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Preparations Underway for 2024 Farmers & Artisans Market

Preparations Underway for 2024 Farmers & Artisans Market

iron mountain michigan farmers artisans market 2024 seasonPreparations are well underway for the Downtown Iron Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market (FAM). The first date of the season is coming up in about 2 months on Saturday, June 1. In early March, we contacted all of the vendors from last season and are thrilled to announce that 16 of them have already committed for the 2024 season. In addition, we have 3 new vendors so far, despite the fact that we are just now getting the word out to seek new vendors. Based on that information alone, the 2024 season is shaping up to be another really good one.

On April 1, applications will be open to anyone interested in being a vendor during the 2024 FAM season, which spans 20 Saturday mornings from June 1 to October 12, 2024. Season-long vendors receive a great deal, including discounted fees and promotions via social media and radio spots. Those who wish to attend on a weekly basis receive social media promotion, flexibility in scheduling, and also a great rate. All of the information is on the Farmers & Artisans Market page. Electricity is available if needed, and extra spaces may be available as well.

The DDA is also seeking a “Signature Sponsor” for the Farmers & Artisans Market. This is a great opportunity for both marketing exposure and community involvement for a local business or organization. All the information is available online on the Sponsor Opportunities page or by contacting the DDA at programs@downtownironmountain.com / 906-774-8534.

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The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established in 1978 with the purpose of improving and maintaining infrastructure, buildings, and public spaces within the Downtown District. Current DDA functions also include downtown beautification through gardens and public art, organizing and conducting community events, attracting and promoting businesses, and planning for continuing improvements to the Iron Mountain downtown area.

DDA Sponsorship Opportunities Available for 2024 Season

The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has some great opportunities for getting in on the action for the summer events season by becoming a sponsor, and we want everyone to know what is available – that’s why we put all of the information right here on the website at the Sponsorship Opportunities page.

These opportunities include a wide variety of choices for marketing your business or organization while supporting some important community activities such as Out to Lunch, downtown flowers, and Italian Fest, just to name a few. The DDA has developed a range of unique sponsorship opportunities to suit just about any preference, so everyone is offered a good fit for supporting our great community activities and investing in the present and future of Downtown Iron Mountain.

The marketing exposure of your sponsorship goes a long way. At a minimum, we’re promoting all sponsors and supporters on our website. Then for larger sponsors, there’s mention in print, radio, and TV interviews and ads, “clickable” linked logos on the DDA website, and also logos on social media posts and signage. For the top tier sponsors – generally $4000 to $6500 – there are benefits like co-hosting Facebook posts, banners at events, and naming rights for the Downtown Stage.

Please take a look at the entire lineup of opportunities on the Sponsorship Opportunities page for more information!

Our Vision, Mission & Purpose

We strive to create a flourishing, historic downtown destination in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

We promote economic growth by organizing community events, attracting new businesses and advancing the beautification and historic preservation within the Downtown District.

We exist to advocate and strengthen Iron Mountain’s entire Downtown District.

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board of Directors and staff coordinate Downtown Iron Mountain programs and events, advance the organization’s vision, mission, and purpose, and promote downtown businesses through website, social media, print publications, and other channels. The DDA conducts roughly 20 events and festivals every year, coordinates planting of flower gardens and hanging baskets throughout the downtown area, and engages in other beautification activities such as placement of street banners. The DDA also continues its long-standing local grant program to assist in the renovation of downtown buildings and elimination of blight. All of these DDA functions bring about a more vibrant, fun, and diverse center of the community.

The DDA relies upon, and is grateful for, the participation of over 130 volunteers who serve on committees, assist in conducting events, and plant & water flowers / gardens. Downtown Iron Mountain festivals and events are attended by thousands of people every year, and are sponsored by many different organizations downtown and throughout the community. Sponsors can partner with the DDA to contribute to the economic vitality of Iron Mountain while enjoying unique opportunities for marketing exposure. Please browse the pages of this website to become familiar with DDA activities and events, and contact us if you have any questions or would like to get involved by volunteering, sponsoring, or serving on the Board or committees.

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