Charco de San Ginés Street Market
Located near the Charco de San Ginés in Arrecife is El Mercadillo del Charco de San Ginés, a weekly street market where locals and visitors can find a wide variety of products. It is a general goods market that brings together local market traders offering a diverse selection of items for all types of shoppers. Its location in a central area of Arrecife makes it a go-to spot for anyone looking for a street market in Arrecife that’s easy to get to and offers a wide variety of items. El Mercadillo del Charco de San Ginés meets the need for a traditional marketplace where people can purchase products from different categories all in one place. The stalls offer everything from everyday items to more specialized goods, catering to the needs of Arrecife’s residents. Anyone wondering which days the market is open in Arrecife will find this weekly street market to be a well-established option in the city. To find out the exact days it’s open and plan your visit, we recommend checking the Arrecife market calendar or heading directly to the Charco de San Ginés area. The Charco de San Ginés Street Market remains a key shopping destination in the town for those who want to enjoy the experience of shopping at a traditional market.
What will I find at this market?
General goods
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Charco de San Ginés Street Market is part of the network of temporary sales regulated by the Arrecife Town Council, as part of the street vending of various products typical of this type of street market in the Canary Islands. It is a staple of the local retail scene in Arrecife (Las Palmas).
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 Parking Fajardo (4 min on foot, 315 m away) or take bus from Gasolinera (the stop is 4 min on foot, 319 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the Charco de San Ginés Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Charco de San Ginés Street Market market, located at Arrecife? 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.
Charco de San Ginés Street Market is held on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The exact fee is set by the Arrecife 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 Arrecife town council at actividades@arucas.org.
- 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.
Charco de San Ginés Street Market — street market in the municipality of Arrecife
The “Charco de San Ginés Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Arrecife, in the province of Las Palmas (Canarias). 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 70,811 inhabitants.
Charco de San Ginés Street Market opens on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Arrecife for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Las Palmas, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Charco de San Ginés Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Gasolinera,” which is 319 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Fajardo is 315 meters away.
If the Charco de San Ginés 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:
- Mercado Turístico Artesanal de Arrecife (Arrecife)
- La Villa de Teguise Street Market (Teguise) 11 km
- Uga Municipal Market (Yaiza) 19 km
- Corralejo Flea Market (Corralejo) 40 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Charco de San Ginés Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market"? Charco de San Ginés Street Market is located in the municipality of Arrecife, in the province of Las Palmas (Canarias).
What can you buy at the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market"? At Charco de San Ginés 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 "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" open? Charco de San Ginés Street Market opens on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" open and close? Charco de San Ginés Street Market is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" open today? No, Charco de San Ginés Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Charco de San Ginés Street Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Charco de San Ginés Street Market—when is it open next? Charco de San Ginés Street Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.