Colom Street Market
The Colom Street Market is a weekly street market held in Barcelona (Barcelona) on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It is located in Ciutat Vella. Its stalls mainly offer general goods, food, and fruit and vegetables.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he origins of the Colom Street Market date back to the 1920s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to downtown Barcelona to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other towns in Barcelona, street vending emerged in tandem with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over the generations as one of the town’s most important social and economic gatherings.
With the arrival of the 21st century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Barcelona’s weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became more professionalized under municipal regulations. Many of today’s market traders are third- or fourth-generation members of families that have been attending this market for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Colom Street Market retains that down-to-earth essence while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping centers cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the very heart of Barcelona.
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 Private parking (2 min on foot, 142 m away) or take bus from Bus stop (the stop is just a step away, 54 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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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 Colom Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Colom Street Market market, located at Barcelona? 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.
Colom Street Market is held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Barcelona 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 Barcelona (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Contact the Commerce or Markets Department of the town council of Barcelona to find out the exact procedure.
- 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.
Colom Street Market — street market in the municipality of Barcelona
The "Colom Street Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “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 1,731,649 inhabitants.
Colom Street Market opens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Friday 10:00–20:00 · Saturday 10:00–20:00 · Sunday 10:00–20:00.
The "Colom Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Barcelona for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Barcelona, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Colom Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Parada de autobús,” which is 54 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento privado is 142 meters away.
If the Colom 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:
- Agricultores de La Mercè Market (Barcelona) 439 m
- La Tierra - Slow Food Barcelona Market (Barcelona) 477 m
- Drap-Art Sustainable Market (Barcelona) 590 m
- Numismática y Filatelia Market (Barcelona) 609 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Els Encants Vells - Mercat dels Encants · Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair · Barceloneta Craft Market.
Colom Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Colom Street Market"? Colom Street Market is located in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña).
What can you buy at the "Colom Street Market"? At Colom 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 "Colom Street Market" open? Colom Street Market opens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Friday 10:00–20:00 · Saturday 10:00–20:00 · Sunday 10:00–20:00.
What time does the "Colom Street Market" open and close? Colom Street Market is open from Friday 10:00–20:00 · Saturday 10:00–20:00 · Sunday 10:00–20:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Colom Street Market" open today? No, Colom Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Friday 9 October.
Is the "Colom Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Colom Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Colom Street Market—when is it open next? Colom Street Market is once again hosting Friday 9 October 2026 (3 days from now). The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 20:00.