Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market
The Saturday Market at Plaza de Madrid is held in Elche (Alicante) and is open every Saturday. It is located at Plaza de Madrid, on José Díez Mora and José Navarro Orts streets. It offers a wide variety of goods, including food, fruits, and vegetables, along with other items typically sold at street markets. The market is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s a good idea to check the schedule before heading there, as it may change on holidays.
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
laza de Madrid became established as a public space as part of the urban expansion in northern Elche during the second half of the 20th century, and with it took root a Saturday market that has grown to become a staple of street vending in Elche. The Elche City Council’s municipal ordinance regulating non-permanent sales now sets forth the conditions for participation: prior authorization, liability insurance, and adherence to the assigned sectors. The flea market coexists with the neighborhood’s permanent businesses and serves as a showcase for small-scale producers from the region and for itinerant textile vendors.
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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 carrer Jaime Martínez Torres (2 min on foot, 144 m away) or take bus from Plaça Madrid (the stop is just a step away, 46 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market market, located at Elche? 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.
Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market is held on Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Elche 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 Elche (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 Elche town council website: https://www.elche.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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Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market — street market in the municipality of Elche
The “Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Elche, 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 245,557 inhabitants.
Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
The "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Elche 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 Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Plaça Madrid,” which is 46 meters away. For those traveling by car, carrer Jaime Martínez Torres is 144 meters away.
If the Plaza de Madrid Saturday 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:
- Elche Wednesday Market (Elche) 46 m
- Cemeika Street Market (Elche) 264 m
- La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market (Elche) 531 m
- Cementerio Viejo Street Market (Elche) 815 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Mercadillo Ausiàs March · Altabix Street Market · El Altet Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of calles José Díez Mora y José Navarro Orts, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Elche.
Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market FAQs
Where is the "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market"? Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market is located in the municipality of Elche, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market"? At Plaza de Madrid Saturday 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 "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market" open? Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
What time does the "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market" open and close? Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market is open from 08:30 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market" open today? No, Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Saturday 10 October.
Is the "Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market" open tomorrow? No, Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market—when is it open next? Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:30 to 14:00.