Farmers Markets Near Me

December · District of Columbia

What's in season at District of Columbia farmers markets in December

Indoor / holiday markets only. Pasture-raised meats, dairy, eggs become the draw. Backed by USDA data on 74 District of Columbia markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

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District of Columbia signature this month

Chesapeake oysters

DC markets pull oysters from the Bay during the R-months.

Peak this December

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Chesapeake oysters leeks storage apples winter squash

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale cabbage sweet potatoes beets carrots parsnips

◯ From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

← Last month

November in District of Columbia

Was peak: sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, leeks, apples…

Next month →

January in District of Columbia

Coming into peak: storage onions, potatoes, winter squash

Where to shop in District of Columbia

Top District of Columbia farmers markets

Adams Morgan Farmers Market

Washington · 20009
5.0 (6)

Historic Brookland Farmers Market

Washington · 20017
5.0 (1)

Capital Harvest Farmers' Market

Washington · 20229
4.9 (10)

Broad Branch (Chevy Chase) Farmers' Market

Washington · 20015
4.8 (4)

Brookland Farmers' Market

Washington · 20017
4.8 (97)

Chevy Chase Farmers Market

Washington · 20015
4.8 (4)

FRESHFARM Monroe Street

Washington · 20017
4.8 (97)

Historic Brookland Farmers Market - Tuesday

Washington · 20017
4.8 (97)
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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.