It’s summer, which means the farmers markets are in full swing. Fairfax County Farmers Markets aim to make healthy food accessible, support local food production and vendors, and protect the environment through the promotion of sustainable farming.

Part of making these things accessible is addressing that buying from smaller vendors can often be more expensive than buying from big-name retailers. That is why select Fairfax County Farmers Markets now offer a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) matching program so members can purchase more for less.

Through this program, SNAP members can charge their EBT card for a chosen amount and receive double that amount in tokens. These tokens can then be used to purchase SNAP-eligible fruits & vegetables from the vendors. With thousands of households enrolled in SNAP in Fairfax County, providing SNAP matching at farmers markets gives thousands of people access to healthy, local products. 

So, whether you’re looking for locally grown fresh produce to go with your grocery store staples, are interested in recipe ideas and cooking demonstrations, or you simply want to get outside, a Fairfax County Farmers Market is a great place to spend your morning.

National Farmers Market week, August 7-13, is an excellent time to check out one (or all!) of the 10 Fairfax County Farmers Markets. Don’t miss the cooking demonstrations, live music and other fun and educational activities. See the schedule of events.

From April to December, you can find locally grown, raised, and made products at Fairfax County Farmers Markets. The Fairfax County Park Authority hosts 10 farmers markets, each with its own set of approved vendors, some of whom have been selling at these markets for over 2 decades.

Find the market schedule, information about SNAP matching, vendors, how you can be involved, and more on the Fairfax County Farmers Markets webpage.