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Farmers Markets in the Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Area

  • Writer: Camp Nisswa
    Camp Nisswa
  • Apr 1
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jun 18

Farmers markets in Brainerd, Baxter, Nisswa, Crosby, and Pine River offer a fantastic selection of locally made crafts, baked goods, and farm-fresh produce. Most markets open in mid-May and continue until September or October. Visiting local farmers markets is an excellent way to support the community and find unique local products. For more information about farmers markets in the Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes area, refer to our guide below!


2025 Farmers Markets: Tuesday:


Brainerd Farmers Market - Opening Day: May 13, 2025

  • Location: Franklin Arts Center Parking Lot, Brainerd, MN

  • Address: 1001 Kingwood St, Brainerd, MN 56401

  • Schedule: Tuesdays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Hackensack Famers' Market - Opening Day: June, 10, 2025

  • Location: Hackensack, MN

  • Address: 213 First Street, Hackensack, MN

  • Schedule: Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page



Thursday:


Nisswa Farmers Market - Opening Day: May 8, 2025

  • Location: Nisswa American Legion Parking Lot, Nisswa, MN

  • Address: 25807 Main St, Nisswa, MN 56468

  • Schedule: Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Deerwood Farmers Market Co-op - Opening Day: May 22, 2025

  • Location: Parking Lot East of Lake Country Curio, Deerwood, MN

  • Schedule: Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


The Woods Farmers Market (Every Other Thursday) - June 5, 2025 to September 25, 2025

  • Location: The Woods Parking Lot

  • Address: 19624 County Road 3, Brainerd, MN 56401

  • Schedule: Every Other Thursday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Farmer’s Market at the Northern Pacific Center – Opening Day: June 5, 2025

  • Location: Northern Pacific Center, Brainerd, MN

  • Address: 1511 Northern Pacific Road Brainerd, MN 56401

  • Schedule: Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM (June 5 – September 25, 2025)

  • Details: Enjoy live music on the patio at Notch 8, a fresh seafood boil, and a great selection of local produce and goods each week. No registration needed—just show up! Vendor booths are free for the 2025 season on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • More Info: Event Page



Friday:


Baxter Farmers Market -  Opening Day: May 16, 2025

  • Location: Westport Shopping Center Parking Lot, Baxter, MN

  • Address: MN-210, Baxter, MN 56425

  • Schedule: Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Main Street Market Downtown Brainerd - Opening Day: May 23, 2025

  • Location: Brainerd City Hall Parking Lot

  • Address: 501 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN 56401

  • Schedule: Fridays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Pine River Market Square - May 23, 2025 to September 26, 2025

  • Location: 102 W Barclay Ave, Pine River, MN 56474

  • Schedule: Fridays from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

  • More Info: Website



Saturday:


Cuyuna Range Farmers Market - May 24, 2025 to October 4, 2025

  • Location: Main Street Plaza (On the corner of Cross and Main), Crosby, MN

  • Schedule: Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page

Ideal Green Farmers Market - May 24, 2025 to August 30, 2025

  • Location: 9824 Co Rd 16 Pequot Lakes, MN 56472

  • Schedule: Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

  • More Info: Facebook Page


Please note, locations and times are subject to change.


See You at the Markets!

There’s just something about a morning at the farmers market that feels like pure Nisswa Lakes Area living. Whether you're hunting down fresh produce, homemade jams, hand-poured candles, or a few good conversations, the markets across Nisswa, Baxter, Brainerd, Pine River, Crosby, Pequot Lakes, and Deerwood deliver every time.

Grab your market bag, hit the road, and make a day of it—you never know what you'll find (or who you'll run into). Supporting these local markets helps keep our small towns thriving and full of life, and that's what it's all about.

Keep this guide handy for your next adventure—and be sure to follow Camp Nisswa for even more local events, farmers market updates, and everything happening across the Nisswa Lakes Area.


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