Old South Pearl Street Farmers Market

Great place with wonderful presentation. Wish I lived in Denver instead of just visiting!

Last full day in Denver and my bf was spending the first few hours of the day watching football. I, on the other hand, wanted to get out and explore. I was headed up South Pearl St to check out some shops and have some coffee, and happily stumbled upon the Old South Pearl St Farmer’s Market. They’ve got lots and lots of vendors selling a variety of goods and services. Lots of produce, jams and jellies, gourmet pickles, dog treats, and even massages to name a few. I also love that this farmer’s market is dog friendly. I saw a lot of folks with their dogs, which is nice because they’re a part of our families too!

This is a good farmer’s market. It’s lively, there’s music, people bring dogs, and they have a good selection with overlapping vendors (so you actually get a choice). I like that they bring in a couple of food trucks too. I go here almost weekly to get the $ 10 fill-​a-​bag of veggies from the one vendor. I wish they required organic veggies, but I guess I shouldn’t be too picky and just support local farmers (one crusade at a time, I guess). There are plenty of samples and give-​aways too (the kids always find a giveaway or two). Parking can be a pain, not from the walking stand-​point, but from having to drive around to find a spot that’s legal. It’s open a good long time too. Many other markets stick to a schedule and close early. As of this writing, this one will be open for 3 more weeks. That’s pretty long.

A fun farmer’s market that isn’t too overwhelming. It took about 3 – 5 minutes to walk through the market (without stopping for samples). This place has stands that sell naturally derived soaps to toffee to fresh veggies.
I wouldn’t recommend this place, if you’re looking for a quick, cost efficient meal. Most of the food trucks that were here ranged from $ 8 – 13. Pretty steep for what you get.
Since there are free samples to your left and right, you could technically just sample around and get full off of that! But, in all seriousness, there are some notable must-​try samples like the popcorn from Kettle Head and amazing toffee/​caramel/​fudge from Mama’s Candies.
Note: there are lots of kids and dogs!

From all of the positive reviews, I was excited to find my way to a nice farmer’s market. I didn’t realize that there was only like… one veggie stand. The one where you grab a bag and fill it for ten dollars. Boy, was I disappointed.
Filled with dogs and children wandering around, blocking the way from people who want to walk through. I think this is more for people who want to walk their dogs and their kids than an actual farmer’s market. I walked up and down the street twice and left empty-​handed because there wasn’t anything worth buying.

Such a great farmers market. A great family friendly Sunday fun day. There are usually 2 – 3 food trucks and the Denver state — Biker Jim’s stand. The sweet Colombian family’s tent is a must for breakfast or lunch. You can also great wonderful tamales frozen made by the family.
Really great produce at a variety of vendors. You get a wonderful bang for you buck at one tent, as you pay $ 10 for as many veggies you can fit in a bag!

I really like this farmers market. It could be the convenience, but I think it’s a great stroll. I do think the goods vendors outnumber the produce vendors, but the farms that are represented are wonderful. My newest discovery are the Kiowa eggs. They are organic and pastured and the yolks are ORANGE! They are so delicious. Last time I was there they were sold out so perhaps I shouldn’t be sharing how awesome they are online!
Everything I’ve taken home and eaten has been amazing. The tomatoes, the peaches, the onions, the squashes, the cucumbers. Some produce is better priced than others but I like to support whenever I can regardless.
Biker Jim’s is always there slingin’ sausages and I’m pretty sure that Quiero Arepas is a fixture as well. So you can eat well, be well, and cook well all in a short stretch along Pearl!

If we are in town, this market is on our weekend to do list every Sunday. From flowers, to decadent baked goods, to live music, to veggie stand options, to local Artists selling soaps or photos, to juicy fruits, this farmer’s market has it all.
Located on the postcard-​perfect stretch of South Pearl Street, this market is family and dog friendly. There are brunch spots and coffee options galore on the street, and if you post up early, it is prime people watching.
We love the stands that offer fresh and juicy peaches and cherries, another farmer who offers a giant plastic bag of veggies for only ten bucks (but it’s super picked over if you go too late… plan on waiting in line too), and of course, the Quiero Arepas food truck.

