Villajoyosa Street Market
The street market in Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa, in the Marina Baixa region of Alicante, is one of the most comprehensive street markets in the area, with over a hundred stalls selling clothing, footwear, food, jewelry, and household items. Every week, this street market brings together residents and visitors to the Costa Blanca, establishing itself as a staple of local commerce in Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he origins of the Villajoyosa Street Market date back to the 1920s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to the town of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other towns in Alicante, this street market activity began as part of the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, and over the generations it has become 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, the weekly street market in Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa gradually evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became more professional 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 connection to the town’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Villajoyosa Street Market retains that down-to-earth essence 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 work together to preserve its traditional character right in the heart of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa.
How to Find the Market
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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 La Creueta (5 min on foot, 393 m away) or take bus from Av. Gonzalo Soriano (the stop is 2 min on foot, 173 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Villajoyosa Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Villajoyosa Street Market market, located at Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa? 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.
Villajoyosa Street Market is held on Thursdays. The exact fee is set by the Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa 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 contact the Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa town council at comercio@villajoyosa.es.
- 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.
Villajoyosa Street Market — street market in the municipality of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa
The “Villajoyosa Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana). 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.
Villajoyosa Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "Villajoyosa Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Alicante, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Villajoyosa Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Av. Gonzalo Soriano,” which is 173 meters away. For those traveling by car, La Creueta is 393 meters away.
If the Villajoyosa Street Market 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:
- La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market (la Vila Joiosa) 197 m
- Villajoyosa Central Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 577 m
- Verano de La Cala de Villajoyosa Night Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 1.1 km
- La Vila Joiosa Medieval Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 1.1 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Artesanía de Villajoyosa Fair · La Cala de Villajoyosa Street Market · La Vila Market.
Villajoyosa Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Villajoyosa Street Market"? Villajoyosa Street Market is located in the municipality of Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Villajoyosa Street Market"? At Villajoyosa Street Market, 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 "Villajoyosa Street Market" open? Villajoyosa Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Villajoyosa Street Market" open and close? Villajoyosa Street Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Villajoyosa Street Market" open today? No, Villajoyosa Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Thursday 8 October.
Is the "Villajoyosa Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Villajoyosa Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Villajoyosa Street Market—when is it open next? Villajoyosa Street Market is once again hosting Thursday 8 October 2026 (2 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.