Mountain Village: Market on the Plaza

Nothing says summertime in Colorado like an open air market, especially amid the sun-soaked scenery of Mountain Village Center. So beginning June 17, the paver-laden Heritage Plaza will once again be teeming with white tents and Colorado-proud vendors as the Market on the Plaza returns to Mountain Village.

“We are happy to announce that not only are last year’s vendors returning but also a number of new vendors who are certainly helping to create an open air market that offers a wide variety of products,” said Nichole Zangara Riley, director of marketing and business development for Mountain Village.

In its fifth year, the Market runs every Wednesday through August 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and offers patrons some unconventional variety. Of course the usual, and much desired, products will be available: produce, dairy, herbs and seasonings, and prepared foods. But Heritage Plaza also will be dotted with less traditional vendors selling greeting cards, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, tinctures, and hair pieces, among other items. In addition, the town is partnering with Wilkinson Public Library to bring more entertainment and programming to Mountain Village Center.

“The library’s programming helps round out the market and gives patrons a fun dose of the unconventional,” explained Zangara Riley. “The market’s day-time entertainment will begin July 1 and include youth activities like face painting and summer games. In addition to the entertainment, the library will have a booth setup where they will sell used books.”

To become a Market vendor, contact Market Coordinator Deanna Drew at ddrew@mtnvillage.org.

For Market highlights, visit facebook.com/townofmountainvillage.

Market patrons can also share their #marketfavorites with Mountain Village.