Explore. Discover. Connect.

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

STAY TUNED FOR 2027 SUMMER DATES, WEDS. 3-6 pm

830 Michigan/M-37 | Parking Lot behind Jones Ice Cream | Baldwin MI

Farmers, makers and more!

People at market looking at wild caught alaskan salmon

Our Markette

Discover everything from farm fresh produce and proteins to baked goods, artisan breads and desserts, plus unique handcrafted products from leather, glass, metal, wood, textiles and more.  

Connect with community partners and natural resources experts serving Lake County and beyond for a variety of cooking and nutrition classes, children’s programs, DIY demos, field trips and SO MUCH more!

Become A
Vendor

Apply to be a vendor today.

Attend a Class or Program

2026 Season Calendar

Support the Markette

We are 100% volunteer run & funded.

Stay Connected …

  • 2026 Community Impact!

    Our 2026 season is a wrap, but our impact is far reaching! Check out our Impact report, complete with year over year growth stats since we launched in 2024.

    2026 Impact Report

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  • Better together!

    Looking for a way to plug in, make new friends, share your talents, and have a ton of fun? Join our team of 50+ who make our 100% volunteer run and funded Markette come alive each season. The rewards are long lasting and priceless.

Get to the Markette!

Parking

There is plenty of parking in the lots north and south of the Pure Markette with easy access off Seventh or Eighth Street in downtown Baldwin.  Parking  also is available along M-37/Michigan Avenue with a paved walkway to the Markette between Jone’s Homemade Ice Cream and the Baldwin Business Center.

Biking/Hiking

We love our trails!  The Pere Markette State Trail is ÂĽ mile north of the Markette and runs east to Idlewild and Reed City. 

Yates Dial-A-Ride

Yates Dial-A-Ride proudly serves all of Lake County.  To schedule a FREE ride, please call (231)745-7311 or click this link for current hours and prices.

Family on bike at the market