Grow With Us At Ridgway Farmers Market

Our market is more than just a place to sell your goods — it’s a Friday tradition, a community of makers, and a place where passion meets purpose. Whether you grow, bake, create, or craft, we’d love to have you join our vendor family.

  • LEARN THE RULES

    Read our Market Rules to determine whether you qualify to become a vendor

    Market Rules

  • APPLY TO JOIN

    Vendor Applications are open until March 1st!

    Application

  • SUBMIT APPLICATION FEE

    Pay non-refundable Vendor Application Fee

    Application Fee

  • JOIN THE MARKET

    Pay Your Vendor Fee and Attend Market

    Vendor Payment

Before you Apply

Before submitting your application, please ensure you have reviewed the requirements below. Applications submitted without these required documents cannot be approved.

Colorado Sales Tax License

All vendors selling taxable products are required to hold a valid Colorado State Sales Tax License.

The following do not meet this requirement:

• Colorado Multiple Event Sales Tax Licenses
• City-only sales tax licenses
• Wholesale licenses

Vendors must provide a copy of their Colorado State Sales Tax License as part of the application process.

Apply for a Colorado State Sales Tax License

Insurance Requirements

All vendors are required to carry General Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage limit of $1,000,000.

Your Certificate of Insurance (COI) uploaded in your application must list the following as Additional Insured:

Ridgway Farmers Market
Town of Ridgway
PO Box 2118
Ridgway, CO 81432

Vendors must provide a correct COI as part of the application process.

Food & Beverage Vendors

Additional licensing, permits, and training is required depending on how and where food products are prepared.

Prepared and Value-Added Food Vendors are required to provide a Retail Food Establishment License or Temporary Food Establishment Permit as part of the application process.

Please note that Ouray County does not issue Temporary Food Establishment Permits. Vendors may submit a valid permit issued by another Colorado county.

Not sure whether you qualify as a Cottage Food vendor or a Prepared / Value-Added Food vendor?

The State of Colorado provides clear guidance to help vendors determine which category applies to their products. We strongly encourage reviewing the resources below before applying, as requirements differ depending on how and where food is prepared.

• Colorado Cottage Foods Checklist


• Colorado Farm to Market

(food safety training, licensing, and guidance)

Important

Applications submitted without the required documentation will be denied. Once all required documentation has been obtained, a new application and application fee must be submitted for reconsideration.

Application Deadlines

Vendor Applications
Applications are open through March 1, 2026

Acceptance and denial notifications will be sent via email on March 9, 2026

The Annual Vendor Meeting will take place via Google Meet on March 25, 2026

Please check back here for updated details or follow us on Instagram and Facebook for announcements.

Have Questions?

Ready to Join the Market Family?

  • To join the Ridgway Farmers Market, all vendors must complete the full application, pay the application fee and review both our Market Rules and Safety Plan.
    Incomplete applications cannot be accepted — please be sure to include your Certificate of Liability Insurance (listing Ridgway Farmers Market as additional insured) and your Colorado Sales Tax License.

    By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and agree to follow our Market Rules and Safety Plan.

  • Liability insurance is required for all vendors.
    Your Certificate of Liability Insurance must list Ridgway Farmers Market as additional insured.

    If your certificate doesn’t include this information, please contact your insurance provider for an updated copy before submitting your application.

    [Click here to view a sample Certificate of Liability.]

  • Vendor Fee Structure
    You may choose between a seasonal or daily rate.

    Seasonal Booths:

    • 12×10 ft: $330 (or $343 if paying by credit/debit)

    • 24×10 ft: $6330 (or $655 if paying by credit/debit)

    • 36×10 ft: $915 (or $951 if paying by credit/debit)

    Daily Vendors:

    • 12×10 ft: $55 per day

    • Non-Profit Vendors (12×10 ft): $15 per day

    Application Fee (required for all vendors): $37

    Fees help cover park rental, market insurance, and community programming such as live music and outreach initiatives.

  • All items sold at the Ridgway Farmers Market must be hand-produced by the vendor. Mass production or reselling is not permitted.

    We proudly welcome a variety of vendors, including:
    • Fresh Produce
    • Meat, Eggs, and Dairy
    • Bakers and Food Artisans
    • Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries
    • Arts, Crafts, and Metalwork
    • Natural Bodycare and Apothecary
    • Prepared Foods and Specialty Items

    Questions about your category or product eligibility can be directed to the Market Manager at manager@ridgwayfarmersmarket.com.

VENDOR APPLICATION