Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair
The Plaça del Pi Artisan and Food Street Market is a weekly street market held in Barcelona (Barcelona) on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is set up in Plaça del Pi. Its stalls mainly feature general goods, food, and fruit and vegetables.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he origins of the Plaça del Pi Artesano Gastronomic Market date back to the 1920s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to downtown Barcelona to trade and sell their produce. As in so many other towns in Barcelona, street vending emerged in tandem with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over the generations as one of the town’s most important social and economic gatherings.
With the arrival of the 21st century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Barcelona’s weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became professionalized under municipal regulations. Many of today’s market traders are third- or fourth-generation members of families who have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct link to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Plaça del Pi Artesano Gastronomic Market maintains that popular spirit while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping centers cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association collaborate to preserve its traditional character in the very heart of Barcelona.
How to Find the Market
Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
Coming Soon
The list of vendors will appear here as soon as the first valid authorizations are granted.
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 Parking Ciutat Vella (3 min on foot, 202 m away) or take meter from La Rambla / Mercat de la Boqueria (the stop is just a step away, 96 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
Calculated automatically based on market trends and the holiday calendar.
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Holidays are automatically excluded.
Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair
Would you like to set up a stall at the Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair market, located at Barcelona? 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.
Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair is held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Barcelona 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 Barcelona (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Contact the Commerce or Markets Department of the town council of Barcelona to find out the exact procedure.
- 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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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair — street market in the municipality of Barcelona
The "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 1,731,649 inhabitants.
Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair opens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Friday 11:00–21:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00 · Sunday 09:00–14:00.
The "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Barcelona for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Barcelona, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair by public transportation, the closest stop on the meter is “La Rambla / Mercat de la Boqueria,” which is 96 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Ciutat Vella is 202 meters away.
If the Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair 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:
- Mercado Gótico (Barcelona) 176 m
- La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market (Barcelona) 204 m
- Numismática y Filatelia Market (Barcelona) 262 m
- Drap-Art Sustainable Market (Barcelona) 281 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Els Encants Vells - Mercat dels Encants · Barceloneta Craft Market · Palau del Mar Craft Market.
Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair FAQs
Where is the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair"? Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair is located in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña).
What can you buy at the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair"? At Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
On which days is the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" open? Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair opens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Friday 11:00–21:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00 · Sunday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" open and close? Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair is open from Friday 11:00–21:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00 · Sunday 09:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" open today? No, Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Friday 9 October.
Is the "Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair" open tomorrow? No, Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair—when is it open next? Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair is once again hosting Friday 9 October 2026 (3 days from now). The schedule is available at from 11:00 to 21:00.