'Bite Into Fresh' at Government Center's Farmers' Market

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The farmers’ market at the Fairfax County Government Center will open at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 7, and run until 7 p.m. The market will operate at those hours every Thursday through Oct. 29.

At 4:30 p.m., Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova, Park Authority Board Member Tony Vellucci and Park Authority Director Kirk Kincannon will kick off the market season with brief remarks, followed by a “bite into fresh” and delicious fruit!

The ceremony will take place in the parking lot at the Government Center’s farmers’ market at 12000 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax. For directions and a list of vendors, click here.

Fairfax County has 11 markets offering locally grown, fresh from the fields produce and products. There’s nothing like the taste of a fresh tomato or a juicy peach to bring out the flavor of summer. From May to November, Fairfax County’s farmers markets come to life with a feast for the senses. The vibrant colors of freshly picked fruits and vegetables contrast with the fragrant perfume of cut flowers. The aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries floats across the market while patrons savor samples of creamy artisan cheese. You will also find fresh eggs, meats and other edible delights along with gardening plants of all sizes.

All products sold are produced by vendors within 125 miles of Fairfax County, and brokers or resellers are strictly prohibited. So you can be assured that the produce you purchase at Park Authority Farmers Markets is fresh, locally-grown and consistently good.

The Farmers Markets are supervised by the Fairfax County Park Authority through the Community Horticulture office based at Green Spring Gardens. The daily operations of the markets are managed by volunteer Market Masters.

Visit your neighborhood market here or contact the Park Authority Public Information Office at 703-324-8662.