Hey gang, Matt here! We’re back with another feature in our special series where we take you behind the scenes of some of the events happening in our local communities. You may remember our conversation in June with the folks at Chantilly’s nZone Artisan Market, and our chat with the team at Taste of Vienna in April.

If you enjoyed our popular Farmers Market Guide this spring, then our latest Q&A is right up your alley.

Today, we continue that series as we chit-chat with the team behind the Tysons Mixed Market. It’s a unique market, which brings together nearly 30 local vendors and artisans, small businesses, and more community-focused features all tucked in the middle of Fairfax County’s economic powerhouse that is Tysons. The market is hosted together by The Boro Tysons and the Tysons Community Alliance.

We recently spoke with Caroline Turner, Marketing Manager at The Boro, who pulled back the curtain to reveal a little more about what we can expect at this year’s market ahead of their season opening event on September 4.

Let’s go Out & About in Tysons!

Cheers,
Matt

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A preview of the Tysons Mixed Market

• Out & About Fairfax: “Thanks for chatting with us! Tell us a little bit about the Tysons Mixed Market.”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “This is our third year co-hosting the Tysons Mixed Market with Tysons Community Alliance. This multi-week event is all about celebrating our neighborhood’s creative spirit and brings together local makers, artisans, designers and specialty food vendors on Thursday evenings in September. The dates are September 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 p.m.”
  
  

• Out & About Fairfax: “What makes this market unique, and how is it different from a traditional farmers market?”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “The Tysons Mixed Market is a vibrant celebration of local creativity, culture, and community. This curated marketplace will feature a diverse mix of artisans, makers, vintage collectors, food vendors, and small businesses, all coming together to showcase the best of Tysons. The market will also feature live music and entertainment and lots of giveaways!”

• Out & About Fairfax: “I noticed the market takes place right around dinner time. What are some of the food options shoppers can expect to see, as well?”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “Shoppers can look forward to a delicious mix of food and drink options at the market. From refreshing smoothies and juices to craft beer and wine, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Guests can indulge in sweet treats from local vendors, sip on freshly roasted coffee, and explore many more tasty offerings. And with a wide range of fast casual and sit-down restaurants just steps away within The Boro, visitors have plenty of ways to enjoy dinner before or after the market.”

• Out & About Fairfax: “Tysons is known as a home for some of the world's biggest brands and businesses. How important is it to you to host this market for some of our area's small, local businesses?”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “The Tysons Mixed Market is all about celebrating the creativity, culture, and community that make our area unique. Hosting this market is important to us because it provides a platform for small, local businesses to shine. We’re proud to support and showcase our talented local entrepreneurs.”

• Out & About Fairfax: “For those who aren't familiar with The Boro, what can they expect when they stop by for the Tysons Mixed Market?”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “The Boro is Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia.  We’re an energetic live-work-play community with convenient transit options, engaging experiential retail, delicious food & beverage options and lots of neighborhood-serving retail.  Throughout the year, we host several fun, free and family-friendly events.  Next up is our Back to School Boro Bash on Saturday, September 6 from 6:30-9:30 p.m.  We’ll be screening Monsters University under the stars along with a popcorn bar, notebook decorating, glitter tattoos and more – all for free!”
  

  
  

• Out & About Fairfax: “Are there plans to expand or grow the market beyond the month of September?”

• Tysons Mixed Market: “The Tysons Mixed Market has definitely become a fall tradition at The Boro! We love the energy that early fall brings and find we have some of the best weather and attendance during this time period. But never say never!”

Want more info? Learn more about the Tysons Mixed Market here.

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