Mercado Lajares Artesanal
In La Oliva, the Lajares Artisan Market brings together artisans every week to showcase their creations in Lajares’ public square. It is a weekly event dedicated exclusively to crafts, where visitors can find works created using both traditional and contemporary techniques. For those looking for a street market in La Oliva featuring artisanal goods, this event is a well-established fixture on the municipal calendar. The Lajares Artisan Market is open every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., making it easy for visitors to know which days the market is held in La Oliva if they wish to plan their visit. Its location in the public square in the center of Lajares makes it easily accessible to residents and visitors interested in local crafts. For more details on how this artisan market in La Oliva operates or to check for any changes to the schedule, we recommend contacting the town council or visiting the plaza directly on Wednesdays during market hours.
What will I find at this market?
Crafts
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he Lajares Artisan Market is part of the itinerant sales network regulated by the La Oliva Town Council, as part of the sale of local crafts typical of this type of market in the Canary Islands. It is held on Wednesdays in La Oliva (Las Palmas) as a regular event promoting local commerce in the municipality.
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?
We don't have any mapped parking lots near this market. Check with City Hall to find out the best parking options.
How do I get there by public transportation?
We don't have any public transportation stops mapped near this market. Check with City Hall to find out how to get there by bus or train.
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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 Mercado Lajares Artesanal
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercado Lajares Artesanal market, located at La Oliva? 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 Lajares Artesanal is held on Wednesdays. The exact fee is set by the La Oliva 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 La Oliva town council at comercio@laoliva.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.
Mercado Lajares Artesanal — street market in the municipality of La Oliva
The “Mercado Lajares Artesanal” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of La Oliva, in the province of Las Palmas (Canarias). 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 30,022 inhabitants.
Mercado Lajares Artesanal opens on Wednesdays, from 10:00 – 14:00.
The "Mercado Lajares Artesanal" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of La Oliva for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Las Palmas, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
If the Mercado Lajares Artesanal 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 artesanal CotiArte (La Oliva)
- Corralejo Flea Market (Corralejo) 9.5 km
- Corralejo Street Market (Corralejo) 9.5 km
- Canary Street Market (Corralejo) 9.5 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Mercado Lajares Artesanal FAQs
Where is the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal"? Mercado Lajares Artesanal is located in the municipality of La Oliva, in the province of Las Palmas (Canarias).
What can you buy at the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal"? At Mercado Lajares Artesanal, 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 Lajares Artesanal" open? Mercado Lajares Artesanal opens on Wednesdays, from 10:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal" open and close? Mercado Lajares Artesanal is open from 10:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal" open today? No, Mercado Lajares Artesanal is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Mercado Lajares Artesanal" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 14:00.
Mercado Lajares Artesanal—when is it open next? Mercado Lajares Artesanal is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 14:00.