The Historic Manassas Farmers Market runs 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at Harris Pavilion and Saturdays on Prince William Street. SNAP accepted, open rain or shine.

Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. Days, hours and rules come from Historic Manassas Inc., which runs the market, and its market FAQ and event calendar.

Manassas has one main farmers market, the Historic Manassas Farmers Market, which runs twice a week downtown from April to late fall, then moves to a Saturday winter market from mid-January to March. It is open rain or shine, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and takes cash, cards and SNAP. Questions: Historic Manassas Inc. (HMI) at the Visitor Center in the train depot, 703-361-6599, or the market manager, sami@historicmanassasinc.org.

What this means for you

  • Thursday market ends for the year on Oct. 29.
  • Saturday market runs through at least Nov. 21; HMI’s calendar also lists Saturday markets into December, so check before you go.
  • Winter market starts Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027.
  • No pets except service animals.

The 2026 schedule

Market Where Days and season Hours
Thursday market Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St. Thursdays, April 9 to Oct. 29, 2026 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday market Prince William Street parking lot, 9024 Prince William St. Saturdays, April 11 to Nov. 21, 2026 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Winter market Water Tower lot by the train depot, 9116 Prince William St. Saturdays, Jan. 16 to March 20, 2027 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

HMI posts a weekly vendor list and a market map on its market information page.

Thursday vs. Saturday

The two markets are not the same:

  • Thursday is producer-only. Every vendor must grow, raise or make what it sells.
  • Saturday is bigger and mixed. Non-producers can sell too, though HMI says most vendors are local small businesses.

HMI books local musicians for each market day, with seating in the picnic area.

Expect produce, local meats and cheeses, baked goods and handmade crafts. Every vendor takes cash; most, but not all, take cards.

SNAP, Virginia Fresh Match and senior vouchers

  • SNAP/EBT: swipe your card at the Market Information booth and get “Train Station” tokens to spend on eligible foods at any vendor that accepts SNAP.
  • Virginia Fresh Match: for every $1 SNAP token, you get a free $1 token for fresh fruits and vegetables (including food-producing seeds and plants), up to $40 per market each week. Details on HMI’s SNAP page.
  • Senior and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program: eligible people 60 and older can get $50 in vouchers for fruits, vegetables and fresh herbs. Apply online through the state’s Healthy Together app or at the market information tent.

For kids

The POP Club (Power of Produce) tent runs 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of each month from May to October. Children 14 and under earn $2 in POP Bucks for joining in, plus $2 more for trying two bites of the featured produce. An adult must come along.

Rules and tips

  • Pets: not allowed, except trained service animals, under Va. Code 3.2-5115. Bring a friend to walk your dog on the sidewalk.
  • Weather: open rain or shine; in thunder, lightning or severe weather HMI posts changes on its website and social media.
  • Parking: the Saturday market takes over a commuter lot, so use other downtown lots or the garage. See our getting around guide.

Selling or volunteering

Vendors apply through HMI’s Get Involved page; drop-in spots are available when space allows. Applications for the 2027 Winter Market are open. Nonprofits can ask for a free information booth through the market manager.

Beyond downtown

For other farm stands and markets across Northern Virginia, the state’s Virginia Grown directory lists them by county. For pick-your-own pumpkins this fall see our fall festivals and pumpkin patches guide; for more to do downtown, things to do in Manassas this month.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Manassas farmers market open?

The Historic Manassas Farmers Market is open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays at the Harris Pavilion through Oct. 29, 2026, and on Saturdays at 9024 Prince William St. through at least Nov. 21, 2026.

Where is the Saturday farmers market in Manassas?

In the Prince William Street parking lot at 9024 Prince William St. in Historic Downtown Manassas. The Thursday market is at the Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St.

Does the Manassas farmers market take SNAP?

Yes. Swipe your EBT card at the market information booth for tokens, and Virginia Fresh Match adds up to $40 a market each week in free tokens for fresh fruits and vegetables.

Is there a winter farmers market in Manassas?

Yes. The Historic Manassas Winter Market runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays from Jan. 16 to March 20, 2027, in the Water Tower lot at 9116 Prince William St.

Can I bring my dog to the Manassas farmers market?

No. Only trained service animals are allowed inside the market, under Virginia food rules. Organizers ask that pets stay leashed on the nearby sidewalk with a friend.