Mahon Weekly Market
The weekly street market in Mahón (Mao), the capital of Menorca, is set up around the historic district near the port, featuring stalls selling food, crafts, clothing, and shoes for locals and visitors alike. If you’re looking for street markets in Menorca or the Mahón market this week, this street market is part of the Balearic Islands’ market calendar, featuring local products at affordable prices.
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 Mahón Weekly Street Market date back to the 1950s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to the town of Mahón to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other municipalities in the Balearic Islands, this street market activity was initially tied to the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, and over the generations it became 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 Maó weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became professionalized 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 city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Maó Weekly 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 in the very heart of Maó.
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 Private parking (2 min on foot, 138 m away) or take bus from Pl. del Príncep (the stop is just a step away, 116 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Mahon Weekly Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mahon Weekly Market market, located at Maó? 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.
Mahon Weekly Market is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Maó 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 Maó town council at oacllucmajor@llucmajor.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
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Mahon Weekly Market — street market in the municipality of Maó
The "Mahon Weekly Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Maó, in the province of Illes Balears. Its stalls offer a variety of local delicacies (textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods) in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for both locals and visitors. The municipality has 30,666 inhabitants.
Mahon Weekly Market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from Tuesday 07:00–15:00 · Saturday 07:00–15:00.
The "Mahon Weekly Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Maó for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Illes Balears, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mahon Weekly Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Pl. del Príncep,” which is 116 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento privado is 138 meters away.
If the Mahon Weekly 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:
- Mercadillo Diario del Puerto de Mahón (Maó)
- Mercadillo Vintage de Mahón (Maó)
- Pescado Street Market (Maó) 36 m
- Alaior Christmas Market (Alaior) 12 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Centre històric, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Maó.
Mahon Weekly Market FAQs
Where is the "Mahon Weekly Market"? Mahon Weekly Market is located in the municipality of Maó, in the province of Illes Balears.
What can you buy at the "Mahon Weekly Market"? At Mahon Weekly 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 "Mahon Weekly Market" open? Mahon Weekly Market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from Tuesday 07:00–15:00 · Saturday 07:00–15:00.
What time does the "Mahon Weekly Market" open and close? Mahon Weekly Market is open from Tuesday 07:00–15:00 · Saturday 07:00–15:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mahon Weekly Market" open today? Yes, the "Mahon Weekly Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 07:00 to 15:00.
Is the "Mahon Weekly Market" open tomorrow? No, Mahon Weekly Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Mahon Weekly Market—when is it open next? Mahon Weekly Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 07:00 to 15:00.