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1. Where and when is the Farmers Market?

For navigation purposes, use this address:
209 Washington Avenue
La Plata, MD 20646

Under normal circumstances, the La Plata Farmers Market seasons runs from the first Saturday of April through the Saturday immediately following Thanksgiving, on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The 2023 Season will run April 1 to November 25. When open, the Market is located behind the Charles County Courthouse in the parking lot on the north side of Talbot Street on Wednesdays and in the parking lot on the south side of Talbot Street on Saturdays. Current operating hours are 9 am to 2 pm on both days, weather permitting; this may change with ongoing conditions.

2. What is sold at the Market?

The Farmers Market vendors sells a wide variety of goods, from fresh fruits, vegetables, and home-baked goods, to jams, jellies, pickled vegetables, local spirits, and home-made crafts and bath and body products. The market also features food trucks with a variety of ready-to-eat food, drinks, and snacks.

3. How can I apply to be a vendor at the Market?

If you are interested in becoming a vendor in the La Plata Farmers Market:

1. Do your homework!
   • Does your product require permits or licensing?
   • Does your process meet Health Department requirements?
   • What kind of packaging and labeling is required?
   • Just because you can make your product in your home kitchen, it doesn't mean you can sell it to the public. If you have any questions, contact the Charles County Department of Health, Environmental Health Services.
2. Read the Market rules thoroughly, especially the parts relevant to your product.
   • Does your product meet our Market's product guidelines?
   • Can you safely store your product under a tent on a parking lot for an extended period?
   • Can you meet the logistical and time commitments?
   • Can you conduct your business in compliance with COVID-19 requirements?
3. Visit the Market and talk with the Market Manager to see if your product meets the Market guidelines, and if there is availability on the date you'd like to come to market.
4. Submit your Vendor Permit application (PDF) at least one week prior to the day you want to attend. You must submit or email it directly to the Market Manager.
5. Your Vendor Permit application must be approved by the Market Committee and the Town of La Plata Planning Department
6. Once approved, you'll get an email notification from Market Manager.
7. Pay fees directly to Market Manager
   • Cash
   • Check or money order made out to "Town of La Plata"

4. Are pets allowed at the Market?

No. In accordance with Chapter 98 of the Code of the Town of La Plata, no live animals or pets are allowed in the Market. Service animals are welcome; however, owners of service animals are liable for damages caused by their service animal. If a service animal poses a hazard to market vendors, their products, or anyone else at the Market, the owner will be asked to remove such animals from the Market.

5. How can I learn more about the Market?

If you're looking for more information about the La Plata Farmers Market, email Kelly Phipps, the Market Manager. You can also visit our Facebook page or our website, or follow us on Instagram.

We look forward to seeing you at the Market!