The 17th Street Market property is owned, operated, and managed as a public venue by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities. As one of the oldest public markets in America, and possibly Virginia’s longest continuously operating Farmers Market, the 17th Street Market has been a center for commerce and connection for more than 275 years.
The market venue hosts festivals, music, art, vendors, and other programming.
17th Street Market embodies Shockoe Bottom’s vibrant character and serves as a neighborhood resource. At the recently renovated market, the Richmond community will find a renewed space that remains connected to its long and rich history.
You must be cognizant that the name derives from the abominable but very Virginia history in Shockhoe Bottom's MARKET FOR HUMAN BEING SLAVE LABOR all the way to 1865 Emancipation; a moving 'must-do but not so comfortable' outdoor inner-core walking mall, now. . .
May 2026
Cute with the string lights at night. It's nice that there are regular events, but wish there were more.
May 2026
Wish It was more venders that had fruits and vegetables
