Events

Time

Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for all dates

Date

• May 9 – Spur in Bloom
  A spring-forward market celebrating plants, growth, and seasonal renewal, paired with CSU Spur’s campus programming.
• June 13 – Eco Explorers
  A sustainability-focused market highlighting environmental education, eco-conscious vendors, and hands-on learning.
• July 11 – Wonderful World of Water & Ducky Derby Fundraiser
  A playful, water-themed market aligned with interactive learning and the Ducky Derby fundraiser experience.
• August 8 – Back to School Bash
  A family-focused market supporting the return to school with educational activities, kid-friendly offerings, and community resources.
• September 12 – Made in Colorado
  A celebration of Colorado-made goods featuring local artists, makers, food producers, and small businesses.

Location

Venue: Main Campus Plaza at the National Western Center
Address: 4850 National Western Dr, Denver, CO 80216

Description

Presented by the National Western Center in collaboration with CSU Spur’s Second Saturdays

Market at the Center is a monthly community market designed to support emerging and growing vendors in a highly visible, mission-driven setting. Hosted on the National Western Center campus and aligned with CSU Spur’s Second Saturdays, this market offers an accessible entry point for entrepreneurs who want to test ideas, build confidence, and grow alongside the market itself.

For our second year, Market at the Center is moving into the Main Campus Plaza, the central artery of the National Western Center. This is the primary pedestrian corridor during Second Saturdays and places vendors directly next to CSU Spur’s programming, exhibits, and family activities. The result is strong natural foot traffic, easy access, and a setting that elevates your business without requiring premium booth pricing.

Markets take place on the second Saturday of each month, with each date themed to align with CSU Spur’s educational and family-friendly activations. These themes help shape the audience and overall vibe of each market while still allowing vendors flexibility in what they sell and showcase.

Expect a rotating lineup of local makers, food entrepreneurs, packaged goods, wellness brands, nonprofits, and community organizations in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.