Become a

Vendor

Join our wonderful community of local producers, artisans, and growers!

Food producers and artisans who grow, produce, or create within 100 miles of Hancock are eligible to apply.

Eligible

Vendor

Types

Farmers

All agriculture products sold at the market must be grown, raised, or gathered by the farmer, their employee/s, or family member/s, and be in compliance with Michigan Department of Agriculture regulations. Please refer to our Market Policies for more information.

Food Producers

We welcome producers of handmade items that can be consumed, such as bread, jam/jelly, maple syrup, honey, beverages, etc. Food products must be produced in accordance with the MI Cottage Food Law, out of a licensed kitchen, or via a temporary Health Department Food License.

Artisans

All non-food, artisan products sold at the market must be original and created by the artist. Acceptable works include all media painting, photography, fibers, wood, jewelry, metals, wearable art, personal care products, etc. No kits, imports, or re-sale items are permitted.

Vendor

Commitment

Options

Season Vendor

A vendor who commits, and is approved to participate in the majority of dates at a specific market location for a specific season. The number of days to equal a full season is defined differently for each market location and year. Full season vendors must attend vendor training and may or may not accept food access programs at their choosing. Full season vendors must pay vendor fees prior to the start of the annual market season.

Daily/Day Vendor

A vendor who commits, and is approved for less than the majority of market dates. Daily vendors schedule which dates they will be attending in advance and attend vendor training. They may or may not accept food access programs at their choosing. Daily vendors must pay fees prior to the start of the annual market season.

Drop-in Vendor

A vendor who requests to attend a market on that day without prior approval or scheduling. Not all markets accept drop-in vendors. All vendors, including drop-in vendors must complete an application and pay vendor fees prior to set-up at any FTGFMC market. Drop-in vendors MAY NOT accept any tokens or food access programs.

Market Dates, Fees, & Guidelines

Market
Dates

  • Saturdays, June 15th - October 12th, 10am-2pm

    Agassiz Park in Calumet, MI

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  • Thursdays, June 13th - October 10th, 3-6PM

    Quincy Green in Hancock

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  • Tuesdays, June 11th - October 8th, 3-6PM

    Huron Street Waterfront Park (aka Houghton Waterfront Pier)

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  • Saturdays, October 19th - November 23,d 10am-1pm

    Copper Country Curling Club (aka The Drill Shop) near the Calumet Colosseum

Market
Guidelines

See our Market Policies for a comprehensive list of our rules, regulations, and procedures.

Booth
Fees

  • Number of Weeks: 18

    Full season: $150

    Daily: $25

  • Number of Weeks: 18

    Full season: $150

    Daily: $25

  • Number of Weeks: 18

    Full season: $150

    Daily: $25

  • Coming soon!

Selling

Prepared

Foods

Michigan Cottage Food Law

Are you a home baker or looking to provide various hand-crafted foods at our markets? Our markets require all Michigan Cottage Food businesses to adhere to MDARD rules and standards regarding labeling, ingredients, and more.

Commercial Kitchen Rental

Food trucks and other prepared food providers are required to have the appropriate food licensure at the time of their scheduled market dates.

Temporary Food License

Vendors and businesses looking to source a commercial kitchen? Inquire for advice and resources.