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Held each Saturday morning year-round, the Old Town Farmers' Market is an event that has been held at the Market Square plaza for over 260 years.

In fact, Old Town Farmers' Market is the oldest farmers' market in the country which has been held continuously at the same site. George Washington sent his produce from Mount Vernon to be sold at the Farmers' Market.

Today, the market offers residents of and visitors to Alexandria a way to reconnect to the past, while participating in an ongoing local and national tradition. During the peak season, there are more than 70 vendors offering fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, cheeses, breads, pastries, fresh pasta, pickled vegetables, cut flowers, potted plants, soaps, fabric art, and paintings. 

The Del Ray Farmers' Market is producer grown, with fresh vegetables and fruits in season. All year round, this market offers meats, eggs, fresh pasta and sauces, Amish cheese, yogurt, bakery goods, eggs, jams and jellies, fancy nuts, and bakery goods.

For more information about the market and vendors, visit this link.

Southern Towers Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fresh produce and select specialty items--Amish butter, apple cider, etc. at discounted prices. 

Additionally, the owners and staff at the market are friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about the goods that they sell. 

Overall, the market is an ideal place to purchase all produce, and its pleasant vibe, flexible hours, and incredible prices make it preferable to the grocery store.