Farmers Markets Near Me

October · District of Columbia

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

Fall harvest peak. Apple cider, hard cider, and pumpkins everywhere. 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 October

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

Chesapeake oysters apples pumpkins winter squash pears sweet potatoes brussels sprouts cabbage

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale leeks broccoli cauliflower turnips beets late tomatoes concord grapes cranberries (NJ)

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

← Last month

September in District of Columbia

Was peak: tomatoes, apples, pears, peppers…

Next month →

November in District of Columbia

Coming into peak: sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, leeks, apples…

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.