A trip to beautiful Estes Park, Colorado is always exciting and when you fill your itinerary with stops that support local Colorado businesses along the way, it’s that much more meaningful! The following are just a few of the many that are well worth investing in and enjoying the next time you’re in town.
Get Creative at Inspired Artisan Market & Studio
If you’re looking to support a local business in Estes Park during your stay that provides plenty of creativity along the way, be sure to make time to stop by Inspired Artisan Market & Studio! Located at 138 Moraine Avenue, Inspired artisan Market & Studio is a family-friendly destination for those looking to access their artistic side. Here, you can drop by daily to make the most of a variety of Colorado-inspired art experiences on-site and enjoy a guided adventure alongside a knowledgeable and friendly instructor. Artisan Market & Studio also hosts specialty classes throughout the year that are listed on their monthly calendar and if you’re not quite in the mood to put your own skills to the test, this is a one-stop resource for checking out works by local talent! At Inspired Artisan Market & Studio, visitors can browse a collection of works by over 50 Colorado artists that are available to enjoy or purchase when you find just the right piece to enhance your home. They also offer online shopping if you want to pop back in and see what’s new once you’ve left your Estes Park vacation behind.
Spend Some Time at MacDonald Book Shop
Supporting a local business can take you to new worlds through the power of captivating stories when you spend some quality time at MacDonald Book Shop the next time you’re in town. This charming locale has been a staple in Estes Park since 1928 and has just about every type of literature on the shelves you can imagine. Head over to 152 E. Elkhorn Avenue between 9:00 am and 8:00 pm daily to browse the various sections featuring everything from fiction and non-fiction to children’s literature, and local history too. The bookstore hosts a number of events throughout the year including author talks and book signings to look forward to so be sure to check their calendar before you arrive. When you purchase items at MacDonald Book Shop, you’ll be supporting a business with founding families that still live in the area more than 100 years after the store opened to the public. The on-site staff here can help direct to you to the Estes Park and Rocky Mountain Park guidebooks and photography instruction guides if your plans have you heading from the bookstore to the trails.
Shop Handmade Local Goods
Estes Park is filled with fantastic and talented residents, many of whom are ready and willing to share their gifts with visitors! A great place to support a local business while enjoying products that are truly one-of-a-kind in town is Once Upon a Hive. Located at 145 E. Elkhorn Avenue, Once Upon a Hive is open every day of the week except for Tuesdays and is a one-stop resource for browsing everything from hand-crafted beeswax candles to wooden welcome mats designed right in Estes Park. They also sell products like beeswax foot balm, lemon-eucalyptus soaps, and lotion bars alongside beeswax melts for home aromatherapy.
At 332 E. Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park visitors can also spend some festive time in the Christmas Shoppe which is open year-round and provides the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit no matter what season your Estes Park vacation happens. This locally owned boutique features an impressive collection of holiday decorations on-site including ornaments, table décor, Christmas trees, whimsical holiday scenes for the mantle, and more. From the Christmas music to the hot chocolate, it’s a place that transports you to December no matter when you arrive.
Savor the Moment at Snowy Peaks Winery
You can support a local business with every sip when you enjoy a wine tasting experience at Snowy Peaks Winery when you find yourself in Estes Park or drop by to purchase a bottle. Here, you can always count on enjoying an authentic taste of Colorado. The tasting room features award-winning handcrafted area wines ranging from Viognier and Riesling to Merlot and Syrah to name a few. You can opt for a tasting flight with five wines of your choice for just $12 and pair a facility tour with the experience to top it all off in style. There are also gourmet foods sold here to complement wine selections that include handmade chocolates and cheeses as well as jams and jellies. The winery also carries wine-themed gifts handcrafted by local artists that are available to purchase.
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