Littleton’s bustling main thoroughfare truly comes alive
during the second Saturday of each summer month. Escape the hustle of downtown
Denver and head to this cozy, quaint suburb for the weekend. Stroll & Shop Second Saturdays ends in October, so here’s what you need to know to make the most
out of this last hurrah.
When & Where
Second Saturdays
concludes on October 9 in downtown Littleton, Colorado. As part of the
“Weekends on Main” event, patrons can participate in this merchant market from
9am until 4pm. Other activities related to the “Weekends on Main” event may
continue taking place before or after “Stroll & Shop”.
At 4pm on Friday until 11pm on Saturday, Main Street shuts
down and becomes a pedestrian walkway. Parking is available along all side
streets and bike racks are aplenty for cycling enthusiasts looking to get some
miles in.
What is “Stroll & Shop Second
Saturdays”?
Vendor and artisans both local and state-wide come to peddle
their wares at this popular open-air market. From vintage finds, cool clothing,
and hand-made pottery to personal care products, gourmet food items, and
original artwork, this Littleton makers mart has something for all tastes and
styles. Get a jump-start on holiday shopping while supporting local businesses
and Colorado’s creative sector.
History of Downtown Littleton
Littleton isn’t just a byproduct of Denver’s urban sprawl.
In fact, the city traces its roots back to the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush of 1859. As miners flocked to
the Rocky Mountains, farmers, merchants, and other tradesmen were needed to
provide the goods and services needed for daily life.
Trenches and ditches were required to carry water from the
Platte River out into the plains to irrigate the fields and provide new
residents with water access. The surveying and development of present-day
Littleton was conducted by Richard Sullivan Little. He ended up falling in love
with this area of Colorado, erecting a house, and establishing a flour mill that
became the economic backbone.
Agriculture was the mainstay of Littleton until post WWII
when technological, manufacturing, and pneumatics found their way to this
sleepy Denver outpost. Since then, housing, a community college, and a
reservoir have made Littleton into a microcosm of its much larger, louder
neighbor. It still reflects its agrarian roots without sacrificing on big-city
amenities like fine dining, live music, community events, and more.
Windermere Apartments in Littleton is a great place to call home. We are within
walking distance to many of the city’s great restaurants, bars, and parks. Contact us today
to learn more about the spacious, modern residences and welcoming community at
Windermere.