Fuengirola Tuesday Street Market

Every Tuesday morning (barring special holidays or fair-week exceptions), one of Andalusia's largest street markets comes alive in Fuengirola.

The Tuesday Street Market is situated in the expansive Recinto Ferial (fairgrounds) in the Los Boliches area, near public transportation links and centrally located to attract both locals and visitors.

From about 09:00 until 14:00, the fairgrounds transform into a maze of more than 470 stalls offering a riot of colour, sound and choice.

History

Though exact origin dates are harder to pin down, the Tuesday market has long held pride of place among Fuengirola's weekly markets. The municipal "Concejalía de Mercadillos" cites it as one of the most important in Andalusia.

Over time, as the town grew into a tourist destination, the market expanded in size and scope. It has adapted around local traditions: it does not run on Tuesdays when major fairs or celebrations occupy the fairgrounds (for example, during the Feria Internacional de los Pueblos, the Virgen del Carmen festivities, or the Rosario festival), a sign of how interwoven the market is with the local community calendar.

In recent years, the number of stalls has increased to nearly 500 in some counts. 

Market Stalls

Walking among the rows, you'll find virtually every kind of open-air stall imaginable.

A significant portion is clothing, shoes, accessories, leather goods and home textiles; budget fashion is a strong draw.

Others specialise in flowers and plants, decorative ceramics, kitchenware, crafts, and artisanal objects.

Local food stalls fill in the gaps: dried fruits, nuts, candies, olives, pickles, and sometimes prepared snack foods. Fresh fruit and vegetables appear among the mix, though reviews suggest that in some years, the fresh produce presence is lighter or more scattered.

Because the fairgrounds area is large, stalls are laid out along multiple paths, often grouped thematically (e.g. textiles in one zone, home goods in another).

Market Highlights

• Signature goods & bargain fashion: Leather bags, jeans, scarves, shoes, and knock-down priced fashion are staples, drawing bargain hunters from across the Costa del Sol.
• Cultural & crafts variety: Given the diverse visitor base, you'll see handicrafts, decorative items, local ceramics and souvenirs that reflect Andalusian, Moorish and broader Mediterranean influences.
• Produce & food: Seasonal fruits, dried nuts, sweets, olives, pickles and occasional fresh vegetables are offered, especially early in the morning before the midday rush.
• Local colour & people-watching: Some visitors note the international mix of languages, the bustle of haggling, and the energy of street-market life.
• Exceptions & closures: Be cautious during festival weeks as no market is held when the fairgrounds are occupied.

Summary

If you arrive early on a Tuesday, you'll catch the fairgrounds unfolding into a vast open-air bazaar. You may come for a particular deal, but you'll likely wander off with something unexpected like a ceramic jar, a scarf, a handful of sweets.

Getting There

The market is at Recinto Ferial:

• Location: Los Boliches area, Fuengirola
• Transport: Near public transport links
• Parking: Available nearby
• Note: Closed during major festivals

For more options, see our Fuengirola markets guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Fuengirola Tuesday Market?

Every Tuesday 9am to 2pm at the Recinto Ferial (fairgrounds) in Los Boliches. The market closes during major festivals when the fairgrounds are occupied - check local calendar before visiting.

How big is Fuengirola Tuesday Market?

Over 470 stalls - one of the largest street markets in Andalusia. The fairgrounds allow a massive layout with stalls grouped thematically: textiles in one zone, home goods in another, food scattered throughout.

What festivals close the market?

Feria Internacional de los Pueblos, Virgen del Carmen festivities, and the Rosario festival all close the market when they occupy the fairgrounds. Some counts show nearly 500 stalls in peak season.

What is sold at Fuengirola Tuesday Market?

Clothing, shoes, leather goods, textiles, flowers, plants, ceramics, kitchenware, Mediterranean crafts, dried fruits, nuts, olives, pickles, and fresh produce. Budget fashion is a major draw for Costa del Sol visitors.

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