It's farmers market season, Richmond! Find out where to find the freshest produce and the best food trucks near you.
RVA Big Market
RVA Big Market, 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Bryan Park, 4308 Hermitage Road. https://www.growrva.com/rvabigmkt.
The RVA Big Market takes over Bryan Park with a wide variety of produce, prepared foods, craft makers and more. You'll also find coffees, breakfast sandwiches, foods from diverse cultures and baked goods. One of the area’s largest markets, it's a perfect place to see all of the treats the Richmond area has to offer.
Lakeside Farmers Market
Lakeside Farmers’ Market, 6110 Lakeside Ave., 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, http://www.lakesidefarmersmarket.net.
At Lakeside Farmers Market you’ll find covered vendors and an indoor shopping area with lots of candles, scrubs and other handmade items, it’s also a great stop if you need a homemade gift.Â
Pop-Up RVA
Pop-Up RVA, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Every Saturday from April to October, The Diamond, 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. https://popupmarketrva.com/.
Pop-Up RVA is back for their 4th year with produce, art, wood working, beauty supplies and of course, the margarita bar. Taste one (or more) of over 30 different flavors they have to offer. Pop Up RVA hosts a revolving roster of 50-70 local vendors that changes weekly so you're sure to see something new. Food trucks offer everything from tacos to BBQ. Plus live entertainment from DJ's and bands.
Birdhouse Market
Birdhouse Farmers Market, 1507 Grayland Ave., Tuesdays 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. May though November, https://birdhousefarmersmarket.org.
The Birdhouse Market offers an online pre-ordering system that allows you to reserve your produce, baked goods and prepared foods ahead, but you can also show up and shop in person. The market also offers music, activities for kids and a community garden next door.
Carytown Farmers Market
Carytown Farmers Market, City Stadium, 3201 Maple Ave., Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 5 to Oct. 27, https://www.carytownmarket.com/.
Carytown Farmers Market has ample parking and a relaxed vibe with a four-hour shopping window. Stop by on the last Sunday of each month for an open bluegrass jam while you browse.
Farmers Market @ St. Stephen’s
Farmers Market @ St. Stephen’s, 6000 Grove Ave., 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, https://www.ststephensrva.org/community/farmers-market/.
If you're looking for an early morning market, the Farmers Market @ St. Stephen’s is for you, starting at 8 a.m. on Saturdays May through September. Each week you can find locally produced seasonal vegetables, fruit, eggs, poultry, beef, flowers, bread, and other foods. The market also features local artisans offering jewelry, clothing, crafts jewelry and much more.Â
South of the James
South of the James Market, Forest Hill Park, 4021 Forest Hill Ave., Sundays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. year round. https://www.growrva.com/sojmarket.
Head to South of the James if you like sleeping in on Sundays. Browse a solid selection of produce, handmade gift items, food and even listen to music while you shop.Â
West End Farmers Market
West End Farmers Market, Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon year round. https://www.westendfarmersmarket.com/.
West End Farmers Market is Black-owned, as well family-owned and operated. The market was established in 2009 to bring local farms and the community together for a true "farm to family" experience. Tucked behind Discovery United Methodist Church, the West End Farmers Market showcases a range of meat, produce, bath and body products, and baked goods in an easy loop for streamlined shopping.
Latino Farmers Market
Latino Farmers Market, Rockwood Park, 3401 Courthouse Road, Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon from now through Nov. 2.
The Latino Farmers Market features a mix of vendors selling food and other goods such as the My Empanada food truck, Mexican street food from TBT El Gallo, fresh produce from family-owned farm Norma’s Produce in Colonial Beach and many more.
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