Want to support farmers and feed your family healthy and delicious food? Good thing Boulder County has an amazing number of options for becoming a part of Community Supported Agriculture [CSA]. CSAs are a way for locals to support local farmers and get fresh, seasonal veggies from their bounty. It’s really a win-win. Are you ready to sign up?
List courtesy of Farmshares.info
Farmers markets are thriving in Boulder County! At least once a week throughout the summer [and in some cases into the fall], you can find farmers’ bounties on full display and in market places in our communities. These are special days when residents look forward to purchasing straight from farmers and skipping the grocery stores. In a time when farmers markets seem to be declining in popularity, Boulder area farmers markets are thriving and have seen a consistent growth year over year.
Boulder County farmers market are each unique and reflect each local community. Though you can always find in season produce and fruits, you will also find artists, live music, prepared foods, alcohol and much more. Here is a handy list of where you can find your local Boulder County farmers markets [or check out one in another community, just for fun!]:
2019 Boulder County Farmers Markets
| COMMUNITY | DAY/HOURS | LOCATION | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
| Longmont | Wednesday/5-8p | On 5th [between Main & Coffman] | June–September |
| Longmont | Saturday/8a-1p | 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont | April–November |
| Boulder | Wednesday/4-8p | 13th & Canyon Blvd, Boulder | June–September |
| Boulder | Saturday/8a-2p | 13th & Canyon Blvd, Boulder | April–November |
| Erie | Thursday/5-8p | Briggs St [between Wells & Moffatt] | May–September |
| Louisville | Saturday/9a-1p | 824 Front Street, Louisville | May–October |
| Lafayette | Thursday/4-8p | 400 Block E. Simpson | June–September |
There are two main organizations behind the strong farmers’ markets in Boulder County: Boulder County Farmers Market and Real Farmer’s Market. They both run amazing farmers markets and I am so glad to see each one keeping rural Boulder County thriving!
What do you like most about your local farmers market?