Vendor Events in Chilhowie, VA

Held weekly on Thursday afternoons at Warrior Park along East Lee Highway in Chilhowie, this farmers market runs from mid-April through late October, making it a seasonal staple for the Smyth County community. The market operates from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, a timing that works well for both vendors and shoppers who want to pick up fresh ingredients as the week wraps up. Located between Chestnut and Pine Avenues, the market serves as a convenient gathering spot for local producers and home-based food entrepreneurs to sell directly to residents. As a farmers market, this event focuses on fresh, locally-sourced food and produce rather than crafts or general merchandise. Vendors typically include small-scale farmers selling seasonal vegetables, beekeepers with honey and bee products, bakers offering fresh breads and baked goods, and producers of jams, preserves, and other value-added items. You'll also find vendors selling farm-fresh eggs, local meat, and other food staples. Many vendors work with organic practices, and the market welcomes producers who grow or make their products locally. The spring through fall season means inventory shifts with the growing season, so spring offerings differ from summer selections, which differ again from fall harvests. The market accepts SNAP and EBT benefits through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, making fresh local food accessible to a broader range of shoppers. This commitment to food access attracts a mix of customers including families looking for quality produce, seniors on fixed incomes, and people seeking alternatives to grocery store shopping. If you're considering becoming a vendor here, the Thursday evening timing and established customer base of repeat shoppers makes this a reliable weekly opportunity throughout the growing season. The focus on food and produce means this market is ideal for farmers, bakers, beekeepers, and other food producers based in or near Smyth County.