Great Lakes Farmers Markets

Michigan's farmers markets benefit from the state's diverse agricultural landscape. The Great Lakes moderate temperatures, creating ideal conditions for cherries, apples, berries, and wine grapes.

Traverse City

The Cherry Capital of the World lives up to its name at local farmers markets. During cherry season (late June through July), you'll find sweet and tart cherries in abundance, along with cherry products from pies to wines.

The Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market runs Saturdays from May through October, featuring local produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts against a backdrop of Grand Traverse Bay.

Hidden Gems in Michigan

• Traverse City - Cherry season is legendary
• Holland - Dutch heritage with tulips and pastries
• Petoskey - Resort town with upscale vendor offerings
• Marquette - Upper Peninsula's largest market
• Saugatuck - Art colony with artisan focus
• Ann Arbor - University town with organic emphasis

Minnesota's Scandinavian heritage and abundant freshwater resources create a unique farmers market culture. Wild rice, walleye, and honey are regional specialties you won't find in other parts of the country.

Minneapolis-St. Paul

The Twin Cities have developed a sophisticated local food scene with farmers markets to match. The Mill City Farmers Market in Minneapolis is set against the ruins of historic flour mills along the Mississippi River.

Duluth

On the shores of Lake Superior, Duluth's market features products from the North Shore, including wild-harvested goods, local fish, and produce grown in the short but productive northern growing season.

Hidden Gems in Minnesota

• Minneapolis Mill City - Historic mills, Mississippi views
• St. Paul - One of the oldest markets in the region
• Duluth - Lake Superior shore, North Shore products
• Stillwater - Historic St. Croix River town
• Red Wing - Pottery heritage, river town charm
• Northfield - Carleton College town