USDA Farmers Market
Friday, October 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
Corner 12th St. & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250 · Washington, DC
About this event
The USDA Farmers Market is a long-established outdoor market operating since 1995 in the USDA parking lot on the National Mall in downtown Washington, DC. The market features approximately 30 vendors selling fresh seasonal produce, vegetables, dairy, baked goods, cut flowers, prepared foods, and artisanal products. Vendors typically include local farmers, growers, ranchers, and small food businesses from the Mid-Atlantic region, with a preference for producers within 200 miles of DC. The market operates exclusively on Fridays and attracts hundreds of customers weekly, drawing both local office workers, residents, and National Mall visitors. The market accepts SNAP and other federal nutrition assistance programs. Vendors are not charged fees but must commit to supporting USDA's gleaning and food recovery initiatives. The market promotes local and regional food systems and provides direct-to-consumer sales opportunities.
Event details
- Date and time
- Friday, October 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
- Venue
- Corner 12th St. & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250 · Washington, DC
- Category
- Food & drink
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 9, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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