La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market
The Elda Weekly Market is the weekly market in Elda (Alicante). It is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It is set up on Jaime Balmes Street and adjacent streets, next to the Central Market. It is a general-interest market: its stalls offer a mix of food, fruits, and vegetables along with other typical street-market items. The market is open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Days and hours may vary on holidays and special occasions, so it’s best to confirm them before visiting.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
lda is one of the historic centers of Spain’s footwear industry, and this manufacturing tradition has also shaped its retail sector. The weekly street market is strategically located next to the Central Food Market, which strengthens the commercial hub of the city center and makes it easy for shoppers to combine purchases from both permanent and mobile stalls. The Elda City Council regulates non-permanent sales through a specific ordinance and publishes the conditions for stall allocation annually. Participation data (120 Tuesdays and 133 Saturdays) confirm that it remains a significant weekly economic driver for street vendors in the Vinalopó region and for small producers in the area.
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 Calle Magdalena Maestre Amat (just a step away, 94 m away) or take bus from Rotonda - Calle Piares, 16 (the stop is just a step away, 105 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market market, located at Elda? 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 Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Elda 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 Elda town council website: https://www.elda.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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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market — street market in the municipality of Elda
The “La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Elda, 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 55,222 inhabitants.
La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
The "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Elda 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 Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Rotonda - Calle Piares, 16,” which is 105 meters away. For those traveling by car, Calle Magdalena Maestre Amat is 94 meters away.
If the La Virgen de la Cabeza 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 Francisco Street Market (Elda) 265 m
- Elda Central Market (Elda) 542 m
- Mercadillo La Frontera (Petrer) 1.1 km
- Petrer Medieval Market (Petrer) 1.2 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · San Francisco de Sales Market.
La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market FAQs
Where is the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market"? La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market is located in the municipality of Elda, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market"? At La Virgen de la Cabeza 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 "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" open? La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
What time does the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" open and close? La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market is open from Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" open today? Yes, the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.
Is the "La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market" open tomorrow? No, La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market—when is it open next? La Virgen de la Cabeza Street Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.