Farm fresh experiences for families in the Ann Arbor Area. We have a list of farmers markets and where you can shop local foods.
It’s time to get back to our roots and dig into the seasonal produce that our area offers. Whether you want to pick your tomato from your garden or pick it from the local farmers market, our guide will help you and your family shop local, grow local, and eat local.
Shop Local
Here’s a list of farmers markets in the area, complete with dates, times, and locations.
Ann Arbor
315 Detroit St.
Wednesdays: 7am-3pm
Saturdays: 7am-3pm
Brighton
200 N. First St.
Saturdays: 8am-1pm
Chelsea
Wednesdays: Located in the Chelsea State Bank Lot on Main St. at the corner of Old US 12 and M-52, 1pm-5pm
Saturdays: Located in Downtown Chelsea on Main St. at Palmer Commons
8am-1pm
Cobblestone Farmers Market
2781 Packard Rd.
Tuesdays: 4pm-7pm
Dexter
3233 Alpine St.
Tuesdays: 2-6pm
Saturdays: 8am-1pm
Grass Lake
120 Brown St.
Wednesdays: 4pm-7pm
Milan
Main St. and Tolan St.
Third Thursday of Every Month: 5pm-8pm
Northville
Downtown Northville at Seven Mile and Sheldon
Thursdays: 8am-3pm
Pittsfield Township
6201 E. Michigan Ave.
Thursdays: 2pm-6pm
Saline
100 N. Harris St.
Saturdays: 9am-Noon
South Lyon
110 W. Liberty St.
Saturdays: 9am-2pm
Westside Farmers Market at Zingerman’s Roadhouse
2501 Jackson Ave.
Thursdays: 3pm-7pm
Ypsilanti
Depot Town (open May-October): 100 Rice St.
Saturdays 9am-1pm
Downtown (open year-round): 16 S. Washington St.
Monday & Wednesday-Friday: 9am-5pm; Tuesday: 3pm-7pm
Grow Local
Want to introduce your child to the Farm-to-Table concept? Here are some great opportunities to explore gardens and farms while learning about the growing process.
The Farm at St. Joe’s
5557 MacAuley Dr., Ypsilanti
These summer camps explore the natural world and seasonal, local food by teaching about health, agriculture, and sustainability. Although these programs are currently suspended due to COVID, be sure to keep an eye out for when they start up again.
Farm to Table I: The Science of Food
Ages 4-7 with adult caregiver
Fee: $159
Harvest and cook fresh produce and explore the science of growing food.
Farm to Table II: The Science of Food
Ages 5-9
Fee: $159
Get your hands in the soil and learn everything about growing, harvesting, and composting.
Farm, Field, and Forest
Ages 8-11
Fee: $279
This outdoor camp explores the farm, native prairie, and woods along the Huron river.
Growing Hope
922 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
734-786-8401
This Ypsilanti-based organization serves the local community and offers opportunities to grow, sell, buy, prepare and eat nourishing food. The Urban Farm offers classes and demonstrations for children, teens, and adults. Programs include garden-based nutrition classes, after-school programs, and summer camps. Learn more at the website.
Project Grow Community Gardens
734-996-3169
Learn more about sites throughout the Ann Arbor area, with opportunities to take a class, attend an event, or volunteer. Families and organizations can apply for a plot and learn more at the website.
Matthei Botanical Gardens
1800 N. Dixboro Rd.
Nature Play Pop-Ups
Free
Mondays 10am-11:30 am
Kids ages 3-7 and caregivers can pop in for hands-on nature play activities in the garden.
White Lotus Farms
7217 W. Liberty Rd.
734-707-1284
Junior Farmer Program begins in August. Kids can learn how to take care of goats, milk goats, and make cheese. Class schedules will be posted on White Lotus Farms Facebook page.
Eat Local
Want to support our local farmers? Visit those fruits and vegetables right at the source! And if you are feeling adventurous, we’ve included a list of farms where families can pick their own produce. Harvest times may vary due to weather, so make sure to call ahead before planning your family outing.
Alber Orchard
13011 Bethel Church Rd., Manchester
734-428-9310
Open September-November
Open Tuesday-Friday 12pm-6pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am-6pm
U-pick pumpkins and apples
Berry Hill Farm
12835 N. Territorial Rd., Dexter
734-475-1516
Open late June
Open Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday Noon-6pm
U-pick blackberries and raspberries
Blueville Acres Blueberry Farm
38093 Judd Rd., Belleville
734-657-2828
Open early July-late August
Open Tuesdays 9am-7pm, Thursday/Saturday/Sunday 9am-5pm
U-pick blueberries
Dexter Blueberry Farm
11024 Beach Rd., Dexter
734-426-2900
Open mid July- early September
Open Monday-Saturday 8:30am-7:30pm, Sunday Noon-6pm
U-pick blueberries
Eddie’s Blueberry Patch
3150 Judd Rd., Milan
734-439-8360
Open July-August
U-pick blueberries
Erie Orchards
1235 E. Erie Rd., Erie
734-848-4518
Opens July.
Open Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
U-pick blueberries, peaches, apples and pumpkins
Frosty Apple Orchard
6884 Walsh Rd., Dexter
734-426-2863
Fresh-picked apples and baked goods available to purchase during the season. (U-pick apples not offered)
Lutz Apple Orchard
11030 Macon Rd., Saline
734-429-5145
Open September-October
U-pick apples
Obstbaum Orchards
9252 Currie Rd., Northville
734-560-2840
Open September-October
Open Saturday-Sunday 10am-6pm
U-pick apples
Rowe’s Produce Farm
10570 Martz Rd., Ypsilanti
734-482-8538
Open daily in June 7am-8pm,July-September Monday-Friday 11am-6pm, Sunday 9am-6pm
U-pick peas and strawberries
Slow Farm
4700 Whitmore Lake Rd.
917-837-0975
Open May-November
Open daily 10am-5pm, except Thursday 12pm-7pm
U-pick strawberries, asparagus, heirloom tomatoes and peppers, peas, cucumbers, pumpkins and squash
Wasem Fruit Farm
6580 Judd Rd., Milan
734-482-2342
Open starting July
Open daily 9am-6pmÂ
U-pick cherries, raspberries, black currants, gooseberries, apples, pumpkins
Wiard’s Orchard
5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti
734-390-9211
Open Labor Day-October
U-pick apples
