La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market
The weekly market in La Vila Joiosa is held in La Vila Joiosa (Alicante) and is open every Thursday. It is located on Avenida Carlos Llorca i Baus. The market offers a wide variety of goods, featuring a mix of food stalls, fruit and vegetable stands, and other items typically found at street markets. The stalls are open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours may vary on holidays and special dates, so it’s advisable to check in advance.
What will I find at this market?
General Merchandise, Groceries, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
a Vila Joiosa is a seaside town in the Marina Baixa region with a history dating back thousands of years linked to the sea; it is also home to a chocolate-making tradition renowned throughout the province. Its historic district, with colorful houses painted to guide fishermen, is designated a Site of Cultural Interest. The weekly market is part of the municipal network of street vending regulated by the La Vila Joiosa City Council and operates under permits awarded through a competitive bidding process. Its location on Avenida Carlos Llorca i Baus makes it easily accessible from both the town center and the residential areas in the southern part of the municipality.
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 Carrer de la Doctora Damiana Zaragoza (2 min on foot, 143 m away) or take bus from Av. Gonzalo Soriano (the stop is just a step away, 91 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market market, located at la Vila Joiosa? 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.
La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market is held on Thursdays. The exact fee is set by the la Vila Joiosa 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.
Check the procedure on the la Vila Joiosa town council website: https://www.villajoyosa.com.
- 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
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market — street market in the municipality of la Vila Joiosa
The “La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of la Vila Joiosa, 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 37,449 inhabitants.
La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market opens on Thursdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of la Vila Joiosa 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 La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Av. Gonzalo Soriano,” which is 91 meters away. For those traveling by car, La Creueta is 375 meters away.
If the La Vila Joiosa 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:
- Villajoyosa Street Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 197 m
- Villajoyosa Central Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 549 m
- Verano de La Cala de Villajoyosa Night Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 1.3 km
- La Vila Joiosa Medieval Market (Villajoyosa/La Vila Joiosa) 1.3 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market FAQs
Where is the "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market"? La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market is located in the municipality of la Vila Joiosa, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market"? At La Vila Joiosa 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 "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market" open? La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market opens on Thursdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market" open and close? La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market" open today? No, La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Thursday 8 October.
Is the "La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market" open tomorrow? No, La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market—when is it open next? La Vila Joiosa Weekly Market is once again hosting Thursday 8 October 2026 (2 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.