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For local produce and welcoming neighborhood vibes, head to these DC markets near you.
After four seasons as an open-air farmstand, the Mount Vernon Triangle farmers' market was upgraded to a full-fledged market open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. year-round. You can still scope out the fresh field produce you've come to expect and peruse all of the other farm products on-hand, including grass-fed meats, baked goods, jams and jellies, farmstead cheeses, empanadas and much more.
Established to bring healthy and fresh foods to the area, the Trinidad Market also serves as a gathering place for neighbors to connect and collaborate in community events. The market is open on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and located in parking lot of Joseph Cole Community Center. Vendors offer a variety of local items from organic produce to baked goods, eggs and meats.
Located just seven blocks east of the U.S. Capitol, Eastern Market is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. From Tuesday through Sunday, guests can visit South Hall Market, where merchants serve everything from meats and pasta to baked goods. On Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year, local artists (think painters, woodworkers, potters) set up tents for the Flea Market at Eastern Market so you can stroll, taste and shop. Last but not least, the buckwheat pancakes at The Market Lunch must be part of your excursion.
If you’re in the mood for tacos, head to the Columbia Heights Farmers' Market at Civic Plaza on 14th Street and Park Road NW from 10 a.m. (January through March) or 9 a.m. (April through December) until 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Established in 2010, this farmers' market serves fresh produce, cheese, bread, seafood, empanadas … we could go on, but you should check it out for yourself.
No need to make note of specific dates: the Palisades Farmers' Market in Upper Northwest is open on Sundays year-round from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. This community-minded market promotes freshness, nutrition, taste and variety, using farmers and producers from all over the area. Seriously, the list spans from DC proper all the way out to Tappahannock, VA. and Millsboro, DE. The market also hosts Neighbor’s Corner, where local organizations and interest groups can inform you on how to get more involved with communal efforts.
Located at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Capital Harvest on the Plaza is open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesdays from May through October. During your visit, you’ll find plenty of farm-fresh deliciousness and artisanal crafts, as well as recipes and tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Check out the full list of vendors to start planning your haul.
Lovingly known as “BFM” to locals, this Sunday market (9 a.m. – 1 p.m. from May through December) can be found on R Street between 1st Street and Florida Avenue NW. The market strictly abides by a local producer-only policy, and features DC restaurants on-site during certain weekends. You can expect quite the gathering each weekend, and the reasons are obvious: The market serves up a wide variety of cheeses, fruits, eggs, preserves, breads and grass-fed meats.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farmers' Market features more than 30 vendors. Shop for organic produce, fresh cut flowers, homemade breads, and locally made foods near the National Mall on the corner of Independence Avenue and 12th Street on Fridays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (June through September).
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In addition to the Dupont Circle, Mount Vernon Triangle and Columbia Heights FRESHFARM markets, these DC purveyors of sustainable agriculture and delicious, fresh produce, operate many other markets throughout the nation’s capital. On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (May through October), check out the bustling CityCenterDC market or wait until the weekend and check out the Saturday market on H Street NE (open 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. from April through December). Check out the full list of FRESHFARM Markets in DC.
