Friday, 24 March, 2023
When you’re looking for healthy food and crisp veggies, nothing says delicious like local produce grown by community members. The local farmers market is a great place to score some healthy ingredients for your next meal while supporting the local economy. Here you get to mingle with community members, learn about their businesses, build relationships, and gain an appreciation for the farm-to-table meal.
Our team at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai has done all the research for you to find the best farmers markets in the area. Read on for our list of the top five farmers markets to visit in and around Springfield, Virginia.
Kingstowne Farmers Market
The market at Kingstowne Center is one of several high-quality farmers markets in the area and has a variety of local vendors. This is a great opportunity to support local business owners while scoring some exceptional produce for you and your family. Some of the vendors who will be selling their goods this year include:
- Colonial Kettle Corn.
- Fig and Honey Bread Co..
- Great Harvest Bread Company.
- Hill Crest Farm.
- Ana’s Twist.
- Layla’s Lebanese Restaurant.
- Rock Hill Honey Bee Farms.
- Sip Coffee Inc.
- Smiths of Mecklenburg, LLC.
So, before you get started celebrating the weekend, swing by the market in the Giant parking lot, grab ingredients for the weekend’s meals, and get ready for some of the freshest flavors you’ve ever had.
- Location: 5870 Kingstowne Center, Alexandria.
- Hours: 3 to 7 p.m., Friday from May 5 to October 27, 2023.
Wakefield Farmers Market
The Wakefield Farmers Market is an ideal spot to visit midweek when you need a little fresh air and groceries. This outdoor market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, local honey, and baked bread. You’ll also likely find expertly cut pasture-raised meat and a freshly cut bouquet that makes a perfect dinner table centerpiece.
Located at the Audrey Moore Rec Center, the market is also a great reason to stop in and catch a local team playing your favorite sport, grab a quick workout, or swim in the Olympic-size heated indoor pool. Just be warned that the market doesn’t allow pets for health and safety reasons.
- Location: Wakefield Park, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale.
- Hours: 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, from May 3 to October 25, 2023.
Springfield Farmers Market
The Springfield Farmers Market is located in Springfield Town Center, near JCPenney. Swing by the market to scoop up some of the items on your grocery list, grab a bite to eat from a local vendor, and enjoy socializing with local community members. Treat yourself to a fresh treat from Conecopia Gelato before heading home with your grocery haul. The family-owned and operated Italian ice cream stand proudly offers made-from-scratch gelato created using the same process as Italian artisans. The flavors are seasonal, so you’ll have the perfect treat for each time of year.
Consider signing up for the FRESHFARM Spring Market Share. This program offers a selection of the best fruits and vegetables every week. The subscription service is flexible and convenient. It’s also a phenomenal way to show your support for local farmers while getting the best there is to offer for your family. If you’re interested in farm-to-table meals, this simplifies your weekly shopping experience. Just pick up your order at the Foggy Bottom, Arlington, or Columbia Heights Markets. You can also opt for home delivery when you sign up.
- Location: 6699 Spring Mall Drive, Springfield.
- Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, from May 7 to November 19, 2023.
Lorton Farmers Market
Lorton Farmers Market offers the best fruits and vegetables, freshly picked flowers, and baked goods. However, you’ll also find high-quality local honey, cider, and dairy products ranging from farm-picked eggs to milk and small-batch cheeses. Only open on Sundays, this market is a great way to close out your weekend while also preparing for the week ahead.
Mingle with neighbors, then take home some treats from House of Empanadas. This family-owned and operated small business handcrafts delicious Mexican pastries for your enjoyment. Chef Gabriel, a former construction worker, uses the same authentic recipe his grandmother used to create the tiny pockets of sweet goodness. Because the empanadas sell quickly, you can also order online or enquire about ordering a batch for your next family party or work event by filling out this form.
- Location: 8994 Potomac Bend, Lorton.
- Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays from May 7 to November 19, 2023.
Annandale Farmer’s Market
Right in the heart of downtown Annandale, at the Annandale City Hall Square, you’ll find one of the trendiest markets in the area. The Annandale Farmers Market is a good-for-you stop where you can enjoy healthy food, support the local agricultural community, learn about your neighbors, and buy fresh maple syrup. Some of the local vendors you can expect to see here are:
- 78 Acres.
- BOSO Foods.
- Hog Haven Farm.
- Metropolitan Bakery.
- J and W Valley View Farm.
- The Travelling Shepherd Coffee Company.
- Sharkawi Farm.
- Twin Springs Fruit Farm Inc.
If you have children, this fast-growing market is extremely family-friendly and an exceptional place to teach the kids about the farming community and healthy eating habits.
- Location: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale.
- Hours: 8 a.m. to noon on Thursdays from May 4 to November 2, 2023.
So, there you have it. Koons Woodbridge Hyundai has enjoyed sharing our list of the top five farmers markets to visit in and around Springfield, Virginia. Take a stroll through any of these markets and taste some of the freshest fruits and vegetables you can find in Springfield. Chances are you’ll find some great dinner ingredients and fine products made by local artisans.
What do you think of our list? Did we miss your favorite market to shop for quality and crisp produce? If we did, please let us know. Leave us a message sharing your ideas, and we’ll be happy to check out your suggestion.
Farmers Market by Sheila Sund is licensed with CC BY 2.0
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