There’s something so idyllic about waking up on a summer morning at Sugar Tree Inn, enjoying a homemade breakfast you didn’t have to cook, and then heading out to explore a local farmers market in the Shenandoah Valley. Fortunately, our mountain bed and breakfast near the Blue Ridge Parkway is close to five charming farmers markets to peruse—some open year-round and others on select weekdays and weekends. Whether you’re planning a weekday escape in the Blue Ridge Mountains or a weekend getaway near Lexington, VA, you’ll have the opportunity to browse fresh produce, baked goods, local crafts, and more!
Staunton Farmers Market:
Running from April to the last weekend before Thanksgiving, you can catch the Staunton Farmers 
Market every Saturday. In the spring and summer, hours are 7am-12pm noon, and in the fall, 8am-12pm noon. Here, you can pick up a variety of fruits, vegetables, breads and baked goods, flowers, cheese, artisan crafts, among many, many more. In addition, each week has live music to listen to while you browse!
Hours: April to September, every Saturday 7am-12pm (noon); October to November every Saturday 8am-12pm (noon)
Address: At the Wharf Parking Lot on Johnson Street in Downtown Staunton, Virginia. Nearest address to plug into maps would be 2 W Johnson Street, Staunton, VA, 24401
Website: https://stauntonfarmersmarket.org/
Waynesboro Farmers Market:
Set in the beautiful Constitution Park that sits next to the South River, you can find the
Waynesboro Farmers Market. Pick up your fruits, veggies, baked goods and sweets, frozen meat, cheese, prepared hot food and coffee, and lots of crafts including pottery, cards, magnets, and woven baskets. Plus, the market has weekly live music, so you can make a whole morning of your trip here.
Hours: May to October, every Saturday 9am-1pm
Address: Constitution Park, 101 Short St, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Website: https://www.facebook.com/WboroFM/
Lexington Farmers Market:
This famers market is an outdoor, year-long market, meaning every Wednesday 
youhave the opportunity to pick up some local goods. Walk around the different stands and grab some local honey, eggs, coffee beans, produce, baked goods, and crafts from local artists selling pottery, wood-based crafts, candles, jewelry, and aromatherapy.
Hours: December to April, every Wednesday 10am-12:30pm; April to December, every Wednesday 8am-12:30pm
Address: In the large lot on N. Jefferson Street in downtown, Jefferson Street, Lexington, VA, 24450
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LexVAFM/
Buena Vista Farmers Market:
This nearly year-round farmers market in Buena Vista is only 30 minutes from us. From
April to December, every Thursday from 3pm-6pm you can find produce, sauces, honey, crafts, baked goods, and eggs. Winter hours are slightly different, with February to March operating every Saturday 8am-12pm and indoors at Asunder Coffee Roasters.
ours: April to December, every Thursday 3pm-6pm
Address: Camden Field - corner of 10th & Magnolia Ave, Buena Vista, VA, 24416
Website: https://www.facebook.com/bv.va.farmersmarket/
Nelson Farmers Market Cooperative
Rain or shine, this outdoor farmers market in Nellysford has a host of vendors selling
things from fresh produce, baked goods, coffee beans, dried pasta, flowers, and artisan crafts including aromatherapy, soaps, pottery, jewelry and candles, just to name a few. This market also has live music weekly from local artists.
Hours: May—October, every Saturday from 8am-12pm (noon)
Address: 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Virginia 22958
Website: https://www.nelsonfarmersmarketcooperative.com
No matter which farmers market you decide to check out, you won’t be disappointed by our local farmers and artists in the Shenandoah Valley or near the Blue Ridge Parkway. Each of these markets are within an hour or less drive from us, meaning it is the perfect late morning/afternoon activity in the nearby area. With year-round and seasonal options close to Sugar Tree Inn, it’s easy to plan a day exploring farmers markets near Lexington, Staunton, Buena Vista, and beyond; you will be covered on your farmers market fix!
Sugar Tree Inn is the ideal home base for your Blue Ridge adventure. Our mountain bed and breakfast offers a peaceful, low-tech escape nestled right off the Blue Ridge Parkway near milepost 27. Wake up to the sounds of nature, savor a hearty homemade breakfast, and then set off to explore nearby farmers markets, scenic drives, or hiking trails. Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend, a girlfriends' getaway, or a restful solo retreat, you’ll enjoy warm hospitality, delicious dinners by Chef Gerry, and cozy accommodations with rustic charm. Come disconnect to reconnect at Sugar Tree Inn—your Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountain getaway.
Published on July 1, 2025
