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Historic festival · Alcalá de Henares

Mercado Cervantino

8–12 October 2026

2026

8–12 October 2026

2027

8–12 October 2027

Where

Alcalá de Henares

What it is

Mercado Cervantino explained

Spain's largest Golden Age market fills Cervantes's birthplace with 400 stalls, jugglers and street theatre for the Cervantes anniversary week.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Alcalá de Henares tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

Prices & times

All prices and times on this page are estimates and change often. They are a starting point from an independent editor, never official or guaranteed figures. Always check the final price and the opening hours with the official venue or operator before you book or travel.

Checked · 30 July 2026