07/01/2026
See y’all on Thursday at the Farmers Market!
One of our most anticipated events of the farmer's market season is ALMOST HERE! 'Fresh for the Fourth' is coming THIS Thursday, July 2nd, from 2:00 PM–7:00 PM! 🍅🎆
Whether you're getting ready for the big weekend or looking for a way to drop into downtown before the fireworks roll in, we've got you! Come shop local with YOUR farmers market, stock up on what you need and maybe bring the family down to enjoy one of our favorite celebrations of the season! From fresh, local food and handcrafted goods to live music, family activities, and community fun, there's something for everyone.
SNEAK PEEK AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK >>>>
• Fresh-picked produce straight from Heinz Farm Market, local Bay County gardeners + friendly homesteaders.
• Farm-raised, grill-ready steaks, pork, and chicken from Max Schultz Farms and M-61 Meats, LLC + fresh eggs for that perfect potato salad from Nine Oak Farms.
• Fresh sourdough loaves, artisan breads, and sweet treats from Proven Bakery, Divine Loaf and Seven Acre Tale Farm.
• Pantry favorites to elevate that spread, including the legendary Freakin’ Pickles, mixes and jams by My Eclectic Kitchen, infused honeys from NectarFusions, small-batch cocktail syrups from Old Fashioned Cocktail Co., locally produced maple syrups, sweets and more!
• Beautiful handcrafted goods, gifts, and artisan creations from vendors like Crochet by Jolene, Tuesdays with Teal, Lotus & Loom, and so much more!
• Family favorites to beat the heat such as popsicles from King of Pops - Bay City, Iced coffees from Legacy Coffee House and sweet treats from Sydney's Snacks
• Ready-to-eat plates + pretzels by the one-and-only Pretzel Prize and new food-truck Arepa Paradise!
• Wellness products and services by Little Red’s Wellness Company, Jocelyn Burdick, LMT and others!
..and while our vendor lineup is always subject to a few last-minute changes, this is honestly only a small glimpse of what you'll find at the market this week. There is just. so. much. more!
SPECIAL EVENTS + ACTIVITIES >>>>>
🍅 2:00 PM | Visit the Information Booth and Kids' Creativity Space to make your own Independence Day pinwheel craft!
🎈2:30 PM–4:30 PM | Complimentary professional face painting and balloon art for the family!
🎵4:00 PM | Live music from local favorite Bob Hausler!
We'll see you at the farmer's market!
BAY AREA FARMERS MARKET | Locally Sourced. Community Driven.
Thursday, July 2 | 2:00–7:00 PM
Pere Marquette Parking Plaza
401 Fifth Street | Bay City
