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2025 Love Local Weekend - June

Fri. June 20, 2025
- Sun. June 22, 2025
Start and end times vary depending on day.

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!

 

WEEKEND SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY
      Extended shopping hours
      Weekend special throughout SWMI

SATURDAY
        
St. Joe Farmers Market from 9:00a-2:00p in Lake Bluff Park
       Extended shopping hours
       Weekend specials throughout SWMI

SUNDAY
       Extended shopping hours
       Weekend specials throughout SWMI

JUNE PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS: TBA
(List will be updated regularly)

1232 Broad Street Mercantile - Special sales throughout the store. Register to win a $25 gift card!

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

Box Factory for the Arts - Free & open to the public - view the MAAC Gallery Exhibition on all three floors! 

Full of Crepe - Celebrate Full of Crepe's opening week and come try the new and delicious addition to downtown St. Joe! Open 8a-7p, closed Tuesdays.

FuzzyButz Pet Boutique & Bakery - Up to 30% off Select Merchandise!

Glik's - Additional 20% off men's and women's clearance and 25% off men's 1897 shorts!

Henna Design House JUNE 20-21: Pop-Up in front of G&M Variety, all weekend long! Stop by and get a beautiful design that will last 1-2 weeks!

House of Colour - Southwest Michigan - FREE GIFT with new service bookings (color analysis, style analysis, makeup classes, personal shopping, wardrobe edits) & 10% off all makeup sales when you mention "love local".

KT's Rasoi - Summer vendor located on the corner of State & Pleasant in downtown St. Joe! Come by and enjoy our refreshing Mango Lassi, crispy Samosas, creamy Kulfi (Indian ice cream pops), and more delicious treats! JUNE 21-22: Celebrate our 1st Anniversary! Buy a Taj Mahal Indian Beer - Get a FREE Coors Light; Spend $20 or more—enjoy a FREE Mango Lassi!

Lana's Boutique - 30% off all Regular-Priced Denim!

Lazy Ballerina Winery - June 20-22: Specials, free tastings of our 10th Anniversary special edition Seyval Blanc and Anniversary Bubbly, and a special bundle package of 10 year anniversary merch and products!

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

Local PourJUNE 20: Happy Hour from 5p-7p. JUNE 21: Karaoke from 6:30p-8:30p and Live Music from 4p-7p.

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

South Bend Chocolate Cafe - Love Local Weekend Special: buy 1/2lb of bulk chocolate, get 1/2lb of chocolate covered pretzels; JUNE 20 & 21: Live music from 7p-9p.

St. Joe Community Taproom - Pride Themed Menu Items For All + Giveback & Support Opportunities! 

State Street Stuff - Sidewalk Sale; Free gift with purchase!

Stoke Riders - Visit us in the Welcome Center on Saturday! JUNE 20-22: Enjoy 20% off if you sign up for Surfing, Kiteboarding, Efoiling or Wingfoiling lessons and also offering 10% off all equipment & apparel at the Stoke Riders retail/online store located in Suite 331 in The Box Factory for the Arts.

The Acorn - JUNE 21: Cracker (American Rock Band), 8p. JUNE 22: Steve Earle Solo & Acoustic: Fifty Years of Songs and Stories (Singer-Songwriter), 8p.

The Christmas Tree Gift Shop - New summertime savory & dessert dips, grilling rubs & marinades and lemonade mixes—on sale, two for $10 Mix & Match! JUNE 20-21: Enjoy samples + register to win a $25 gift certificate!

Third Coast Paddling - The summer solstice is here — the sun’s out, the water’s warm, and there’s no better way to soak it all in than from a kayak or paddleboard. Come celebrate the start of summer with a little sunshine, freshwater spray, and a whole lot of fun. For the first weekend of summer only (June 20-22), take 15% off your rentals with promo code SUMMER15 at check-out. (Valid for online advance reservations only.)

