Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra
The Xarrat de Churra Artisan Market is a traditional market that is held in Murcia (Murcia), where locals and visitors alike can find a wide variety of fresh produce, textiles, footwear, food, and household items. It’s a regular fixture on Murcia’s commercial calendar. The Xarrat de Churra Artisan Market is open on Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s the perfect way to stroll among the stalls and discover local products from Murcia.
What will I find at this market?
Fruit and Vegetables, Antiques and Collectables, Crafts, General Store Goods
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Xarrat Craft Market is a recurring market initiative for crafts held in Murcia, part of the growing interest in crafts and local product markets that the city has seen in recent years. These types of craft markets tie in with Murcia’s tradition of fairs and themed markets, reviving the value of handmade products and direct trade between artisans and consumers. Xarrat offers crafts, local products, and contemporary design in a festive and cultural atmosphere.
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.
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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 Public parking (6 min on foot, 504 m away) or take bus from Santuario de la Fuensanta (the stop is 6 min on foot, 442 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 Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra market, located at Murcia? 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.
Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra is held on Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Murcia 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 Murcia (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 Murcia town council website: https://www.murcia.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
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Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra — street market in the municipality of Murcia
The “Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Murcia. Its stalls offer a variety of products—textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods—in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 479,405 inhabitants.
Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra opens on Sundays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Murcia for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Murcia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Santuario de la Fuensanta,” which is 442 meters away.
If the Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra 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:
- Cabezo de Torres (Martess) Weekly Market (Murcia) 1.1 km
- Santiago y Zaraiche Street Market (Murcia) 1.7 km
- Barrio del Rosario / Ranero Street Market (Murcia) 2.5 km
- Santa María de Gracia Weekly Market (Murcia) 3.0 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · IX Jornadas Medievales Frontera de Reinos Monteagudo 2026 · Murcia (domingo) Street Market · Algezares Street Market.
The "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" brings together local and regional artisans at Murcia, featuring unique works in ceramics, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, and other traditional crafts.
Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra FAQs
Where is the "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra"? Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra is located in the municipality of Murcia.
What can you buy at the "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra"? At Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra, 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 "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" open? Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra opens on Sundays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" open and close? Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" open today? No, Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Sunday 11 October.
Is the "Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra" open tomorrow? No, Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra—when is it open next? Mercado Artesanal Xarrat de Churra is once again hosting Sunday 11 October 2026 (5 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.