Farmers Markets Near Me

November · Virginia

What's in season at Virginia farmers markets in November

Last outdoor weeks. Thanksgiving markets the busiest of the year. Backed by USDA data on 292 Virginia markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

Virginia signature this month

Apples (Shenandoah Valley)

Virginia is a top-10 apple state; Shenandoah Valley is the heart of it.

Country ham + cured meats

Smithfield + Edwards Virginia hams — country-cured tradition.

Oysters (Chesapeake)

Many markets carry Chesapeake Bay oysters in the R-months.

Peak this November

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

Apples (Shenandoah Valley) Country ham + cured meats Oysters (Chesapeake) sweet potatoes brussels sprouts leeks pears winter squash cranberries

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale cabbage turnips parsnips beets mushrooms

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

pumpkins broccoli cauliflower

From storage

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

apples potatoes onions garlic

← Last month

October in Virginia

Was peak: apples, pumpkins, winter squash, pears…

Next month →

December in Virginia

Coming into peak: leeks, storage apples, winter squash

Where to shop in Virginia

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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.