OLNEY FARMERS AND ARTISTS WINTER MARKET FEBRUARY 15, 2026

ARMER WEATHER, ICE-FREE WALKWAYS, AND MORE VENDORS… THAT’S WHAT WE’RE EXPECTING THIS SUNDAY.  OUR HOURS ARE 9 TO 1 YEAR-ROUND.  PICK UP A DELICIOUS BREAKFAST OR LUNCH AND SOME SEASONAL PRODUCE! THEN ENJOY THE DAY!

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?   BBQ, brisket chili, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry, Danish, croissants, homemade bread, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, cornbread, eggs, sausage, peanut butter, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, ground beef, poultry, butter, local mushrooms, apples, hot chocolate, hot cider, local honey, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, Greek olive oil, balsamic vinegar, olives, tacos, fajitas, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants, and more…

TAKING A BREAK:  STUFFED POTATOES, TOO SWEET KETTLE CORN, LAVENDER ROSE BOUTIQUES, SHARPER THAN EVER

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley

MANAGERS ON CALL:  Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager)

CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Tee Cee's Boutique 
W Shawl Studio 
Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing 
A little pottery 


WELCOME NEW SPRING VENDORS!    Green Plate Co (plant-based, including falafel) and True Standard Distilling Company (woman-owned), Dumpling 88 (dim sum and all things dumplings).

SPRINGTIME EVENTS:  The Market will host it first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th.  This is in conjunction with Olney Days.  Plans are in the works for potato sack races and cooking competitions for vendors and the community.  The event will be emceed by the one and only James Riciutti.

Other events include a Strawberry Tasting and chef’s demo, a Peach Festival, a Pie Competition and 2 Kids in Biz days.  Our live music starts Mother’s Day.  
MAY 10TH:  GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING SEASON.  Snap up one of our Red Envelopes at the Info booth before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.    Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day. Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift. Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.

ATTENTION VENDORS:  Get your application in now, if you’re interested in being a vendor for Spring/summer.   Applications are now online at olneyfarmersmarket.com  Don’t delay.  We already have a waiting list in several categories. 

VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP.   Come to the Info booth and ask for Chris or Brooks this Sunday for information.
FOOD SCRAPS:   As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market. You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)                                   

                     
STAY SAFE AND STAY WARM!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent. 

THANK YOU!!
 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
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In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.

 NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.

Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.