Forada Market
The Forada Market is a weekly street market that is held in Sant Antoni de Portmany (Balearic Islands) on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is located at Carrer de Vara de Rey, 10. 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
A little background
he origins of the Forada Market date back to the 1960s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to the town of Sant Antoni de Portmany to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other municipalities in the Balearic Islands, 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, the weekly street market in Sant Antoni de Portmany evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated market traders from other provinces, and became more professionalized under municipal regulations. Many of today’s market traders are third- or fourth-generation members of families who have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the town’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Forada 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 market traders’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the heart of Sant Antoni de Portmany.
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 Private parking (just a step away, 108 m away) or take bus from Estació d'autobusos de Sant Antoni (the stop is 4 min on foot, 294 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 Forada Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Forada Market market, located at Sant Antoni de Portmany? 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.
Forada Market is held on Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Sant Antoni de Portmany 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 Sant Antoni de Portmany (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 Sant Antoni de Portmany town council at info@santjoandelabritja.com.
- 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 Forada Market market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
Who should I contact at the Sant Antoni de Portmany town council?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Forada Market — street market in the municipality of Sant Antoni de Portmany
The "Forada Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Sant Antoni de Portmany, in the province of Illes Balears. Its stalls offer a variety of local delicacies (textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods) in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for both locals and visitors. The municipality has 29,132 inhabitants.
Forada Market opens on Saturdays, from 10:00 – 14:00.
The "Forada Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Sant Antoni de Portmany for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Illes Balears, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Forada Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Estació d'autobusos de Sant Antoni,” which is 294 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento privado is 108 meters away.
If the Forada 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:
- Mercadillo Hippy y Paseo de los Pintores (Sant Antoni de Portmany)
- Segona Vida Street Market (Sant Antoni de Portmany)
- Mercado Ecológico y de Arte de Sant Antoni (Sant Antoni de Portmany)
- Mercado Payés Sant Antoni (Sant Antoni de Portmany) 313 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Sa Cooperativa Street Market.
Forada Market FAQs
Where is the "Forada Market"? Forada Market is located in the municipality of Sant Antoni de Portmany, in the province of Illes Balears.
What can you buy at the "Forada Market"? At Forada 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 "Forada Market" open? Forada Market opens on Saturdays, from 10:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Forada Market" open and close? Forada Market is open from 10:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Forada Market" open today? No, Forada Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Saturday 10 October.
Is the "Forada Market" open tomorrow? No, Forada Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Forada Market—when is it open next? Forada Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 14:00.