Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Alexandria, Virginia

Held each November in Old Town Alexandria at John Carlyle Square, Fall-O-Ween features a marketplace with local artisans and crafters, live music, and a beer garden. Kids and pet costume parades with contests anchor the day. Vendors can expect shoppers browsing holiday arts and crafts alongside a Día de los Muertos celebration. Each vendor receives a 10x10 space; categories include arts & crafts, food, dessert, and general vendors.

Held at John Carlyle Square in Old Town Alexandria, Alexandria Oktoberfest draws beer, food, music, and family activities. Craft vendors welcome — note that food vendors are not accepted for this event. 20 vendor spaces available.

Around the World Cultural Food Festival draws international food vendors to Oronoco Bay Park in Alexandria in late August. Part of Chic Events DC's portfolio of seasonal markets and festivals across the DC metro area — a portfolio heavy on craft fairs, art shows, and food festivals running spring through December.

Bites, Beats and Brews in Old Town Alexandria draws food vendors, craft makers, and breweries to John Carlyle Square in downtown Alexandria each August. Part of Chic Events DC's seasonal roster — which spans the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia region with everything from cultural festivals to holiday markets — this event pulls a diverse vendor mix in a high-traffic historic district setting.

One of 10 producer-only markets run by the Fairfax County Park Authority; vendors sell only what they raise or make from scratch, within 125 miles. SNAP accepted, plastic-free, food-scrap composting on site. Full-season 2026 vendor applications have closed; pop-up program applications open July 2026. Apply via Marketspread.

One of 10 producer-only markets run by the Fairfax County Park Authority; vendors sell only what they raise or make from scratch, within 125 miles. SNAP accepted, plastic-free, food-scrap composting on site. Full-season 2026 vendor applications have closed; pop-up program applications open July 2026. Apply via Marketspread.

Annual Chic Events DC Mother's Day weekend art show and spring craft fair at John Carlyle Square. Estimated 2,500 attendees. 10x10 booths, vendors provide own tent (anchored with weights), tables and chairs. 2026 event is SOLD OUT; waitlist via the listed email.

Chic Events DC Christmas market and holiday craft show at John Carlyle Square; SELECTED VENDORS ONLY - must sell holiday-related items such as ornaments, wreaths, home decor, etc. Vendor registration via Chic Events 2026 page.

The oldest farmers' market in the country operating continuously at the same site (since 1753); George Washington sent Mount Vernon produce here. 70+ vendors of produce, prepared foods, meat, cheese, bread, flowers and art. Temporarily relocated to the 100 block of N. Royal Street / Tavern Square during City Hall and Market Square renovations.