La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market
The Plaza de Barcelona Street Market is a weekly street market held in Elche/Elx (Alicante) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. It is located at 45 Mario Pastor Sempere Street, Carrús Est. The stalls mainly offer general goods, food, and fruit and vegetables.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Plaza de Barcelona Street Market is part of the long tradition of neighborhood street markets in Elche/Elx, a city with one of the densest street vendor networks in the province of Alicante. The Plaza de Barcelona and its surroundings, in the northern part of Elche’s historic center, have long been home to local commercial activity, and the weekly street market complements the offerings of permanent stores with stalls selling food, clothing, and household goods. The Elche Town Council regulates the market’s operating conditions through the ordinance on non-permanent street vending, with permits granted on a competitive basis and within defined sectors.
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 Parking elche (4 min on foot, 345 m away) or take bus from Plaça Barcelona - M. P. Sempere (the stop is just a step away, 88 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 La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market market, located at Elche? 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 Plaza de Barcelona Street Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Elche 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 Elche (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
You can contact the Elche town council at mercados@elche.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
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La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market — street market in the municipality of Elche
The “La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Elche, 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 245,557 inhabitants.
La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 00:00–23:59 · Tuesday 00:00–23:59 · Wednesday 00:00–23:59 · Thursday 00:00–23:59 · Friday 00:00–23:59 · Saturday 00:00–23:59.
The "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Elche 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 Plaza de Barcelona Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Plaça Barcelona - M. P. Sempere,” which is 88 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking elche is 345 meters away.
If the La Plaza de Barcelona 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:
- Cemeika Street Market (Elche) 268 m
- Plaza de Madrid Saturday Market (Elche) 531 m
- Elche Wednesday Market (Elche) 552 m
- Mercadillo San Crispín (Elche) 914 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Mercadillo Ausiàs March · Altabix Street Market · Cementerio Viejo Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Carrús Est, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Elche.
La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market FAQs
Where is the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market"? La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market is located in the municipality of Elche, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market"? At La Plaza de Barcelona 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 Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" open? La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 00:00–23:59 · Tuesday 00:00–23:59 · Wednesday 00:00–23:59 · Thursday 00:00–23:59 · Friday 00:00–23:59 · Saturday 00:00–23:59.
What time does the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" open and close? La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market is open from Monday 00:00–23:59 · Tuesday 00:00–23:59 · Wednesday 00:00–23:59 · Thursday 00:00–23:59 · Friday 00:00–23:59 · Saturday 00:00–23:59. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" open today? Yes, the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 00:00 to 23:59.
Is the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "La Plaza de Barcelona Street Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 00:00 to 23:59.