Alert:
The Fairfax County Park Authority operates 10 farmers markets across Fairfax County, Va. Our farmers market program strives to increase access to local food, improve the health of Fairfax citizens, support local food producers and protect the environment. Join us and become a vendor in our markets!
Do you qualify?
The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Farmers Markets are gearing up for the 2026 season, and we’re excited to announce that vendor applications are now open! Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, we welcome vendors of all types who share our vision for sustainability and community engagement. Applications will close on February 6th at 5 pm.
For more information about the application guidelines, please see our Vendor Resources.
Effective January 1, 2026, Fairfax County will begin levying a tax on the purchase of all prepared food and beverages sold as a meal. The Food and Beverage Tax is 4% of the total cost of food and beverages sold by restaurants, caterers, or other designated establishments defined as a restaurant in the Code of Virginia § 35.1-1 and includes vendors at farmers markets selling ready-to-eat prepared and/or hot food. For more information, please see our 2026 Vendor Handbook & Additional Resources.