Bancroft Park

Bancroft Park is a city-block park at 2408 W Colorado Ave in Old Colorado City, with a play area, an amphitheater and signs about the area’s history. On summer Saturdays, its farmers market brings together food, produce, clothing and personal-care stalls. The park also hosts seasonal events, including festive displays and live music. Come to browse the market, take a break beneath the trees or look for the historic Pioneer County Office building, which was moved here from its original site.

A park in Old Colorado City

Bancroft Park sits in the center of Old Colorado City, with a library behind it and shops and places to eat nearby. Its open space, mature trees and seating give you room to pause between stops in the neighborhood. The park also has a play area, public restrooms and an amphitheater.

Information signs around the park cover the history of Old Colorado City. The Pioneer County Office building is another local-history detail: it began as a cabin with a false front and was later relocated to the park. The building is not always open, so you may be able to see it without being able to go inside.

Market days and community events

The summer farmers market takes place on Saturdays. Stalls sell items including fresh produce, bread, olives, pickles, jam, salsa, clothing and personal-care goods. It is a good time to browse local vendors or bring a blanket and spend a while in the park. The market is busiest later in the morning, so an arrival around 8 am gives you a quieter start and more time to look around.

Events add another reason to visit at different times of year. The park hosts festive displays, including reindeer during holiday celebrations, and summer programming can include live music. Check the event details before setting out if you are visiting for a particular activity.