Farmers Markets in Colorado

47Markets

12Counties

14Cities

Rocky Mountain Freshness and Variety

Colorado hosts 47 farmers markets across 12 counties, bringing 30 unique product categories to 14 different cities. This robust market scene offers a high-altitude alternative to traditional grocery shopping for residents across the state.

Boulder and Denver Market Hubs

Boulder and Denver counties lead the state, offering six and five markets respectively to their local communities. Other mountain hubs like Pitkin and El Paso counties also maintain a strong presence with four markets each.

Saturdays and Mid-Week Options

Saturdays are the busiest time for Colorado foodies, with 19 markets operating at once. While many are seasonal, 15% of markets stay open year-round, and 11 markets offer a strong mid-week shopping experience every Wednesday.

Artisan Dairy and Spicy Sauces

Local dairy is a major draw at 19 markets, while fresh herbs and crunchy nuts follow closely behind. You can also find specialty items like Colorado-made hot sauce and maple syrup at 15 different locations across the state.

Plan Your Colorado Market Run

Plan a visit to Denver or Boulder to find the highest concentration of vendors and unique products. With four markets each, Colorado Springs and Aspen also serve as excellent weekend destinations for local food lovers.

Market Highlights

Of Colorado's 47 farmers markets, 7 operate year-round and 25 hold weekend hours. 30 markets accept EBT/SNAP benefits. The most common products include Dairy, Fresh Herbs, Nuts.