Colorado Springs Flea Market

One of the largest weekend flea markets in the Rocky Mountain West — acres of vendors, antiques, tools, Western gear, fresh produce, and the usual flea-market rabbit hole you walk into for five minutes and leave three hours later.

Go early — the best stuff moves before 10 AM and the crowds thin out after noon. Bring cash for the outdoor stalls; most established vendors take cards. $3 parking, free admission. Covered pavilions keep part of the market running even in weather.

A half-day on its own, or an easy pre-lunch stop on your way downtown.