Mercado do Progreso
The Progreso Street Market is a weekly street market held in Vigo (Pontevedra) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. It is set up on Rúa Eduardo Iglesias, in the Os Salesianos neighborhood. The stalls mainly sell 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 Mercado do Progreso is part of the network of temporary markets regulated by the Vigo Town Council, as part of the street vending of various products typical of this type of market in Galicia. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays in Vigo (Pontevedra), serving as a regular event for 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?
How do I get there by public transportation?
You can park at Parking Príncipe (just a step away, 61 m away) or take bus from VENEZUELA, 4 (the stop is 2 min on foot, 198 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
Calculated automatically based on market trends and the holiday calendar.
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Holidays are automatically excluded.
Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Mercado do Progreso
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercado do Progreso market, located at Vigo? 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 do Progreso is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Vigo 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 Vigo (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 Vigo town council at ofi.comercio@vigo.org.
- 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
What do I need to set up a stall at the Mercado do Progreso market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
Who should I contact at the Vigo town council?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Mercado do Progreso — street market in the municipality of Vigo
The “Mercado do Progreso” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Vigo, in the province of Pontevedra (Galicia). 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 294,489 inhabitants.
Mercado do Progreso opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
The "Mercado do Progreso" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Vigo for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Pontevedra, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mercado do Progreso by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “VENEZUELA, 4,” which is 198 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Príncipe is 61 meters away.
If the Mercado do Progreso 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:
- Vigo Street Market (Vigo) 559 m
- La Calle Londres Street Market (Vigo) 599 m
- Segunda Mano y Artesanía — Casco Viejo Street Market (Vigo) 599 m
- Mercado das Travesas (Vigo) 2.2 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Bouzas Street Market · Coia Street Market · Cabral Market.
Mercado do Progreso FAQs
Where is the "Mercado do Progreso"? Mercado do Progreso is located in the municipality of Vigo, in the province of Pontevedra (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Mercado do Progreso"? At Mercado do Progreso, 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 do Progreso" open? Mercado do Progreso opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Where can I park to go to the "Mercado do Progreso"? Parking is available near the Mercado do Progreso. A common option is Parking Príncipe.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mercado do Progreso" open today? Yes, the "Mercado do Progreso" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 21:30.
Is the "Mercado do Progreso" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Mercado do Progreso" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 21:30.