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Farmers markets set to open for the 2026 season across Northern Colorado, Denver area

Several tents and a large crowd of people fill a tree lined street.
Eliza Earle
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Boulder County Farmers Market
The Boulder County Farmers Market runs one market in Boulder with a second option in Longmont. Both markets are open on Saturdays.

Farmers markets are one thing that locals rely on to find special farm raised produce.

These entities highlight the state’s rich history in agriculture while showcasing small businesses sharing their latest products just in time for the summer season.

Several vegetables in boxes, including lettuce, beats and bok choy.
Larimer County
The Larimer County Farmers Market has been running for 50 years. Like many other markets they offer a mix of produce and family fun.

Larimer County Farmers’ Market (Fort Collins)

The Larimer County Farmers Market has been running for nearly 50 years. Like many other markets they offer a mix of produce and family fun.

Location: 200 W. Oak St., Fort Collins

Season: Saturdays from May 16 to Oct. 31

Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Website: https://www.larimer.gov/extension/larimer-county-farmers-market

Notes: While this market is county-run, it’s found close to the heart of Fort Collins in Old Town and brings out a mix of vendors and local farmers selling their seasonal crops. There’s also a handful of coffee and food trucks offering up breakfast and lunch.

Fort Collins Farmers Market

Caden from Miller Farms loads a batch of chile peppers into a roaster at the Fort Collins farmers' market. Demand for Colorado-grown foods like peppers, sweet corn, peaches and other produce peaks during late summer.
Erin O'Toole
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KUNC
Caden from Miller Farms loads a batch of chile peppers into a roaster at the Fort Collins farmers' market. Demand for Colorado-grown foods like peppers, sweet corn, peaches and other produce peaks during late summer.

Location: 1001 E Harmony Rd. Fort Collins

Season: Sundays from May 3 to Nov. 8 and Wednesdays from June 3 to Sept. 30

Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Website: https://www.fortcollinsfarmersmarket.org/

Notes: Fort Collins is home to two different farmers markets. This one is located on the south side of town at the Ace Hardware parking lot near Harmony Rd. and Lemay Ave. Luckily, it runs on different days than the Larimer County market, so you can check out both.

Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park (Loveland)

Multiple people line a table that's covered in fresh peaches. They all stand under a tent.
City of Loveland
Visitors at the farmers market in Loveland. This year, they have several themed events including Christmas in July.

Location: 700 S Railroad Ave., Loveland

Season: Sundays from June 7 to Sept. 27

Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Website: https://www.lovgov.org/services/parks-recreation/events/farmers-market

Notes: This Loveland market brings the community together with several special events that run throughout the season. It includes fun activities like a special artists market, a kids entrepreneur market and the return of Christmas in July.

Greeley Farmers’ Market

Produce of vegetables, peppers and fruit is shown
GreeleyCo.Gov
A mixed variety of vegetables and fruit will be on sale this summer season at the Greeley Farmers Market.

Location: 7th Street, between 9th and 10th Avenue, north of Lincoln Park in downtown Greeley

Season: Saturdays, May thru late October

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to noon

Website: https://greeleyco.gov/events/farmers-market/

Notes: This market, located outside Lincoln Park, brings together a mix of vendors like local bakeries, mushroom farmers and more.

Timnath Farmers Market on Main St.

Location: 4138 Main St, Timnath

Season: 2nd & 4th Sundays from May to Oct.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Website: https://timnathfarmersmarket.org/

Notes: Timnath’s market runs twice a month. Visitors can find a complete vendor list online.

Real Farmers Market (Erie)

Location: Briggs Street between Wells and Moffatt in Erie

Season: Thursday from May 7 to Sept. 17

Hours: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Website: https://realfarmersmarketco.com/erie-farmers-market/#

Notes: If you’re busy on the weekends, the Erie farmers market has you covered as one of the few destinations that is open during the evening on Thursdays.

Longmont Farmers Market

People with guitars and other instruments stand under a gazebo as people walk around near several tents set up for vendors.
Eliza Earle
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Boulder County Farmers Market
Many farmers markets, like the weekly Longmont market, bring in musicians and other forms of entertainment.

Location: Boulder County Fairgrounds - 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont

Season: Saturdays from April 5 to Nov. 15

Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Website: https://bcfm.org/markets/longmont-farmers-market/

Notes: Like many communities along the Front Range, Longmont has a rich history in agriculture, and its market highlights that.

Boulder County Farmers Market

Location: 13th Street between Arapahoe Ave. & Canyon Blvd., Boulder

Season: Saturday, April 4 to Nov. 21 and Wednesdays, May 6 to October 7

Hours: Saturday is 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesday is 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Website: https://bcfm.org/

Notes: The sister market to Longmont’s has been running for nearly 40 years in Boulder and provides a large mix of local crafts and fresh farm products.

Lyons Farmers’ Market

Location: Church St. between Central Park and the courthouse

Season: Saturdays from June to late October

Hours: 8 a.m. to Noon

Website: https://www.lyonsny.org/farmersmarket

Notes: 2026 marks the 52nd year the Lyons Farmers' market will be in operation with lots of produce to purchase. This year's milestone makes them the oldest Market in Wayne County.

Steamboat Springs Farmers Market

A few Steamboat City Council members stand at a white booth with a crowd of people milling around nearby stalls on a sidewalk.
City of Steamboat Springs
Steamboat City Council members talk to residents at the farmers market on Yampa Street.

Location: Yampa St. (between 5th and 8th)

Season: Saturdays from June 6 to Sept. 26

Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Website: https://www.mainstreetsteamboat.com/farmers-market/

Notes: Steamboat Springs says its market has more than 150 vendors and includes locally raised bison and trout along with local crafts and other items. They will be closed on July 4th due to the scheduled town parade.

Breckenridge Sunday Market

Location: Main Street Station

Season: Sundays from June 7 to Sept. 6

Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Website: https://rockymountainevents.com/breckenridge-farmers-market/

Notes: Even at nearly 10,000 feet, Breckenridge still hosts a weekly market, but take note that just like summer, the market only runs from June to September.

Dillon Farmer’s Market

Location: Town Park

Season: Fridays from June 5 to Sept. 25

Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Website: https://www.townofdillon.com/events/dillon-farmers-market

Notes: This market is unique with a view of Dillon Reservoir. This year, the season has been extended by a couple of weeks.

Windsor Farmer’s Market Pavilion at Boardwalk Park

Location: 100 N. 5th St., Windsor

Season: Saturdays from June 6 to Sept. 5

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Website: https://www.recreationliveshere.com/213/Farmers-Market

Notes: Windsor’s market features a different musical act each week. The town’s website has the full lineup.

Westminster Farmers Market

Location: 5255 W 98th Ave., Westminster

Season: Saturdays from June 6 to September 26

Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Website: https://westminsterfarmersmarkets.com/

Notes: There are plenty of markets in Denver proper and the surrounding communities, like this destination in Westminster.

I serve as the host for KUNC's Morning Edition. My job is to keep our listeners across Northern Colorado informed on the day’s top stories from around the communities we serve. On occasion, I switch roles and hit the streets of northern Colorado digging up human interest stories or covering a major event that’s taking place in our listening area.