I’d have to say this is the best farmers market I’ve been to in Denver. If you’re debating between the cherry creek one and this one, go to this one! The vendors always seem to be different with a lot of the same! I love that you can shop and get a meal or if you are really in a good mood you can enjoy one of the amazing restaurants in pearl. I can’t wait to see this market grow and grow and get even better!

When did the farmer get removed from the Farmers Market? When did we start farming cookies and jewelry and lawn ornaments? I remember a day when you went to a farmers market to stock up on your weeks supply of fresh produce grown by the local farmers. There are only a handful of produce stands here and not much to offer. Let’s not deceive people and let’s call this what it is, a flea market.

Start with a cup of coffee from Stella’s then start working your way down the street sampling sauces, honey, spices, produce and baked goods. Then make a trip around the backsides hitting some of the neighborhood stores and eateries and, of course, the food trucks. Then head back through the tents and pick up a bag or two full of goodies to make your dinners swell for the next week.

We go all the time for the guy with the massive tent selling $ 10 bags of vegetables. Here’s how it works: you get a bag that looks like it should hold five pounds of potatoes. Then you can fill it with whatever you want from what they have. The selection is pretty impressive, although I’m not sure where in Colorado you can grow the veggies they have by the time they start. Hmm. Anyway, it’s a great deal. They encourage you to stuff the pretty big bag as full as you can, and I certainly oblige. If you buy a basket from the vendor a few stalls down, you can fill it every week for $ 20. Great deal.
The rest of the market is really just okay. Every once in a while I’ll buy something from one of the other vendors. My couple of forays away from the big veggie guy have been kind of «meh» so I usually just get my bag and go. There are food trucks that seem appealing and it’s a generally pleasant place to be.
N.B. Although you are allowed to bring your dog, I don’t recommend it. There are dogs everywhere and some booths smell like meat. Even the most restrained pooch is going to have trouble avoiding constant distraction.

Super cool market with lots of vendors. This market is very dog friendly and there is probably a bowl of water for at every tent. If you are looking for fresh veggies or something different like homemade soaps or fresh cheese then you are in luck! Not to mention the location is perfect. Right next to wash park and many cute restaurants and cafes close by.

Fantastic Farmer’s Market, albeit, pretty pricey. Mossy of the stuff you can find in your local grocery (ie Whole Foods) for cheaper, while still supporting local vendors and community. My other small gripe is that the lines at the food trucks are intense, but now I am picking nits. I can’t fault them for being popular. Either way, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday morning, whether you spend a bunch of money or not. Plus, if you can’t find any street foods that you’re into that morning (but how could you not, when Biker Jim’s is there), there are a bunch of col restaurants right on Pearl that you can stop at.
Go down. Bring the family… and your wallet.
Ps, almost all vendors accept credit cards, so there’s that!

Great farmer’s market… although not a LOT of fruits and veg, more of a vendor market… and a fun neighborhood. Looking forward to going back for the car show father’s day weekend.

We loved this farmers market. Lots of good stands with some very original items. There’s a guy with bourbon barrel maple syrup, for example! Some food trucks in the middle, more than a few places for salsa, and if you find yourself here, head to the south end and look for Ryker’s Cellars. He has the best wine in Colorado.
We bought most of our groceries for the week here, and then we were able to make our way a few blocks down to a local brewery.
This market reportedly goes til November, we plan on frequenting it every Sunday.

