Every Saturday morning from April through November, 13th Street transforms into one of the most vibrant stretches in downtown Boulder. Boulder County Farmers Markets (BCFM), a beloved community institution since 1987, draws thousands of locals and visitors each week to browse, taste, and connect with the people who grow and make their food. This year, BCFM marks a milestone: their 40th season, and a newly earned ranking as the 3rd best farmers market in the country by USA Today. What sets it apart is simple, a steadfast grower-only philosophy that ensures every vendor grows, raises, or produces what they sell. This summer, these vendors are reason enough to set the alarm early.
Aspen Moon Farm
One of the most recognized names at the Boulder market, Aspen Moon Farm is USDA Certified Organic and has practiced biodynamic agriculture since 2009. Their booth is a seasonal almanac in bloom and harvest form: vegetables, starter plants, and notably, some of the most exquisite cut flowers in the region. Aspen Moon is among the largest certified organic flower farms in Colorado, and their arrangements diversify as the growing season progresses. If you want a single booth that encapsulates what the Boulder Farmers Market stands for, this is it.
Ginkgo & Co. Kimchi
Boulder's fermented food scene gets a sharp, flavorful representative in Ginkgo & Co. Kimchi. Rooted in their mission that food is medicine, Ginkgo & Co. partners with local farms, including MASA Seed Foundation, Blooming Hands Collective at Starling Farm, and Farm 49, ensuring every jar connects back to the soil it came from. Small-batch and packed with complex, tangy depth, their kimchi quietly elevates everything on your plate while delivering science-backed gut health benefits. Don't leave without exploring their bundled Asian produce, thoughtfully assembled so you can take home everything you need for a stir fry or a vibrant mix of Asian vegetables.
Off Beet Farm
Off Beet Farm operates out of a two-acre plot in Gunbarrel with a lot of heart and a commitment to organic practices. Co-owners Kyle Stewart and Emmy Bender bring leafy greens, radishes, beets, and flowers to market each week. More than just a farm stand, Off Beet represents something Boulder holds dear: food grown with intention, transparency, and community spirit. "There's something really special about the culture of being at the market," Bender has said, "seeing all the other beautiful food that's being produced in your community."
Best One Yet Vegan
The colorful ice cream truck is hard to miss, and once you've spotted it, it's even harder to walk away empty-handed. Best One Yet serves entirely plant-based frozen treats from classic scoops to creamy milkshakes that win over dairy lovers and vegans alike. The Boulder County Farmers Markets team notes that their younger shoppers gobble up Best One Yet, and it's easy to see why. On a warm summer Saturday, this booth is a guaranteed destination. Come for a scoop!
MASA Farm & Seed Foundation
Few booths at the market carry the depth of mission that MASA does. Founded by Richard Pecoraro, a veteran of Colorado's seed movement, MASA is on a mission to secure a Front Range Seed Bank of heirloom and traditional food plant varieties, ensuring seeds adapt to climate shifts and support food resilience. Today, it continues this vital work at a community scale, with a focus on seeds bred to thrive in Colorado's specific soils and climate. MASA also hosts seed art events that make this botanical world accessible and joyful for all ages. The farm is a beautiful and serene place, and volunteers are warmly welcomed to come dig in.
Front Range Flower Farm
Nestled in Berthoud, this woman-owned, family-operated farm grows every bloom seed-to-stem on its own land. Front Range Flower Farm brings a Colorado wildness to its bouquets—sun-drenched, naturally grown, and free of the cookie-cutter arrangements found at grocery stores. Their presence at the Wednesday Boulder market and Saturday Longmont market runs from May through November, making it easy to keep your home stocked with seasonal stems all summer long. Stop by early; the best bunches don't last.
BCFM Food Hub
Can't always make it to the market on a Saturday morning? The BCFM Food Hub has you covered. Born during the pandemic as a safe way for farmers to keep selling, it has grown into a year-round online grocery service with convenient pick-up locations in Boulder, Lafayette, and Longmont. Shop custom orders from the same vetted Colorado producers you'll find at the market, or set up a recurring seasonal subscription. The Food Hub also supports SNAP customers and wholesale partnerships with restaurants, food pantries, and employers. It's the same local food ethos as the market itself, just available whenever your schedule allows. To get started, visit BCFM.org/How-to-Shop-Online.
With 40 seasons of community, craft, and Colorado-grown goodness behind it, there's never been a better time to show up, explore, and taste what this city does best.
There's something really special about the culture of being at the market, seeing all the other beautiful food that's being produced in your community.
With 40 seasons of community, craft, and Colorado-grown goodness behind it, there's never been a better time to show up, explore, and taste what this city does best.
Boulder County Farmers Markets, a beloved community institution since 1987, draws thousands of locals and visitors each week to browse, taste, and connect with the people who grow and make their food.