With unique vendors, bonus treats, and special extras & events — discover these farmers markets that are each a must-experience when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan!
There are plenty of great local farmers markets in Michigan to explore when you Go Great Lakes Bay, including: the Midland Area Farmers Market in Midland; Frankenmuth Farmers Market in Frankenmuth; Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market in Saginaw; Bay Area Farmers Market in Bay City; and many more.
Formerly located near The Tridge in Downtown Midland, the Midland Area Farmers Market now takes place at the east parking lot of Dow Diamond — with more room to roam & sample!
2026 Midland Area Farmers Market Season & Hours:
May 2 – October 31, 2026
Wednesdays & Saturdays, 7am – 1pm
November 7 – November 21, 2026
Saturdays, 9am – 12pm
2026 Midland Area Farmers Market Location:
East Parking Lot of Dow Diamond
825 E Main St, Midland, MI 48640
At one of the largest farmers markets in Michigan, peruse & purchase local produce, plants, florals, honey, meat, Great Lakes fish, cheese, and baked goods! Look for vendors like Good Stead Farm, MI Great Lakes Fish Co., Tri-City Mushrooms, The Cheese People of Grand Rapids, Beck's Bees, and Shepherd Organic Produce & Poultry.
Read More +Grab a hot coffee, cold brew, or latte to sip on while you shop — and enjoy with an assortment of fresh baked goods & pastries. Be ready for a frenzy of food trucks too plentiful to list, along with live music & special events like Yoga at the Market!
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Bringing fresh, local foods & handmade items to Michigan’s Little Bavaria, this market showcases more than 100 vendors each season!
2026 Frankenmuth Farmers Market Season & Hours:
June 6 - September 12, 2026
Saturdays, 8am – 12:30pm
2026 Frankenmuth Farmers Market Location:
534 N Main St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
With vendors from Bavarian Acres Farm to Little Kitchen Sourdough, Miller Family Orchard to Tim's Honey Farm — don’t miss this bountiful open-air market!
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With its pavilions situated just outside the SVRC Marketplace, this one-of-a-kind community gathering spot combines two ways to shop local!
2026 Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market Season & Hours:
May 22 – October 31, 2026
Wednesdays & Fridays, 10am – 3pm
Saturdays, 10am – 1pm (Beginning July 11)
2026 Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market Location:
203 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI 48607
With Corrion Farms, Timm Family Farms, Rafael's Produce, and Jacques Orchard bounty, along with Tri-City Mushrooms, Sugar Bear Bakery, My Eclectic Kitchen, and more, visit this market for: locally grown fruits & veggies, greenhouse plants, farm-fresh eggs, handmade jams, and dried soup mixes.
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Be sure to check out the SVRC Marketplace indoor market (right next to the Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market) for unique eateries & vendor shops!
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2026 Bay Area Farmers Market Season & Hours:
June 4 – October 1, 2026
Thursdays, 2pm – 7pm
2026 Bay Area Farmers Market Location:
Pere Marquette Parking Plaza
401 5th St, Bay City, MI 48708
Pull into the Pere Marquette Parking Plaza in Downtown Bay City and be greeted by: friendly vendors, seasonal produce, farm-raised meats, vibrant florals, handmade artisan goods, and curated self-care & wellness products.
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2026 Great Lakes Bay Harvest Market Season & Hours:
June 25 – September 3, 2026
Thursdays, 4pm – 7pm
2026 Great Lakes Bay Harvest Market Location:
Bangor Township Hall Parking Lot
3921 Wheeler Rd, Bay City, MI 48706
Market Mainstays: Just a 10-minute drive from Downtown Bay City, find yourself at the Great Lakes Bay Harvest Market. Browse rows of vibrant local vendors, stocked with fresh produce, homemade baked goods, and handcrafted artisan gifts.
Market Extras: Watch for special market events beyond the regular market season, including Harvest Fest & a Halloween celebration.
2026 Hemlock Farmers Market Season & Hours:
June 18 – October 15, 2026
Thursdays, 4pm – 7pm
2026 Hemlock Farmers Market Location:
Richland Township Park Pavilion
400 Sandridge Drive, Hemlock, MI 48626
Market Mainstays: For fruits & veggies, eggs, baked goods, honey, and more, make your way to the Hemlock Farmers Market. Shop local Jacques Orchard for apples, cider, jams & jellies, Earley's Produce for farm-fresh goodness, or Cinda's Pastries to Sweet Sarah's Kettle Corn.
Market Extras: Keep an eye out for rotating food trucks & live musicians to pop up at the market!
2026 Market Off Broad Season & Hours:
July 20 – October 12
Saturdays, 10am – 1pm
2026 Market Off Broad Location:
On South Chapman St at Broad St, Chesaning, MI 48616
Market Mainstays: Experience Chesaning through its local farmers & Market Off Broad vendors: Amman Farm Produce & Nursery, Fobear Farm, Jazzy Bees Apiary, Sun-bo Acres, Tomac Farms, and more.
Market Extras: Held in tandem with the Market, catch outdoor, family-friendly Movies On Broad, beginning at dusk in Downtown Chesaning on select Saturdays throughout the summer!
Looking for more fresh finds? Spend some time perusing the on-farm markets of favorite local spots including Brandt Farm Co., Paul's Produce Farm, and Shepherd Organic Produce & Poultry! Learn More
Whether you’re hunting for antiques & vintage treasures — or you’re on a relaxing self-care outing to refresh your wardrobe & find great deals — discover what you’re looking for (and then some) when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Michigan!
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