Waterfront House of Framing & Fashion JUNE 20: Sidewalk Sales - up to 80% off clearance items; Pop-Up vendors including Island Inspired Jewelry and webelieveco; Hours 10a-8p. JUNE 21: Sidewalk Sales; Pop-Up vendor webelieveco; Hours 10a-8p. JUNE 23: Sidewalk Sales; Pop-Up vendor webelieveco; Hours 12p-4p.

White Pine Winery - Enjoy 5% off any 4 bottles, 10% off any 6 bottles and 15% off any 12 bottles (case)! 

Zo's Mini Donuts - JUNE 20-22: Zo's Mini Donuts' Sunset Special, from 7p-10p! We're open late, so you can enjoy the freshest donuts in town. It's the perfect spot for family fun, pet friendly, great for date night, or just hanging out with friends, featuring games, great music, and awesome vibes. See you there!

2025 St. Joe Farmers Market

Sat. June 21, 2025
9:00am - 2:00pm

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!

2025 St. Joe Lighthouse Tours

Sat. June 21, 2025
10:00am - 7:00pm

St. Joseph Lighthouse - Explore the North Pier's Inner and Outer Lights! 

2025 Season - Join us weekly on Saturdays, from 10:00a-7:00p, June 7 through August 30. 
Weather permitting - check the St. Joe Today Facebook page for the most current Lighthouse updates!

Go inside the North Pier Inner Light first-floor for free or buy a ticket to climb to the top. It's fun for all ages!

- Explore the free first-floor exhibits and dive into the rich nautical history of St. Joseph/Benton Harbor.
- Climb to the top for spectacular panoramic views ($5/person). 
- Stroll the pier to the Outer Lighthouse - a perfect spot for boat and sunset watching.

Tours and Presentations

- Enjoy a free, guided tour from the start of the North Pier to the Lighthouse. Tours will be held once every Saturday at 10:00a!
- Lighthouse Presentations - Participants may enjoy these free, one-hour interactive programs individually or as a three-part series. Held the second Saturday of the month, June-August, from 10:00a-11:00a.

June 14 - St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library
July 12 - Box Factory for the Arts
August 9 - Shadowland on Silver Beach

Parking
Tiscornia Park - 80 Ridgeway St., St. Joseph, MI 

Tickets

- Purchase in-person with CASH only at the lighthouse.
- Purchase in-person with cash or credit at the St. Joe Today Welcome Center - located at 301 State St., St. Joseph, MI

2025 St. Joe Farmers Market

Sat. June 28, 2025
9:00am - 2:00pm

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!

2025 St. Joe Lighthouse Tours

Sat. June 28, 2025
10:00am - 7:00pm

St. Joseph Lighthouse - Explore the North Pier's Inner and Outer Lights! 

2025 Season - Join us weekly on Saturdays, from 10:00a-7:00p, June 7 through August 30. 
Weather permitting - check the St. Joe Today Facebook page for the most current Lighthouse updates!

Go inside the North Pier Inner Light first-floor for free or buy a ticket to climb to the top. It's fun for all ages!

- Explore the free first-floor exhibits and dive into the rich nautical history of St. Joseph/Benton Harbor.
- Climb to the top for spectacular panoramic views ($5/person). 
- Stroll the pier to the Outer Lighthouse - a perfect spot for boat and sunset watching.

Tours and Presentations

- Enjoy a free, guided tour from the start of the North Pier to the Lighthouse. Tours will be held once every Saturday at 10:00a!
- Lighthouse Presentations - Participants may enjoy these free, one-hour interactive programs individually or as a three-part series. Held the second Saturday of the month, June-August, from 10:00a-11:00a.

June 14 - St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library
July 12 - Box Factory for the Arts
August 9 - Shadowland on Silver Beach

Parking
Tiscornia Park - 80 Ridgeway St., St. Joseph, MI 

Tickets

- Purchase in-person with CASH only at the lighthouse.
- Purchase in-person with cash or credit at the St. Joe Today Welcome Center - located at 301 State St., St. Joseph, MI

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2025 June Love Local Weekend | June 20-22

June 17th, 2025

The third weekend of the month, May through September, celebrate all things Southwest Michigan (SWMI) during the Love Local weekends! This month, attendees will enjoy special events, delicious samples, a photo op and special offers throughout SWMI. Read on for a complete weekend guide! 