I think this is a pretty solid farmers market. While I personally would like to see more fruit/​produce vendors as opposed to baked goods, apparel, and canned items — I still think it’s one that needs to be on the list of staples.
For starters, loved that Chipotle was handing out $ 5 vouchers that were good for that day’s market. I also loved the stand where you could stuff a plastic 5# potato bag of produce for just $ 10. Needless to say, I stuffed that baby with asparagus and went home feeling a little proud of my deal.
They also have a bunch of food trucks! I didn’t get the opportunity to try one, and don’t remember which ones were there, but I’ll have to remember that for next time.
I’d encourage you to go early as it’s a pretty hoppin’ market and parking in the neighborhood fills up. It’s also full of pooches, so Fido would definitely be welcome if you felt the need to bring him along.

One of the great markets in my neighborhood is the South Pearl Street market. Every Sunday from May 11 to November 2^nd, from 9 am to 1 pm, the market is busy and buzzing! Where other markets are focused solely on food or merchandise or produce, the South Pearl market is a nice blend of all of these.
The market is always busy, and parking is limited, so it’s much nicer to bike over and park your bike at one of the many light posts or bike racks. You’ll find several musical performers, food trucks with options ranging from ice cream and burgers to fresh pressed juice and falafels, and produce stands abound!
I always plan on just going to see the market and pick up a thing or two, but this most recent time, I found grass-​fed beef raised in Kiowa, Colorado, fresh pierogi (a Polish dumpling), honey, raspberries, arugula, cherry tomatoes and fresh-​made muenster cheese. So delicious!
For more information about the market, its location and special events, visit the South Pearl St event page
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Fantastic farmer’s market! It has been great watching this grow!
Now covering all of the 1500 block and half of the 1400 block of historic South Pearl, the street market runs from Izakaya Den to 5 Green Boxes. Live music is played midway, and there is seating strewn throughout.
Everything imaginable for your fridge & pantry is here: Fresh fruit and vegetables, goat cheeses, bakery goods, pastas, jams, honey, dips, roasted chilies… and now almost every protein from Wild Caught Alaskan Salmon, to duck, chicken, grass-​fed beef, and fresh eggs!
Let’s talk about Food to eat while you are there: yum! There are many options: food trucks, taco stands, smoothies, donuts, chocolate: My go to is either the arepas food truck or the Columbian Tamale stand.
Plus, all the great restaurants in the hood. You will not leave hungry!
Some other fab merchants such things as African market baskets (I have 4!), knife sharpening, massage, jewelry, pet stuff, aprons, and… pillows (?).
There are exactly two down sides: 1. Dogs Dogs Dogs! One time a cheese merchant told me someone’s dog snuck up and ate her entire inventory… no apology, no acknowledgment by the owner… dogs barking, fighting, pooping. Tripping over dogs. Lovely. I don’t bring my dog because it is too volatile for him.
2. Lack of seating: the market could stand a few more tables around the live music.
Dogs, strollers, and standing room only, I will still be there next week!

Wahhhh this Farmers Market indeed have grown bigger and bigger. Yes, the items can be pricey.
Yes, this FARMERS MARKET especially the SUNDAYs we came are full of people, kids and dogs what nots. Now the trend, you can catch hold of the FOOD TRUCKS too. From Produce Vendors, Apparel and Accessories Vendors to boot. There are several vendors who sell HOT FOOD stuffs, baked goods, beverages, even DONUTS!!! If I am Homer Simpson, definitely I’ll be drooling.
This is one of the better farmers market we have been to, considering the amount of vendors available at one whole street of Old South Pearl Street Farmers Market. Yes I can agree with some Unilocalers, that its more like a Street Market at times. There is also a section of Vendors who sells Used or Vintage stuffs aka FLEA Market, that afternoon.
That recent visit was on Sunday August 25^th 2013. Was here from 10am till 3pm. But by about 1pm to 2pm ish, ALOT of the Vendors started to clear their stuffs away. Our usual purchase were the Local Honey, Baked Goods and Fruits to name a few.
All in all, its a nice farmers market and we definitely do not mind to return.
@184/2013