Jocelyn Burdick, LMT

09/08/2026

HARVESTFEST IS COMING BACK🎃🌻🍂

HARVESTFEST 2026 | Downtown Bay City, MI is coming back for its second annual celebration and we couldn't be more excited to share in all the fall festivities with you! Will you join us?

Gather with us on October 10th at the Pere Marquette Parking Plaza for a one-day event featuring local food, handmade goods, community connection + ALL THINGS FALL, YA'LL!

FARMERS + MAKERS MARKET | At the heart of HarvestFest is our specially curated Farmers + Makers Market provided by local farmers, growers, producers, makers, artists, crafters, small businesses, nonprofit organizations + service providers! Guests can purchase quality, locally grown produce, seasonal goodies, baked goods, pantry staples, handmade creations, fall favorites + plenty more while supporting neighbors and friends.

2026 HARVESTFEST PIE CONTEST, COMPLIMENTARY CRAFTS, MUSIC + MORE | Guests are encouraged to come cheer on local bakers competing in our Adult + Junior Divisions — or enter a pie of their own! Enjoy the live music + entertainment, pumpkin decorating, seasonal crafting, delicious eats + even more festivities throughout the day.

Additional activities, special guests + HarvestFest happenings will be announced as we get closer to the big day! Follow along and stay tuned as we announce this year's vendors, activities, entertainment.

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INTERESTED IN BECOMING A HARVESTFEST VENDOR?
Vendor applications are open through September 25th, 2026! Interested farmers, growers, producers, makers, artists, crafters, small businesses, nonprofit organizations + service providers are encouraged to apply now!

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07/29/2026

Come out and visit us tomorrow! The day is supposed to be perfect and we'd love to share it with you 🥰🥨🧁🍅🫑🍞🌿💐

If you haven't had the chance to stop by the farmer's market yet this season, this Thursday is absolutely YOUR day! 🍅🙌

📍Pere Marquette Parking Plaza, 401 5th Street, Downtown BC.
📅 THURSDAYS | 2pm - 7pm

A sneak peek of what the line-up is bringing downtown this week:
Freshly picked produce straight from your favorite local farms.
Certified organic Lettuce Heads + Kale for that salad we've missed!
Farm-raised meats you can feel good stocking your freezer full of.
Pantry staples, to include foraged jams, baking mixes + more!
Savory breads, bagels, focaccias, sandwich loaves and buns.
Fresh-cut florals for the table and planter-perfect perennials!
Ethically-harvested infused honeys from keepers that care.
ALL of the sweet treats, to include cinnamon rolls, cookies, etc.
Artisanal crafted sweeteners for that perfect mocktail or more!
Freeze-dried treats and sweets (no melt-ice cream!)
Wellness offerings, healing balms and herbal teas.
Hand-made, crafted items from the kindest, skilled artisans!
The list goes on and on... you've really got to see it for yourself.

Our featured EAT OF THE WEEK is ALL THE BBQ provided by Fat Matt's BBQ! Melt-in-your mouth beef brisket, pulled pork, savory chicken wings, macaroni + cheese, smoked potatoes and more!

Plus other ready-to-enjoy options, like the suped-up snow cones from Snow & Joe, minimal ingredient popsicles from King of Pops - Bay City, freshly-made brews from local favorite Legacy Coffee House and of course everyone's most memorable Mid-Michigan soft pretzel experience with Pretzel Prize.

Live music this week will be with Gabe Couch, the one-man band stand! Did you hear his 'Monster Mash-Up' at Harvestfest 2025? He's a local legend and definitely a crowd favorite among our crew here.

SNAP/EBT is ACCEPTED! Stop by the info booth for more information and assistance.

We'll see you at the market soon!

BAY AREA FARMERS MARKET
'Locally Sourced. Community Driven.'
THURSDAYS | 2p - 7p | Now - Oct 1st
401 5th Street, Downtown Bay City MI

07/15/2026

Meet Jocelyn Burdick who is an amazing massage therapist located at Aquaria Spa! She specializes in the 90 minute massage and performs cupping along with working her magic with her hands!

07/02/2026

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

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06/11/2026

🍯🐝 BAY CITY, WE’RE HERE TODAY! 🐝🍯

The honey is packed, the jars are loaded, and we’re headed to the Bay Area Farmers Market today from 2 PM – 7 PM!

Stop by to sample our raw Michigan honey and explore our growing collection of honey infused with organic fruits, herbs, and spices.

Whether you’re a longtime customer or just discovering NectarFusions for the first time, we’d love to see you.

📍 Bay Area Farmers Market
401 5th St, Bay City, Michigan
🗓 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 2 PM – 7 PM

Every jar starts with real Michigan honey and a little creativity from nature.

What flavor would you put on your shopping list today? 🍯👇