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Cross Orchards Farmers Market

An assortment of fresh produce including peaches, corn, and tomatoes, promoting a farmers market event.

Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8:00 AM – Noon
June 27, 2026 – September 19, 2026
Cross Orchards Historic Site

Shop fresh and local at the Cross Orchards Farmers Market. Enjoy seasonal produce, baked goods, handmade items, and more—surrounded by the charm of this historic orchard setting.

Train rides, live music, and historic demonstrations available on select Saturdays! Bring the whole family for a morning of community, history, and homegrown goodness.

Vendor Applications are Open!

A market stand featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, alongside handmade items displayed on racks. A tablecloth with a checkered pattern covers the stand, which includes baskets of produce, jars of goods, and a sign indicating payment instructions.

Tours

Founding Fruit: A brief history of orchards in the Grand Valley 

Join us for a stroll through time and trees inside our historic orchard as our horticulturist, Olivia Pollock, talks about the history of some of our valley’s most prominent fruit, and how our heritage shapes the modern agricultural landscape today. This tour is perfect for families, locals, and curious minds of all ages.

Tour Time: 10:00am on Saturdays
Meet Location: Admissions Office

Tours with the Curator

Explore historic Cross Orchards with curator, Matt Darling, as he brings the stories of Cross Orchards to life! Wander through the century-old barn, blacksmith shop, and historic structures while hearing about the fascinating history of agriculture in the Grand Valley. From the legendary Uintah Railway, the little narrow-gauge line that conquered impossible terrain, to the daily grit of early orchard life, Matt’s tours will blend expert knowledge with tales you won’t find on a label! This tour is perfect for families, locals, and curious minds of all ages.

Tour Time: 11:00am on Saturdays
Meet Location: Admissions Office

All tours are free with purchased museum admission.
Tours begin June 27th during the Farmers Market.
Farmers Market is free to attend.

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3073 Patterson Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504 United States
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