The third weekend of the month, May through September, celebrate all things Southwest Michigan during the Love Local weekends! Attendees will enjoy local events, extended shopping hours, events, special offers and more!

MAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE: 

FRIDAY  
      Extended shopping hours
      Weekend specials throughout SWMI

SATURDAY
     Extended shopping hours
     Weekend specials throughout SWMI

SUNDAY
       Extended shopping hours
       Weekend specials throughout SWMI
       

MAY PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS: 
(List will be updated regularly)

Affinity Salon & Spa: 25% off Aveda, Eleven Australia and Kevin Murphy products, all weekend long!

Box Factory for the Arts: Michiana Annual Arts Competition (MAAC) Opening Reception 5:30p-7p.

FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery

G&M Variety: 15% off all yard spinners and yard stakes.

Glik's: Sidewalk sale with clearance items up to 70% off. Drawing for $25 gift card.

KT's Rasoi: Summer stall on the corner of Pleasant and State Street, and we will be selling Mango Lassi (Drink), Samosa (Appetizer), Kulfi (Ice Cream pop), Gulab Jamun (Dessert) and more Indian cuisine.

Lana's Boutique: 20% off ALL Regular Price Clothing! 

Lee & Birch: Racks outside and special discounts all weekend.

MDHHS - Family Bound: Visit our table in the Welcome Center from 12p-3p on May 17!

Mighty Dog Roofing: Free inspections and estimates; $500 off full roof replacement. Visit our table in the Welcome Center on Friday and Saturday!

Olive Cart: Get 10% off when you mention Love Local Weekend!

Perennial Accents: Friday-Sunday enjoy our Pop of Color Sale! 25% off florals & pillows. On Saturday & Sunday, we’ll also have samples in our kitchen. 

SJ/BH Kiwanis: Visit our table in the Welcome Center on Friday, May 16; Pancake Day from 8a-12p at The Whitcomb on Saturday, May 17.

South Bend Chocolate Cafe: Love Local Weekend Special: any of our sandwich options with a choice of side and a drink for $15. 

State Street Stuff: 13th Anniversary Celebration! Free gift & Dollar deals!

The Acorn: Live music on Friday, May 16: The Flat Five at 8p; Live music on Saturday, May 17: Matthew Logan Vasquez w/ Jacob Alan Jaeger at 8p.

Third Coast Paddling: Saturday, May 17 & Sunday, May 18: For opening weekend, take 15% off your rentals with promo code OPEN15 at check-out (valid for online advance reservations only).

Water Street Glassworks

Waterfront House of Framing & Fashion: Waterfront will kick off Love Local with a massive sidewalk sale in May to clear out excess art and clothing inventory. 

Honor veterans who have served this great country and remember those who have sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom at the annual Memorial Day Parade. The parade will begin at the intersection of Lake Blvd. and Park St.

2025 Parade Form

Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! This event is held Saturdays in the scenic Lake Bluff Park, overlooking Lake Michigan.

 
Please note that there will be special hours for the market on July 12 during the Krasl Art Fair - stay tuned for more details!

This eclectic craft fair, held in picturesque Lake Bluff Park, offers a variety of handcrafted goods. With over 50 local vendors, there’s something for everyone - anything from home decor and furniture to jewelry, candles and more!

Want to become a vendor? Visit our Vendor Information page.  Accepting vendor applications until March 31!

Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market. Vendors will offer a variety of products including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more! This event is held Saturdays in the scenic Lake Bluff Park, overlooking Lake Michigan.

 
Please note that there will be special hours for the market on July 12 during the Krasl Art Fair - stay tuned for more details!

As we gear up for Spring, there’s a lot to explore in Michigan’s Great Southwest. Join us this weekend for March Mannequins, the Spring Artisan Fair, a Women’s Weekend, live music, theatre shows, creative workshops and so much more. Read on to make the most of this jam-packed March weekend!

Join us February 7-9 for the 2025 Ice Fest sponsored by Silver Beach Pizza to celebrate the winter season! It’s a weekend that brings frosty fun to downtown St. Joe. Enjoy professional Ice Carving, a Scavenger Hunt, Ice Interactives + more exciting events happening throughout SWMI!

The winter doesn’t slow things down in Michigan’s Great Southwest! This winter weekend brings a Chili Tour, St. Joe Winter Beer Fest, live music, trivia nights, arts and crafts workshops and more! Read below to check out all the awesome winter activities.

Celebrate the New Year here in Michigan’s Great Southwest! From New Year’s Eve parties and family fun celebrations to holiday light displays, New Year’s Eve dinners and hotel packages we’ve got you covered to ring in the New Year. 

The holiday season is still in full swing here in Michigan’s Great Southwest! There’s a little something for everyone - from visits with Santa and daily giveaways to holiday-themed train rides, musicals and light displays. Make the most of this December!