One thing Northwest Indiana has plenty of is Farmers Markets. Over the years, these markets have changed from your old time venue to be more up-scale and popular activity for young and old.
Some have live music, Craft Beer, Arts and Crafts and even Antiques! So support your local farmers, you’ll find all kinds of hand made products too! You’ll find locally grown seasonal vegetables, and fruits and flowers. In addition, you’ll find Fresh baked breads and pastries, Handmade jewelry and soaps. Some have Local honey local Gourmet cheeses and local eggs- just to name a few. Here’s a list to help you find your local foods:
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LAKE COUNTY:
1. Crown Point Farmers’ Market – SATURDAYS, May 23 Thru Sept. 24th, 8am – 1pm, The NEW! Bulldog park is located at 183 S. West St. Crown Point. No market July 4
No market July 19 (Taste of Crown Point); Market will close at noon June 6, June 20, August 22 and September https://www.crownpoint.in.gov/373/Farmers-Market Hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Special Events and can be reached by calling 219-662-3290, or 219-661-2271. Change Location on May 30th, 2026 www.crownpoint.in.gov.
3. The Griffith Central Market – May 15th Thru Sept. 18th
Located at Central park, 600 N. Broad St. Griffith, IN, OPEN! May 15th thru Sept. 18th, 2026 – There is Craft Beer and Music every week. They are open Fridays: 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm. They can be reached by calling 219-484-6697, or visit Facebook or www.griffith.in.gov.
4. The Highland Now on Thursdays! TO BE DETERMINED, 2026 DOWNTOWN MARKET! : Baked goods• Cheese• Arts & crafts• Herbs• Vegetables• Honey• Fruits• Pet food • Pastries. Located at the Municipal Parking Lot at 2730 Highway Ave., Highland, Indiana. They are open May 9th – Sept. 26th 2026 from 3pm – 7:30, Call Rhonda at 219-306-098
5. At the Hobart Summer Market on the Lake – JUNE 11TH Thru Aug. 27th, 2026 You’ll find fresh produce, baked goods, ethnic & gourmet foods, children’s craft area, jewelry, handmade crafts, a beer garden, and so much more. After your shopping is complete, stay for an evening of live entertainment featuring some live music of the regions best bands, in the Festival Park Bandshell beginning at 6 pm. 3rd and Main Street, Hobart. It is open JUNE 7TH – August 11th, 2026 on Thursdays from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm. The Host is the City of Hobart Special Events and can be reached at 219-942-2987.
6. Cedar Lake: Opening May 13 – October 7; 3:00pm – 8:00pm; May through August; AND 3:00pm – 7:00pm September & October 2026 Held the other EVERY Wednesday monthly from 3 – 7 PM – extended summer hours to 8 pm, at the Town Grounds/7408 Constitution Ave (next to the Lighthouse Restaurant) Something for everyone! For more information, contact Kelly Dykstra at cedarlakefarmersmarket@yahoo.com or visit at “Cedar Lake Farmers Market” on Facebook! or Website
7. The Miller Beach Farmers’ Market (OPEN 2026) – June 7, 2026 Thru Sept. 25th, 2026 – Located at 667 S. Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403. They have Organic Produce, Baked goods, Jewelry & Crafts, Flowers & Plants, Honey & Jams, Poultry & Eggs and Cheeses. They are open on Sundays from 11:00am – 1:00pm. They are Hosted by Miller Beach Arts, and can be reached by Email: or calling 219-238-6758. Click Here For MORE! They offer online and presales as well.
8. The St. John Farmers’ Market – May 3rd Thru Oct. 25th, 2026 Located at Community Outpatient Centre Parking lot, 9660 Wicker Ave., St. John. They are open May 2nd – October 31st, 2026 on Sundays; 8:00am – 1:00pm. They are Hosted by the Town of St. John. Pet friendly, for friendly pets on a leash. New 2026 vendors & one day trials, will be introduced each morning. They can be reached at 219-365-6236 or http://www.stjohnin.com. ( Facebook link)
9. Hammond, Farmed and Forged, Every Thursday from, 3:30 – 7pm, Starting on May 28th, 2026 435 Sibley St., Hammond, Live Music, Makers, Producers, Artisans. Hammond is a producers-only market bringing together local farmers, food producers, artisans, and small businesses to expand access to fresh food and create a welcoming space for the entire community. 219-803-6562 FACEBOOK
LaPorte County
12b. The LaPorte Farmers’ Market – NOW NAMED: Farmed & Forged. Located at Lincolnway and Monroe Street, Downtown LaPorte, LaPorte, Indiana. They have Fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, and often home baked goods. They are open May 24 – September 27th 2026 on Sundays from 11am – 2:00 pm. They can be reached by calling 219-448-1674 or visit Facebook. NEW WEBSITE LINK
13. The Michigan City Farmers’ Market – Located at 8th and Washington Street in Michigan City. They have freshest produce, providing a space filled with locally grown food & artisan goods. They are open from May 23, 2026– September 26th on Saturdays from 8:00am – 1:00pm. They are hosted by Michigan City Mainstreet Association and can be reached by calling 219-873-4038 More Info Click here
Porter County
15. The Chesterton’s European Market –Located at the Corner of Broadway and Third Street by Thomas Centennial Park, Chesterton. They are open from May 2nd thru October 31, 2026 on Saturdays from 8:00 am-2:00pm. They are hosted by the Chesterton/Duneland Chamber of Commerce and can be reached at 219-926-5513 or CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
16. a Coffee Creek Farmers Market, CHESTERTON Every Wednesday; April 10 – October 30: 3:00pm – 7:00pm; New address in 2026** FB: https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeCreekFarmersMarket Web: https://www.coffeecreekfarmersmarket.org They can be reached at 219-707-9327.
18. The Portage Market on the Square (OPENING 2026)
June 5th Thru August 28th, 2026. Founders Square Park at 6300 Founders Square, Portage Indiana, They have fresh produce, crafts, vendors, food trucks and tents, movie at dusk and live music. Every Friday from 3 pm – 9pm, 219-762-1675. Facebook
19. The Valparaiso’s Central Park Plaza Market – June 2nd Thru Oct. 10th, 2026 Located at Central Park Plaza – 68 Lafayette St. Valparaiso, Indiana. They are open June 4th – October 15th, 2026 on Saturdays; 9:00am – 1:00pm, and Tuesdays; 9:00am – 1:00pm. They are hosted by the Valparaiso Community Festival & Events and can be reached at 219-464-8332.
20. Edge of Liberty Farm, 2026, 10am – 4pm, Open May 17th, Every Other Sunday Each through Oct 16th, 606 N. Calumet Ave., Valparaiso Crafts, Farm good, organic gardening, 219-242-8320.
Website: https://edge-of-liberty.com/
Facebook www.edge-of-liberty.com.
NWI FARMERS MARKETS SORTED BY DAY:
Tuesdays:
Valparaiso
Wednesdays:
Coffee Creek Every Wed (Chesterton);
Cedar Lake – Every Other Wednesday
Thursdays:
Hobart,
Highland (to be Determined)
Fridays:
Griffith (Evenings);
Portage (Evenings)
Saturdays:
Chesterton, Crown Point, Lowell (2nd Saturday only) Michigan City, Valparaiso, Whiting, Cedar Lake American Legion Market,
Sundays:
Miller Beach, St. John, Munster (Select Sundays)
Edge of Liberty (Valpo) and Laporte
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