Pilar de la Horadada Street Market
The Pilar de la Horadada street market is held every Friday of the year on Reina Sofía and Camilo José Cela avenues, as well as on Villajoyosa Street. It’s open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering residents and visitors to Pilar de la Horadada a wide variety of general goods. At its stalls, you can find fresh food, seasonal fruit and vegetables, as well as clothing and footwear for the whole family. For those wondering which days the street market is held in Pilar de la Horadada, the answer is clear: every Friday, without interruption throughout the year. Getting there is easy whether you’re driving your own car or using public transportation. Drivers will find public parking just seventy-nine meters from the street market. Bus riders can use the Pilar de la Horadada stop, which is about a five-minute walk away. The Pilar de la Horadada street market has become a go-to spot in the town for weekly shopping for fresh produce and everyday items. Its central location and morning hours make it accessible to most residents. We recommend checking the municipal calendar to confirm any occasional changes to the regular schedule.
What will I find at this market?
General Goods, Food, Fruit and Vegetables, Clothing and Footwear
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he origins of Pilar de la Horadada date back to Roman times, when the settlement—known as Thiar—was part of the Via Augusta, the road connecting Ilici (Elche) with Cartago Nova (Cartagena). For centuries, it was a sparsely populated arid region, administratively under the jurisdiction of Orihuela, with an economy based on agriculture. The town did not achieve municipal independence until July 30, 1986, a date that marked the beginning of sustained development linked to tourism and export agriculture, with cooperatives such as Surinver and Teresa Hermanos cultivating the land in the area. The weekly street markets are part of the town’s agricultural and commercial tradition: they began as a gathering place for the direct sale of produce from local farms and, over the years, they have established themselves as an unmissable event for both locals and the many residents and tourists—many of them from the UK and Northern Europe—who are now an integral part of life in Pilar de la Horadada.
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 Public parking (just a step away, 79 m away) or take bus from Pilar de la Horadada (the stop is 7 min on foot, 547 m away).
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♿ Accessibility for People with Limited Mobility
Market status regarding accessible ramps, restrooms, and parking.
Market in a plaza with no elevation changes.
Restrooms are available but not wheelchair-accessible.
A mobile food cart on the premises selling drinks, soft drinks, churros, and food.
Source: Edited by Feriam · Accessibility verified on 05/09/2026
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 Pilar de la Horadada Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Pilar de la Horadada Street Market market, located at Pilar de la Horadada? 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.
Pilar de la Horadada Street Market is held on Fridays. The exact fee is set by the Pilar de la Horadada 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 Pilar de la Horadada (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Check the procedure on the Pilar de la Horadada town council website: https://www.pilardelahoradada.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
What do I need to set up a stall at the Pilar de la Horadada Street Market market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
Who should I contact at the Pilar de la Horadada town council?
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Leave us your contact information, and we'll forward it to the town council so they can let you know how to get your stall.
Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Pilar de la Horadada Street Market — street market in the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada
The “Pilar de la Horadada Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada, 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. The municipality has 24,316 inhabitants.
Pilar de la Horadada Street Market opens on Fridays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada 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 Pilar de la Horadada Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Pilar de la Horadada,” which is 547 meters away.
If the Pilar de la Horadada 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:
- San Pedro del Pinatar Weekly Market (San Pedro del Pinatar) 2.4 km
- Torre de la Horadada Street Market (Pilar de la Horadada) 2.6 km
- Mil Palmeras Street Market (Pilar de la Horadada) 4.1 km
- Lo Pagán Street Market (San Pedro del Pinatar) 4.6 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Pinar de Campoverde Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Avenida Camilo José Cela y Calle Villajoyosa, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada.
Pilar de la Horadada Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market"? Pilar de la Horadada Street Market is located in the municipality of Pilar de la Horadada, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market"? At Pilar de la Horadada 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 "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market" open? Pilar de la Horadada Street Market opens on Fridays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market" open and close? Pilar de la Horadada Street Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market" open today? No, Pilar de la Horadada Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Friday 9 October.
Is the "Pilar de la Horadada Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Pilar de la Horadada Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Pilar de la Horadada Street Market—when is it open next? Pilar de la Horadada Street Market is once again hosting Friday 9 October 2026 (3 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.