Some of the best moments of a Vail summer aren’t planned — they happen on a Sunday morning with a coffee in hand, wandering through the Farmers’ Market with nowhere particular to be.
The Vail Farmers’ Market & Art Show runs every Sunday on Meadow Drive in the heart of Vail Village, from June 14 through October 4, 9:30am to 3:00pm. From The Willows, it’s a short stroll — no car, no parking, no fuss. Just step outside and you’re there.
What started as a handful of tents has grown into one of the most beloved weekly traditions in the Vail Valley. Over 148 vendors now line East Meadow Drive each Sunday, and the mix is genuinely worth exploring: local farmers, artisan food producers, fine art, handmade jewelry, ceramics, clothing, and more — all made-in-Colorado.
Food lovers will find everything from gourmet French cheeses and elk jerky to fresh-baked pastries, honey, and seasonal produce. Browse art, pick up something handmade, grab lunch from one of the vendors, and settle into the particular kind of slow that only a mountain summer morning can offer.
Also worth knowing — the Thursday Meadow Market: If Sundays don’t align with your plans, the Thursday Meadow Market runs weekly on Willow Bridge Road from June 18 through September 4, 1:00pm – 5:30pm — a smaller, more relaxed mid-week version with fresh produce, artisan foods, and handmade goods. A lovely way to break up a summer afternoon.
What you’ll find:
- Fresh Colorado produce, meats, and seasonal specialties
- Artisan foods — cheese, honey, pastries, coffee, and more
- Fine art, photography, and handmade crafts
- Jewelry, ceramics, candles, and one-of-a-kind gifts
- Live music and a genuinely festive Village atmosphere
Good to know: The market draws a crowd on peak summer weekends — arriving closer to opening at 9:30am means a quieter, more leisurely experience. Popular food vendors do sell out.
