San Antón Street Market
The San Antón Market is a weekly market in Elche (Alicante) that is open every Saturday. The stalls are located on Francisco Pérez Campillo Street. It offers a wide variety of goods, including food, fruits, and vegetables, along with other items sold by street vendors. 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
A little background
he San Antón neighborhood in Elche grew throughout the 20th century in connection with the footwear industry and the arrival of workers from inland regions. Its weekly street market is part of the city’s street vending network, regulated by a municipal ordinance that specifies locations, sectors, and hours. Unlike the large Wednesday market, San Antón retains a community-oriented character and a more intimate scale, with many stalls run by families from the Baix Vinalopó region and a clientele consisting mainly of local residents who make the Saturday market part of their weekly routine.
How to Find the Market
Address
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 Carrer Elda (5 min on foot, 418 m away) or take bus from Marchena (the stop is 2 min on foot, 127 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
Calculated automatically based on market trends and the holiday calendar.
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Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the San Antón Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the San Antón Street 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.
San Antón Street 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
What do I need to set up a stall at the San Antón Street Market market?
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Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
San Antón Street Market — street market in the municipality of Elche
The “San Antón Street 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.
San Antón Street Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
The "San Antón Street 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 San Antón Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Marchena,” which is 127 meters away. For those traveling by car, Carrer Elda is 418 meters away.
If the San Antón 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 Marina Street Market (Elche) 259 m
- Los Palmerales Street Market (Elche) 702 m
- Elche/Elx Estadio Martínez Valero Street Market (Elche) 916 m
- Altabix Street Market (Elche) 1.0 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Mercadillo Ausiàs March · Cemeika Street Market · Cementerio Viejo Street Market.
San Antón Street Market FAQs
Where is the "San Antón Street Market"? San Antón Street Market is located in the municipality of Elche, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "San Antón Street Market"? At San Antón 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 "San Antón Street Market" open? San Antón Street Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
What time does the "San Antón Street Market" open and close? San Antón Street Market is open from 08:30 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "San Antón Street Market" open today? No, San Antón Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Saturday 10 October.
Is the "San Antón Street Market" open tomorrow? No, San Antón Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
San Antón Street Market—when is it open next? San Antón Street Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:30 to 14:00.