Shopping : Washtenaw County Farmer's Markets/U-Pick
Area codes are 734 unless indicated otherwise.
The Ann Arbor/ Ypsilanti area offers a bevy of agri-attractions ranging from small, roadside markets to large farmer's markets. Due to the seasonal nature of these businesses, call ahead to confirm hours.
Alber Orchard & Cider Mill
13011 Bethel Church Rd., Manchester, (734) 428-9310
Historic apple orchard growning 50 varieties of applies includeing the newer honeycrisp and the famous northern spy. Watch your cider being pressed (all natural), savor a fresh donut or carmel apple. Upick pumpkins, horse-pulled wagon rides and new this year: Gazebo available for renting (in the orchard) for weddings etc.
Ann Arbor Artisan Market
315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor, (734) 662-1004
www.annarborsundayartisansmarket.org This outdoor market features a large variety of fine arts, handmade arts and crafts, live demonstrations, and entertainment. Sun 11am-4pm, May-Dec.
Ann Arbor Farmers Market
315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor, (734) 994-3276
www.a2gov.org/market Come visit us in the Spring (May-December) on Saturdays and Wednesdays and in the Winter (January-April) on Saturdays to see numerous vendors with the area's best produce. Baked goods, flowers, and more.
Chelsea Community Farmers Market
Chelsea Fairgrounds, Old US 12, Chelsea, (734) 475-6402
chelseafarmersmkt.org Located on Park Street Downtown Chelsea. Fresh locally grown produce & flowers. Crafts, baked goods. Monthly featured chefs & entertainment.
Chelsea Farmers Market
Municipal Lot, Park Street, Chelsea, (734) 475-1145
http://www.chelseafarmersmkt.org/web-content/default.asp Located in the heart of downtown, this seasonal market features locally grown produce, crafts, baked goods, flowers, plants, Chef at the Market series, entertainment, and more.
Dexter Cider Mill
3685 Central, Dexter,
Located on the bank of the Huron River, the oldest continuously operating cider mill in Michigan features wood press blended cider, award-winning apple cookbook, trademark pastry mixes, homemade apple pies, donuts, caramel apples, apple butter, and jellies.
Fusilier Family Farm & Greenhouse
16400 Herman Rd., Manchester, (734) 428-8982
This working farm features a petting farm, hayrides, 12-acre corn maze, and farm tours. Offers a seasonal selection of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, fresh produce, pumpkins, gourds, and corn maze.
Kern Road Farm
13877 E. Old US 12, Chelsea, (734) 433-0738
www.kernroadfarm.com This pre-Civil War farm features jams, jellies, herbs, herbal jams, flavored vinegars, fruit vinaigrettes, chutneys, and syrups.
Makielski Berry Farm
7130 Platt Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 572-0060
1 mile S. of Michigan Ave. U-pick fall red, amber and yellow raspberries, black berries, melons, squash and pumpkins. Raw raspberry honey also available. Open August 1st to Nov. 1st.
Milan Farmer’s Market
Wabash St., Milan, (734) 439-0404
This seasonal market features a wide variety of fresh produce, cut flowers, and crafts.
Rodger's Corner Produce
10630 Dexter-Chelsea Rd., Chelsea, (734) 475-4685
Offers a variety of fresh seasonal produce and horse-drawn wagon rides to a pumpkin patch in October.
Rowe's Produce Farm
10570 Martz Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 482-8538
The most acres of u-pick strawberry in Michigan. Also u-pick peas & raspberries. Farm market with large variety of fresh fruits & vegetables. Homegrown sweet corn picked fresh daily.
Saline Farmers Market
S. Ann Arbor St., Saline, (734) 429-3518
www.ci.saline.mi.us A great seasonal market that features lots of fresh produce, plants, and flowers from local growers. Specialty items include jams, jellies, baked goods, seasonal corn stalks, Indian corn, wreaths, and much more.
Talladay Farms Corn Maze
6270 Judd Rd., Milan, (734) 645-1791
www.talladayfarms.com Fun for everyone. Two mazes for your friends, family, groups to get lost in. Take the challenge. Lookout tower, night mazes, concessions available. Located right next to Wasem's Fruit Farm.
Ypsilanti Farmers Market
100 Rice St, Ypsilanti, (734) 439-8676
www.foyf.org Year-round market offering wide selection of seasonal produce, crafts, honey, maple syrup, eggs, meats, coffee shop, bread and baked goods, fruits, and local live entertainment, as well as plant & flowers. Plenty of free parking.
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