Your Guide to a Mid-Atlantic Holiday

Local Thanksgiving

From the turkey at the center of the table to the vegetables, baked goods, and seasonal treats alongside it, the Mid-Atlantic region has plenty to offer for a delicious, locally sourced Thanksgiving.

Shopping local is a chance to bring fresh, seasonal ingredients to your holiday table while supporting the farmers, bakers, and food producers who make our regional food system possible. Whether you’re planning your entire Thanksgiving menu around local ingredients or looking to incorporate a few more Mid-Atlantic favorites, we’re here to help you get started.

We’re gathering Thanksgiving preorder directions, holiday specials, seasonal shopping inspiration, and recipes from the FRESHFARM community in one place. This page will be updated regularly as Thanksgiving approaches, so check back for new offerings and information to help you prepare for the holiday!

What's in season for Thanksgiving in the Mid-Atlantic?

You might be surprised by just how much locally grown goodness is available this time of year! From root vegetables and winter squash to apples, greens, and other seasonal favorites, there’s no shortage of ingredients to build a Thanksgiving menu around.

Use our local Thanksgiving shopping list to see what’s in season and look for these ingredients at your neighborhood farmers market or farm stand.

DOWNLOAD YOUR LOCAL THANKSGIVING SHOPPING LIST

SEASONAL RECIPES

Check out these Thanksgiving recipes that are seasonal ingredient forward or check out our full recipe library.