Michigan Business Beat | Karen Mead, Farmgirl Flea Market - Spring Market 2025

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Karen Mead, Co-Owner of Farmgirl Flea Market, Hudsonville, MI He had several questions for Karen in this conversation: 1. Tell us a bit about Farmgirl Flea’s Spring Market? 2. What can people find at this year’s market? 3. What’s the importance of shopping locally? 4. What sets Farmgirl apart from other flea markets? 5. How can people learn more about this market and the others you have coming up? ● Spring Market Details ○ May 16 from 4-8 p.m. ○ May 17 from 9-4 p.m. ○ Featuring more than 150 makers at Hudsonville Fairgrounds ○ 9th annual market has live music, drinks, & food trucks ○ Discover artisan and thrift goods, antiques, vintages, handmade items, boutique clothing, baked goods, and more. ● Ticket Info ○ $15 for a full weekend ticket, Friday and Saturday, only available online ○ $10 Friday general admission ○ $7 Saturday general admission ○ Kids 12 and under and veterans and active military members are free ○ Tickets can be purchased at www.farmgirlflea.com or at the gate the day of with cash only ● Economic Impact ○ The market for handicrafts and artisan-made goods continues to grow. ○ In 2024, the handicrafts market reached more than $906 billion. ○ It’s projected to grow to almost $2 trillion by 2033. ○ With many small businesses struggling right now, the Spring Market is a great way to support several vendors in one location and shop locally.