Did you know there is an outdoor farmers market almost every day of the week during summer in Colorado Springs? Farmers markets are not only a fun way to get outside and enjoy the sun, but they are an invitation for community members to meet local farmers, growers, and artisans. Instead of picking up produce in an air conditioned grocery store, summer farmers markets are an opportunity to learn about the food we eat and where it comes from. It is also an opportunity to thank and directly support small businesses.
While this list is not comprehensive, here are some of the most popular farmers markets in Colorado Springs to shop local this summer:
Colorado Springs – North
Briargate Farmers Market & Cordera Farmers Market
Where: 7610 N. Union Blvd (Briargate);
11894 Grandlawn Circle (Cordera)
When: Wednesdays Through Oct 11, 10 AM – 4 PM (Briargate);
Sundays Through Sept 24, 10 AM – 3 PM (Cordera)
Host: Colorado Springs Farmers Market
With 35+ vendors, the Briargate & Cordera Farmers Markets are the perfect one-stop shop for local produce, dairy, spices, coffee, and more in Northern Colorado Springs.
Chapel Hills Farmers Market
Where: Chapel Hills Mall
When: Saturdays Through Oct 28, 9 AM – 3 PM
Host: Miller Farms
Step outside of the mall and support local Colorado makers at the Chapel Hills Farmers Market, just off Academy and Briargate.
Colorado Springs – East
Banning Lewis Ranch & Meridian Ranch Farmers Market
Where: 6885 Vista Del Pico Blvd (Banning Lewis);
11886 Stapleton Drive, Peyton (Meridian Ranch)
When: Thursdays Through Sept 28, 3 PM – 7 PM (Banning Lewis);
Fridays Through Sept 29, 2 PM – 7 PM (Meridian Ranch)
Host: Colorado Springs Farmers Market
A small, intimate outdoor market providing local goods and produce to communities in Peyton and East Colorado Springs. 20+ vendors selling produce, bread, dairy, pasta, honey, and more.
Colorado Springs – South/Downtown
Old Colorado City Farmers Market
Where: Bancroft Park
When: Saturdays Through Oct 28, 7 AM – 1:30 PM (No market Sept 16)
Host: Old Colorado City
One of the most popular and successful farmers markets in Colorado Springs and voted the best of the Springs! Enjoy weekend shopping for local goods in beautiful Old Colorado City.
Downtown Sunday Market
Where: 115 E. Platte Ave. (Acacia Park)
When: Sundays Through Sept 3, 9 AM – 1 PM
Host: Downtown Sunday Market
Listen to live music, taste fresh cuisine, and shop local goods at the open-air Sunday market in the heart of Colorado Springs!
Monument
Monument Hill Farmers Market
Where: 66 Jefferson Street
When: Saturdays Through Oct 14, 8 AM – 2 PM
Host: Colorado Springs Farmers Market
One of the largest area markets, the Monument Hill Farmers Market has been around since 2009 and features over 55 vendors selling produce, dairy, essential oils, dog treats, antiques, crafts, desserts, and more!
Woodland Park
Woodland Park Farmers Market
Where: Memorial Park & Henrietta Avenue
When: Fridays Through Sept 29, 7 AM – 1 PM
Host: Woodland Park Farmers Market
Celebrating 27+ years in operation, the Woodland Park Farmers Market is one of the oldest and most established in the region. Shop local, organic goods this summer at this pet-friendly outdoor market.