Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio
The Shepherding Day Market is Amurrio’s (Álava) annual market. It takes place on the third Sunday in September. It is held in Plaza Juan Urrutia and on Larrinaga and Dionisio Aldama streets. Its name reflects its focus on organic produce and direct sales from producers. The specific schedule is announced with each event. It’s a good idea to confirm the schedule before heading out, as it may change on holidays.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
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A little background
rtzain Eguna, or Amurrio Shepherds' Day, is an annual livestock fair that pays tribute to the shepherds of the region. It is held on the third Sunday in September and centers around the Interprovincial Latxa Sheep Competition, along with the Idiazabal Designation of Origin shepherd’s cheese competition.
The program combines livestock activities with sheep shearing and cheese-making demonstrations, a herding dog show, tastings, and stalls selling homemade products and crafts. In 2025, the 31st edition was held, featuring more than a hundred Latxa sheep, which places the fair’s inception in the mid-1990s.
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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A unique experience
Tradition and Experience
A historic market, organized by the City Council with all the necessary safeguards.
Wide variety
Dozens of street vendors selling local products, handicrafts, and more.
Unique Setting
Enjoy the town's atmosphere and get to know the local shopkeepers.
Easy access
Well-connected and with a parking area nearby.
How to Get There and Park
Parking, public transportation, and services near the market.
⏱ Estimated time: 60–120 min
Where can I park?
How do I get there by public transportation?
You can park at Felix Murga kalea (just a step away, 48 m away) or take bus from Amurrio (Araba) (the stop is 4 min on foot, 353 m away).
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How to Get a Stall at the Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio
Would you like to set up a stall at the Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio market, located at Amurrio? To sell as a street vendor, you need a municipal street vending permit or license: this is issued by the town council, not the market itself, and typically requires that you be registered as a self-employed individual or a business, be in good standing with the tax authorities and Social Security, and have liability insurance that covers the stall.
Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio is held on variable number of days. The exact fee is set by the Amurrio town council; please check it before submitting your application.
Applications are submitted to the town council, usually online or in person, and may be granted directly (if there are open stalls) or through a public call for stall applications with a waiting list when demand exceeds the number of available stalls. You can download the municipal ordinance on street vending from Amurrio (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
You can contact the Amurrio town council at amurrio@amurrio.eus.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, proof of being up to date with the tax authorities and Social Security, and liability insurance
- Submit the application for a street vending permit (through the online portal or at the registry office)
- Pay the applicable municipal fee, if required by the town council
- Pick up your authorization and bring it with you on market day
Frequently Asked Questions for Merchants
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Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio — street market in the municipality of Amurrio
The “Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Amurrio, in the province of Álava (País Vasco). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” all in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 10,364 inhabitants.
The "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" announces its market days in advance. Further down on this page, you'll find the calendar with the upcoming dates so you can plan your visit to the stalls.
The "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Amurrio for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Álava, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Amurrio (Araba),” which is 353 meters away. For those traveling by car, Felix Murga kalea is 48 meters away.
If the Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio is too far away, or if you want to plan a route through several markets in the area, here are the closest street markets by geographical proximity:
- Agricultores de at Casa de Cultura Market (Amurrio)
- Mercadillo Tradicional Navideño de Amurrio (Amurrio)
- Amurrio Weekly Market (Amurrio)
- Mercado Local de Agosto de Amurrio (Amurrio)
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · San Antón Street Market.
"Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" is a one-time themed market on Amurrio, held on specific dates and featuring products and offerings designed for the occasion.
Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio FAQs
Where is the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio"? Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio is located in the municipality of Amurrio, in the province of Álava (País Vasco).
What can you buy at the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio"? At Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
Where can I park to go to the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio"? Parking is available near the Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio. A common option is Felix Murga kalea.
How do I get to the “Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio” by public transportation? You can get to the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" by public transportation. The nearest stop is "Amurrio (Araba)."
Market Calendar
Is the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" open today? No, Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio is not open today, 6 October.
Is the "Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio" open tomorrow? No, Artzain Eguna - Día del Pastor de Amurrio isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.