Where can I find raw honey near Denver?

Cherry Creek Fresh Market (Saturdays, May–October) and South Pearl Street Market (Sundays, May–October) both have Colorado honey producers. Boulder Farmers Market and Longmont Farmers Market also carry excellent local honey.

What types of honey are produced near Denver, Colorado?

Denver-area beekeepers produce alfalfa honey from Front Range plains, Rocky Mountain wildflower honey from high-altitude mountain meadows, sweet clover honey, and urban wildflower blends. Mountain honey above 8,000 feet is particularly complex and intensely flavored.

When is the best time to buy local honey in Denver, Colorado?

Colorado honey is freshest August–October after the mountain bloom season. Alfalfa honey comes in July. Visit Denver farmers markets in late summer for the widest selection including just-harvested mountain wildflower varieties.

Find Local Honey in Denver, Colorado

Denver beekeepers draw from the diverse landscapes of the Front Range — alfalfa fields on the plains, mountain wildflower meadows in the Rockies, and urban gardens throughout the city.

Local Honey Varieties

Colorado alfalfa honey (mild, light gold), Rocky Mountain wildflower honey from high-altitude apiaries, and sweet clover honey from Front Range plains are Denver's signature varieties.

Where to Buy

Cherry Creek Fresh Market (Saturdays, May–October) and South Pearl Street Farmers Market (Sundays, May–October) are Denver's top honey sources. Many mountain producers sell at Front Range markets.

Upcoming Honey Events in Denver

Colorado Beekeepers Association Annual Conference — October 3, 2026
Denver Urban Gardens From Hive to Honey 2026 — October 24, 2026
Denver Winter Honey & Mead Festival — November 21, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find raw honey near Denver?: Cherry Creek Fresh Market (Saturdays, May–October) and South Pearl Street Market (Sundays, May–October) both have Colorado honey producers. Boulder Farmers Market and Longmont Farmers Market also carry excellent local honey.
What types of honey are produced near Denver, Colorado?: Denver-area beekeepers produce alfalfa honey from Front Range plains, Rocky Mountain wildflower honey from high-altitude mountain meadows, sweet clover honey, and urban wildflower blends. Mountain honey above 8,000 feet is particularly complex and intensely flavored.
When is the best time to buy local honey in Denver, Colorado?: Colorado honey is freshest August–October after the mountain bloom season. Alfalfa honey comes in July. Visit Denver farmers markets in late summer for the widest selection including just-harvested mountain wildflower varieties.

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Browse our complete local honey directory to find beekeepers and farmers markets near you. Explore all 210+ honey varieties in our comprehensive guide. For a complete overview of honey in Colorado, see our Colorado Honey Sourcing Guide.

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