BUY MICHIGAN NOW FESTIVAL South Lyon - August 1-3, 2025

2025 Buy Michigan Now Festival

Celebrate Buy Michigan Week with us. This event showcases only Michigan-based businesses to help fuel our local economy. It’s an incredible opportunity for local entrepreneurs and consumers to interact directly with one another. Buyers from retail stores also often come through to find new products to carry. Beyond that, the event is filled with uplifting entertainment, educational opportunities, and family fun.

Fri August 1     5PM-9PM
Sat August 2   10AM-8PM
Sun August 3 10AM-4PM

This year’s festival is located on Lafayette and Lake streets in the heart of Downtown South Lyon. The entire area is part of a social district so guests may sip refreshing beverages as they stroll.

Whether your plan is to be a seller or a shopper, together we will revitalize our state’s economy, one product, one purchase, one person at a time.

FRIDAY

Cap off the work week in style. Explore classic cars, indulge in variety from our food trucks, and have fun at the Vintage Reissue concert.

SATURDAY

Come for the Farmers Market, stay for the fest. Saturday is filled with a variety of musical performances and games to entertain the whole family.

SUNDAY

Spend a relaxing day sipping, strolling and shopping. This is a perfect last hurrah with the kiddos before scholl starts, or a great ladies day out.

Thank You Sponsors!

We are deeply appreciative of the sponsors who continued to support our efforts to grow a stronger Michigan economy. For information on becoming a sponsor of the Buy Michigan Now Festival or the campaign, please contact Lisa Diggs via Fest@BuyMichiganNow.com or 248-390-0974.

DINING

Food is a major highlight of BMNFest. Whether you’re looking to fill your pantry or just your stomach, tasty delights await at vendor booths and South Lyon eateries. You can try then buy at many booths, visit a food truck, or settle in for a sit-down meal.

LOCAL AUTHORS

Showcasing local authors has become an annual tradition at BMNFest with dozens of Michigan authors, signing and selling books. Spread the word, the application for writers interested in participating in 2025 is now open. Eat local, drink local, read local.

FAQs

As the festival draws nearer, access our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section here for GPS coordinates, parking, hours, dogs, cycling, the campaign, exhibitor setup, and answers to other common queries that will help you make plans.

Want to sell at this event?

When you put the word BUY in the title, most people instantly get the message that this fest is a place to spend some money. That makes it a wonderful place to turn a profit OR to shop. Vendors for this festival are selected based on the mission of creating jobs, supporting entrepreneurs, and helping Michigan businesses grow. Unlike many other street fairs and festivals, all of the businesses vending at the Buy Michigan Now Festival must meet one of the following criteria in order to participate:

  • Operates entirely in Michigan
  • Headquartered in Michigan with additional operations outside the state
  • Michigan-owned franchise or affiliate: some fees or revenue paid out of state
  • Artist, author, or musician that resides in Michigan

In addition to seeking only Michigan-based businesses, priority consideration is given to companies physically producing unique merchandise within the state, which is why it’s a great place to discover new tastes and products coming out of Michigan.

Become a Volunteer

 We couldn’t pull off this vibrant community event without the support of dozens of volunteers. Be an ambassador for your state and join in on the fun. We need people to help vendors check-in and get set; greet guests and answer questions; play with children in the Kids Zone, sell tickets and serve thirst-quenchers in our Michigan Beverage Garden, and more. Small groups are welcome. Students 16 and over may gain community service credits as well as gaining valuable experience.

For questions or additional information contact:

Buy Michigan Now
Email: Fest@BuyMichiganNow.com