With summer in full swing, now is the best time to attend a local farmers market! The Kalamazoo area is home to a multitude of farmers markets and farm stands, so no matter where you are in the county, you can find locally-grown and handmade products right where you are.
Kalamazoo Farmers Market
1204 Bank St. | Kalamazoo, MI
Featuring over 100 businesses weekly, the Kalamazoo Farmers Market is the biggest market in Kalamazoo. Enjoy shopping from local farmers, food businesses, and artisans each week from May through November!
Night Markets
1204 Bank St. | Kalamazoo, MI
Happening once a month throughout the summer, the Kalamazoo Night Markets are the place to be to set you up for the weekend! From 5 PM – 10 PM on the third Thursday of the month, enjoy shopping local handmade products, listening to live music, and dining from a local food truck from June to September.
Kids Markets
1204 Bank St. | Kalamazoo, MI
The Kids Markets in Kalamazoo are the perfect opportunity to support and encourage young entrepreneurs. On June 17, July 15, and August 5, young entrepreneurs under the age of 17 will share their home-grown, handmade, and hand-produced items for sale from 10 AM – 1 PM. Head out to the Kids Markets to support a young community beginning their businesses!
Comstock Farmers Market
5845 Comstock Ave | Kalamazoo, MI
Did you have a busy weekend? No worries! The Comstock Township Farmers Market occurs every Monday between June and late September from 3 PM – 7 PM. You can get a glimpse of the heart of the Comstock community at this market.
Portage Farmers Market
7900 South Westnedge Ave | Portage, MI
With over 30 vendors, you will find an incredible selection of fresh produce, handmade crafts, flowers, and unique gifts at the Portage Farmers Market. The market occurs every Sunday from 9 AM to 1 PM between early May to mid-October. While you shop, enjoy live music performed by local artists.
Vicksburg Farmers Market
300 N. Richardson St. | Vicksburg, MI
Fresh on Friday! Head out to the Vicksburg Farmers Market on Friday afternoons from 2 PM – 6 PM to shop local goods before the weekend begins. The market takes place between mid-May and late September. You will also enjoy live music as you shop!
You can also find the Vicksburg Farmers Market at the Historic Village this summer on June 27th, July 25th, and August 22nd.
Texas Township Farmers Market
7110 West Q Avenue | Kalamazoo, MI
Celebrate fresh, local foods and the rich agricultural diversity of southwest Michigan at the Texas Township Farmers Market! Shop a diverse array of foods that are grown, raised, and processed locally on Tuesdays from 4 PM – 7 PM from June to August or on Saturdays from 8 AM – 12 PM from May to October.
Richland Farmers Market
9550 E. M-89 | Richland, MI
The Richland Farmers Market provides delicious and fresh local produce, food, and artisanal products every Wednesday from 3 PM – 6 PM between May to September. Each market also boasts an excellent line-up of food trucks, so bring the family out for a meal!
Kalamazoo County isn’t just home to farmers markets. The county also has a diverse array of farm stands where you can shop local produce straight from the source!
Gull Meadow Farms
8544 Gull Rd. | Richland, MI
Gull Meadow Farms is more than your average market. All items in their farm market is produced in Michigan. Enjoy honeys, syrups, jams, jellies, dips, and fresh ciders and baked goods in addition to their freshly picked produce!
Husted’s Farm Market
9191 W. Main St. | Kalamazoo, MI
Family-owned and operated for over 55 years, Husted’s Farm Market and Cider Mill offers locally grown, seasonal produce. From perfect peaches and berries in the summer to crisp apples and cider in the fall, this is a great place to get delicious and fresh produce straight from the source.
VerHage’s Fruit Farms & Cider Mill
8619 West ML Ave. | Kalamazoo, MI
In addition to their seasonal produce, VerHage’s Fruit Farms also bakes fresh donuts and pies every day! Head to their farm market to get an assortment of freshly baked goods and locally grown produce as well as artisan crafted items, including signs, home décor, and furniture.
Wiley Veggie Shed
1335 W. U Ave | Schoolcraft, MI
Family-owned and operated since 1956, Wiley Veggie Shed and Farm is happy to provide guaranteed fresh produce with a kind smile. During each season, visitors to the farm stand can even pick their own produce so you can get exactly what you want and need. You will also want to take a self-tour around the farm on one of the beautiful walking paths! Remember to bring your cash, as they are cash only.
