Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

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Events & Music at Market

Nourish Your Neighbor: A Fresh Food Drive

Donate fresh produce to neighbors in need! Purchase extra produce at one of the FCPA Farmers Markets and drop it off at the Market Information tent. Donations then go to local food pantries for distribution. Only market-bought fresh produce and is accepted. The program will be held on the last market day of the month at all Fairfax County Park Authority Markets. The next donation week will be Friday, July 25 - Thursday, July 31, 2025.


Join Us for Plastic Free July!

This global, month-long initiative encourages everyone to reduce plastic use and choose reusable alternatives. Here in Fairfax County, we’re challenging residents to make simple swaps—starting at the Farmers Markets!

All 10 of our market locations are now plastic bag-free, but we’re not completely single-use bag-free...yet. Help us reach our goal by bringing your own shopping bags and reusable produce bags each time you visit.

Stop by the Market Information tent to pick up a free reusable bag and a “No Thanks, I Don’t Need a Bag” pin to show off your sustainable style!

Take the Plastic Free July Pledge

Music at Market

The Fairfax County Park Authority Farmers Markets are seeking musicians to perform at the farmers markets from April to December. Music helps create a fun and relaxing atmosphere at the market for customers, vendors, and volunteers. Musicians and groups are welcome to apply to perform at the Fairfax County Park Authority Farmers Markets.

Interested musicians should review the Guidelines and Apply Below

  • The Fairfax County Park Authority operates 10 markets throughout Fairfax County, Va.
  • Musicians are welcome to apply to perform at any of the 10 markets noted on the Fairfax County Farmers Markets website 
  • Scheduling will be based on the needs of each market and musicians are not guaranteed a performance at the Fairfax County Farmers Markets.
  • Musicians under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or representative over 21 for the duration of their performance. The performer must provide their own equipment, such as sound systems, power source,tent, chair, table, etc., and their own technical support. Battery powered amplified music is welcomed, as no electricity is available onsite.
  • Farmers Markets are held rain or shine. Cancellation by the performer must be made at least one week prior to the event
  • The performer is responsible for securing all required licensing rights permitting the use of copyrighted materials prior to performance.
  • Musicians that are invited by Farmers Market Staff to play inside the farmers market are permitted to collect tips and donations but are not permitted to sell CDs, merchandise, or other items.
  • Approval to perform in the farmers market requires written approval from Farmers Market staff through a Signed Agreement that states musicians will provide a family-friendly experience to engage the farmers market community.
  • Bands or groups performing in the market must be within the boundaries of a 10’ x 10’ space.

  • Smoking and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited at the Farmers Market site.
  • Performers are permitted a 10’x10’ space, and the location in the market is at the discretion of the market manager.
  • Tents are permitted, but not supplied by the farmers market. Any tent, canopy, or umbrella used at the market must be weighted down at all times from the moment it is erected until it is taken down with a minimum of 25 lbs. per leg. If tents, canopies, or umbrellas are not adequately secured, we will require the performer to to take them down and perform without them.
  • The Farmers Market Manager maintains control of announcements and performance volume levels. All public announcements made at the farmers market site must be preapproved by the Park Authority, and lyrics must be appropriate for the famers market environment. Use of profanity, adult themes or otherwise disruptive behavior that effects market operations will be cause for expulsion from the market and will subject the performer to forfeit future scheduled performances.

  • All performers must apply through Marketspread.
    • Upon creation of a vendor profile, choose vendor type Entertainment.
    • Watch how to create your Marketspread Profile as an Entertainer.
  • Completed applications do not guarantee selection as a selected official performer.
  • Accepted applicants will be notified within seven business days. 
  • Accepted performers can select preferred markets to perform at.

 
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