Just Peachy: How to Enjoy Palisade Peach Season

August 11, 2025
Palisade peaches on a tree at The Homestead Hotel. Fresh, ripe fruit.

By visiting Palisade in September, you can find the best deals on peaches without the crowds! Every August, the quiet streets of Palisade fill with peach lovers, parade-goers, and festival vibes. And while we love the energy of Peach Fest weekend, we’re also fans of doing it differently — skipping the crowds, sipping wine without…

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Palisade Produce Preservation Guide

August 7, 2025
Palisade Peach Fest: You're a Peach art next to fresh peaches on a green table.

How to Keep Your Farmstand Finds Fresh ‘Til You Get HomeFrom The Homestead Palisade BEFORE YOU SHOP: PACK YOUR CAR RIGHT Don’t let your peaches melt in a hot trunk! Bring these essentials: Pro tip: Don’t pack fruit directly on top of ice, condensation = mush. AT THE FARM STAND: SHOP SMART IN THE CAR:…

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