Objetos en Desuso Market
The Market for Unused Items, also known as Ekoazoka, is an event for exchanging and reusing items organized by the Leioa town council (Bizkaia) at the Euskal Etxeen Plaza II. Unlike a weekly street market, this initiative does not have a fixed schedule: it is held once or twice a year, usually on a Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. At the Leioa Market for Unused Items, there is no buying, selling, or bartering: residents bring items in good condition that they no longer use (clothing, household goods, toys, small furniture, etc.), and anyone can take what they need for free, under the motto that “things have value based on need.” The event is organized by Herrigune, Leioa’s citizen participation department, in collaboration with the volunteer group Ekotaldea. Anyone looking for street markets or markets in Leioa should keep in mind that this is not a weekly street market: it’s best to check the call for stall applications for each event on the municipal website or at Herrigune Leioa before heading to Euskal Etxeen Plaza II.
What will I find at this market?
Secondhand
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he Market for Unused Items began in Leioa around 2010 as an initiative of Kuboa, the municipal sustainability program, aimed at extending the useful life of objects and reducing waste. In its early editions, held at the Euskal Etxeen Plaza II, it already brought together numerous families eager to find new homes for items they no longer used.
Over the years, the initiative evolved into what is now known as Ekoazoka, while maintaining the same spirit: nothing is bought or sold; everything is given away or taken according to each person’s needs. The Leioa town council even received recognition as a model of municipal best practice for this circular economy project.
Currently, the organization is managed by Herrigune, the citizen participation department, with support from the volunteer group Ekotaldea. This market should not be confused with other commercial events in Leioa, such as the Agricultural and Livestock Fair, Umore Azoka, the Solidarity Book Fair, or Merkaleioa, which are separate events organized by other entities and are not covered in this entry.
How to Find the Market
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 48940 Leioa (just a step away, 82 m away) or take bus from Luis Bilbao Libano (the stop is just a step away, 36 m away).
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How to Get a Stall at the Objetos en Desuso Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Objetos en Desuso Market market, located at Leioa? 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.
Objetos en Desuso Market is held on variable number of days. The exact fee is set by the Leioa 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 Leioa town council at sac01@leioa.eus.
- 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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Objetos en Desuso Market — street market in the municipality of Leioa
The “Objetos en Desuso Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Leioa, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco). 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 32,748 inhabitants.
Objetos en Desuso Market is open during the following hours: 11:00 – 14:00.
The "Objetos en Desuso Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Leioa for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Bizkaia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Objetos en Desuso Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Luis Bilbao Libano,” which is 36 meters away. For those traveling by car, 48940 Leioa is 82 meters away.
If the Objetos en Desuso 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:
- Lasesarre Street Market (San Vicente de Barakaldo) 2.5 km
- Portugalete Municipal Market (Portugalete) 2.5 km
- Aldeanas Street Market (Portugalete) 2.7 km
- Portugalete Farmers' Fair (Portugalete) 2.7 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
"Objetos en Desuso Market" is a one-time themed market on Leioa, held on specific dates and featuring products and offerings designed for the occasion.
Objetos en Desuso Market FAQs
Where is the "Objetos en Desuso Market"? Objetos en Desuso Market is located in the municipality of Leioa, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco).
What can you buy at the "Objetos en Desuso Market"? At Objetos en Desuso 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 "Objetos en Desuso Market" open? Objetos en Desuso Market is open during the following hours: 11:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Objetos en Desuso Market" open and close? Objetos en Desuso Market is open from 11:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Objetos en Desuso Market" open today? No, Objetos en Desuso Market is not open today, 6 October.
Is the "Objetos en Desuso Market" open tomorrow? No, Objetos en Desuso Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.