Love Local is sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro.

2025 Memorial Day Weekend: May 23-26

May 20th, 2025

There’s a lot to explore this holiday weekend in Michigan's Great Southwest! Honor those who have served our country during the Memorial Day Parade, support local farmers with the start of the 2025 St. Joe Farmers Market season, listen to live music hosted at area businesses, attend special events throughout SWMI and more! There’s a little something for everyone. Read on for a full weekend guide!

2025 May Love Local Weekend | May 16-18

May 13th, 2025

The third weekend of the month, May through September, celebrate all things Southwest Michigan (SWMI) during the Love Local weekends! This month attendees will enjoy a special events, delicious samples, and area events in addition to special offers throughout SWMI. Read on for a complete weekend guide! 

Love Local is sponsored by The Boulevard Inn & Bistro.

2025 Spring Weekend: March 7-9

March 4th, 2025

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!

Weekend Guide to the 2025 Ice Fest: February 7-9

February 4th, 2025

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!

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The Love Local SWMI Gift Card can be used at participating St. Joe Today member locations throughout Southwest Michigan. Use it at your favorite store or restaurant and support local businesses!

Formally known as the St. Joe Today Gift Certificates, this program has now gone digital! By using the link below, you can choose your recipient and send them a card via email or print it out! The card recipient can then make purchases at any participating St. Joe Today member locations. Additional participating locations will be added throughout the year!

The Love Local SWMI Gift Card program is brought to you by St. Joe Today and Yiftee.

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
*Have an old gift certificate? See below!


WHERE TO PURCHASE 

ONLINE
Click the Purchase A Gift Card button below to purchase through Yiftee. Select the value of your Love Local SWMI Gift Card. Choose your recipient and send them a card via email or print it out. You can send multiple cards with varying amounts all at once!
 

PURCHASE A GIFT CARD  


IN-PERSON
Stop by the St. Joe Today Welcome Center (301 State Street in downtown St. Joseph) and we can walk you through the purchasing process!

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I redeem my gift card?
Redeem your gift card at any participating member location. You can view participating locations here! When you are ready to check out, present the digital gift card on your phone (or the printed out version) as part or all of your payment. Merchants will process the card just like a pre-paid MasterCard. 

How do I check my gift card balance?
Digital gift cards update the balance automatically! If you have a printed out version, use the QR code to check your balance. You can also check your gift card balance here

Does my gift card expire?
While this Voucher does not expire, unless prohibited by law, a $3.00 fee will be deducted monthly from the Voucher balance starting on the 1st day after 12 consecutive months of inactivity starting from the date of issuance or last Activity on the Voucher. Activity means any action resulting in a change in Voucher balance, other than fee imposition, or adjustment due to error or prior transaction reversal.

What if I don't spend my full gift card in one transaction?
You can use a Love Local SWMI Gift Card at multiple locations! The balance will update automatically on the digital gift cards. If you have a printed out version, use the QR code to check your balance.

I visited a location listed in the guide, but they would not accept my gift card, what should I do?
Please contact the Welcome Center to receive assistance - (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

I would like to place a bulk gift card order, how can I do that?
Online ordering makes it easy to order multiple gift cards at once! For orders over $250, please call (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

I am a member of St. Joe Today, but I do not see my business listed. Can I redeem the Love Local SWMI Gift Cards?
We'd love to have you on the list! To be able to accept gift cards, please contact SJT at (269) 985 1111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will get you registered for the program. 

I have an old St. Joe Today Gift Certificate, can I still use it? 
While we don't sell the old gift certificates anymore, any outstanding gift certificates are still valid and able to be used just like normal. Please note these old gift certificates expire 5 years from the date of purchase. To see a list of participating locations, contact St. Joe Today via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  

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