Alexandria Farmer's Market
Address: 301 King Street, City Hall Alexandria, VA 22314
Season / Hours: Saturdays year-round, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Local context: 59 other markets within 25 miles, 10 in Alexandria, 336 across Virginia. About 4% of Virginia markets accept SNAP/EBT.
In Alexandria, Virginia, Alexandria Farmer's Market operates as a local farmers market at 301 KING ST. Operating season: Saturdays year-round, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Listing details come from the USDA Local Food Portal.
How this market compares
- Operates year-round — among the roughly 7% of Virginia markets open all year, not just for the summer season.
Benchmarks computed from USDA Local Food Portal listings across Virginia.
About this market
The Old Town Farmers' Market in Alexandria is the oldest farmers' market in the country held continuously at the same site, dating to when George Washington sent produce from Mount Vernon. During peak season more than 70 vendors offer local produce, prepared foods, meats, dairy, baked goods, flowers, and art.
Markets near this one
The closest other markets are Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market (2.9 miles away), Fairlington Farmers Market in Arlington (3.1 miles away) and West End Farmers Market (3.8 miles away). Distances are straight-line from the listed addresses, so allow for road routing.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Alexandria Farmer's Market open?
- Alexandria Farmer's Market's listed season is Saturdays year-round, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.. It operates year-round. Hours can change week to week, so confirm the current schedule with the market before you go — the vendors know what's running that day.
- Are there other farmers markets near Alexandria Farmer's Market?
- Yes — there are 59 other farmers markets within 25 miles of Alexandria Farmer's Market, the closest being King Street Station Farmers' Market about 1 miles away. Alexandria, Virginia is part of a Virginia network of 336 listed markets.
Visitor reviews
No reviews yet. Been to Alexandria Farmer's Market? Be the first to share what it's like.
Write a review
Location
Contact & links
- Phone:
- 703-746-4311
- Email:
- AlexPHEM@vdh.virginia.gov
- Facebook:
- Facebook page
Other markets in Alexandria
Fairfax County Farmers Markets
Alexandria, VA 22312
Open: Seasonal, generally April through November; most markets run 8am-noon on weekdays or Saturdays, with some afternoon markets (2pm-6pm or 3pm-7pm). Days and dates vary by location.
Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market
Alexandria, VA 22305
Open: Sundays, 9am-1pm; soft open mid-March, full market mid-April through early December.
King Street Station Farmers' Market
Alexandria, VA 22314
Kingstowne Farmers Market
Alexandria, VA 22315
McCutcheon/Mount Vernon Farmers' Market
Alexandria, VA 22306
Smart Markets Huntington
Alexandria, VA 22003
Other farmers markets nearby
King Street Station Farmers' Market
Alexandria, VA 22314
Del Ray Farmers' Market
Alexandria, VA 22301
Smart Markets Huntington
Alexandria, VA 22003
Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market
Alexandria, VA 22305
Open: Sundays, 9am-1pm; soft open mid-March, full market mid-April through early December.
Fairlington Farmers Market
Arlington, VA 22206
Open: Sundays, 9am-1pm, May through November.
→ All farmers markets in Virginia · What's in season in Virginia
⚠ This listing reflects USDA data from 2023. Hours, vendors, and acceptance details may have changed — verify directly with the market before visiting.
Data freshness: Sourced from the USDA Local Food Portal (USDA record dated 2023); directory entry last reviewed August 28, 2026.
Spotted an error or know more about Alexandria Farmer's Market? Suggest a correction — we review every submission.