Tamale!
#4 Golden Farmers’ Market
Times: Saturdays 8am-1pm June 1st-October 5th 2024
Location: 1019 10th St. Golden, Co 80401
Description: The Golden Farmers’ Market has an array of vendors that you may not see at some of the Denver based markets. It is located right near the river so you can enjoy a scenic walk to the market or walk after. There is also free parking all around the city so it is also easy to find a close spot to park to carry all of your goodies back to your car. If your hungry, they have multiple food trucks and tons of different places to eat near by. Some notable booths to stop by are Hearth and Seoul Herbal Shop for some amazing Korean inspired snacks and custom herb blends, and Pappardelle’s Pasta Co. for their surplus of dried and fresh flavored pastas who started in 1984. If you plan to go just make sure you don’t go down during Buffalo Bill Days for the Market unless you wanted to check out the huge event they do every year in Golden to celebrate.
We Love Supporting Fellow Local Business’s! You can find Vendors like these at all Markets.
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Hopefully this blog helps you enjoy the rest of the summer and and some fresh munchies!
Keep being your best self and stay tuned for more insights, tips, and adventures from the Headed West team.
