Get Your Fresh Produce At These Fairfax Farmers Markets

Farm-to-table eating helps promote sustainability while also supporting local farmers and businesses. Here are a few farmers markets in and around Fairfax that offer farm-fresh produce for you to take home.

McCutcheon/Mount Vernon Farmers Market

The McCutcheon/Mount Vernon Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, this farmers market offers customers a variety of fresh produce, baked goods, and treats for pets. Some vendors include Twin Springs Fruit Farm, Misty Meadow Farm Creamery, Grace’s Pastries, Great Harvest Bread Co., Arnest Seafood, Pawfectily Delicious Dog Treats, and Honeycomb Heroes (honey).

Wakefield Farmers Market

Wakefield Farmers Market is also open on Wednesdays but from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Located in Annadale, Virginia, on the site of Wakefield Park, this farmers market is a great place to stop for fresh produce. Get vegetables from Linda Vista Farm, herbs from Stellar Road Farm, meat from 1690 farm, and fruit from Kuhn Orchards. In addition to fresh fruits, vegetables, and meat, Wakefield Farmers Market also welcomes local bakeries and sweet shops. Purchase baked goods from Sue’s Pies and More, along with bread and other baked goods from Metropolitan Bakery.

Annadale Farmers Market

Annadale Farmers Market is open on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Located in Mason District Park, this farmers market has a lot of great local produce to choose from. Purchase fruit from Twin Springs Farm and 78 Acres Farm. If you need meat, Valentine’s Bakery and Meats has a great selection, and you can pick up baked goods while visiting with this vendor.

McLean Farmers Market

McLean Farmers Market is open on Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon. Located on Chain Bridge Road in McLean, Virginia, this farmers market is a great place to go to for your fresh produce. Start your day off right with a beverage from Greenheart Juice Shop, at this vendor, you can grab a cold-pressed juice, cashew milk, a cold-brew latte, and healthy snacks to get you through your day. Get fresh fruit from Reid’s Orchard & Winery, and look to vendors like C&A Produce for your vegetables.

Burke Farmers Market

Burke Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Here you will find a diverse selection of vendors to supply you with fresh produce and delicious treats. Get fresh dairy produce from Blue Ridge Dairy Co., fruit from 78 Acres, and vegetables from Glascock’s Produce. If you are in need of something sweet, Baku Delicious has your baked goods.

Reston Farmers Market

Reston Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Here, you can get fresh cut flowers from Bee’s Wing Farm, meat from Honey Brooke Farms, vegetables from Penn Farm, and fruit from Reid’s Orchard & Winery. If you are in need of something sweet, stop by Grace’s Pastries, or Colonial Kettle Corn.

The next time you are craving farm-fresh produce, head over to one of these farmers markets in Fairfax.

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