One of our favorite posts of the year is our annual Farmers Market update! The amazing variety available at farmers markets throughout the DMV is much more than the home gardener can produce. In addition to fruits and vegetables, many markets feature artisan bread, butchers, pickles, sauces, preserves, yummy baked goods, and other specialty foods. We love supporting these local businesses and hope you will too.
This list is just a sampling and many now accept SNAP. We know there are more opportunities in our communities. Check with each market for updates and hours before visiting. Let’s get cooking!
WASHINGTON, DC
Indoor & Outdoor market open Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays | Arts and Crafts open Saturdays and Sundays
225 7th Street SE, Washington, DC
A DC favorite! Eastern Market’s current red brick building is one of only a few historic public market buildings still standing in DC — and the only one that retains its original function as a market.
20 locations throughout DC, days of the week vary
FRESHFARM Markets include local farm produce, specialty food vendors, plus special events like yoga practices and live music. With 20 locations in DC, each market is as diverse as the neighborhood it serves including Monroe Street, Columbia Heights, Dupont Circle, Anacostia, and many more.
Saturdays, Year-Round
Lafayette Elementary School, 5701 Broad Branch Road NW
Launched in the summer of 2002 in response to residents’ requests for fresh, organic produce, market vendors offer fruits and vegetables, meats, cheese, coffee beans, baked goods, and more.
MARYLAND
Photo courtesy of Explore Kensington
Saturdays, Year Round
MARC Train Station, Kensington
Enjoy local and regional vendors who offer fresh baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, organic meats, seafood, cheese, artisan bread, olive oil, and prepared foods.
Sundays, Year-Round
6931 Laurel Avenue, Takoma Park
Situated in the historic business district of Takoma Park, buyers can pick up seasonal produce, dairy products, and more from vendors located within 125 miles. The market also features street performers and offers market activities.
Saturdays, Year Round
1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring
The Downtown Silver Spring Market is the second largest in the FRESHFARM network of producer-only markets. Featuring more than 45 vendors from across the DMV, plus Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Every other Saturday
Customers at the Cheverly Market can now find homegrown produce, baked goods, homemade soaps and jams, meats, coffee, seafood, and even wine.
Every Third Thursday, June – September
Potomac Street Rear Parking Lot in Hagerstown
In operation since 1783, the Market is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the state of Maryland. Customers can pick up homegrown produce, comfort foods, baked goods, coffee, and handmade gifts.
VIRGINIA
Photo courtesy of Columbia Pike Partnership
Sundays, Year-Round
This year-round market is a signature initiative of the Columbia Pike Partnership.
Saturdays, Year Round
Market Square, 301 King Street, Alexandria
The Old Town Farmers’ Market boasts the distinction of being the longest-running market in the country, held continuously on the same site since 1753.
Sundays, April 7 – December 31
Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Brenman Park Drive, Alexandria
It is hard to argue with the motto of this market: “Eat Well and Have Fun!” The market features mostly producer-only stalls, baked goods, coffee, florists, and more.
Photo courtesy of Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, Year-Round
2311 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria
Operating since 1994 in one of Alexandria’s most vibrant neighborhoods, you can rest assured you will find a range of necessities at this community favorite.
Sundays, Year-Round
Four Mile Run Park, 4109 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria
The Four Mile Run Farmers & Artisans Market brings fresh, nutritious food to people of all income levels, provides an opportunity for local artisans and producers of goods to bring their wares to market, and strives to reflect the diversity of the community.
Saturdays, Year-Round
City Hall Parking Lot, 300 Park Avenue, Falls Church
This two-street market has been rated in the top three of People’s Choice awards for farmers’ markets in Virginia and has also ranked high on nationwide lists.
Saturdays, May 11 – Oct. 26 | Sundays May 12 – Oct. 20
10500 Page Avenue (Main and West Streets), Fairfax
This local favorite has been voted as one of the top three markets in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine and one of the Top 10 markets in the DC area by the Washington Business Journal.
Since 1997, FRESHFARM has worked to build a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient food system in the Mid-Atlantic region by producing innovative solutions in partnership with local communities and organizations. They operate six marketing’s in Northern Virginia.
- Arlington Courthouse – Saturdays
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- Arlington Rosslyn – Wednesday evenings
- Arlington Ballston – Thursday evenings
- Arlington Rosslyn – Wednesday evenings
- Mosaic Sunday Market in partnership with EDENS
- Oakton – Saturdays
Photo courtesy of Reston’s Farmers Market
Saturdays, April 27 – December 7
Lake Anne, 1609 Washington Plaza N, Reston
Customers can walk the parking lot adjacent to Lake Anne with the aroma of a carnival in the air thanks to Colonial Kettle Corn. Other notable vendors offer gelato, maple syrup, and New Zealand savory pies. No dogs allowed.
- Cascades Farmers Market – Sundays, May 5th – October 27th
- Leesburg Saturday Farmers Market – Saturdays, May 4 – October 26 | Saturdays, November 2 – April 26
Saturdays April – October
142 East Main Street, Purcellville
Fresh and local produce every week! Come enjoy an assortment of local goods from local farmers.
Saturdays May – October
317 West Main Street, Berryville
Market vendors sell fresh produce, bedding plants, cut flowers, home-baked goods (without egg or cream base), honey, vinegar, cider, eggs, cheeses, preserves, pickles, soap, artisan craft objects, and so much more.
WEST VIRGINIA
Photo courtesy of FarmFresh WV
Saturdays – April through October
The Charles Town Farmers Market is THE place to be on Saturday mornings. As Jefferson County’s premier farmers market, they offer more vendors, more products, and more fun!
Friday Evenings – May through September
Sundays – March through December
Bringing locally grown food and products to Shepherdstown for over 25 years! Live local music.
