Balmaseda

Balmaseda Medieval Market

Balmaseda will celebrate its Medieval Market on the weekend of 9 and 10 May, featuring over 200 stalls and a wide range of activities. Just like in medieval legends, the streets of the Old Town of the first town founded in Biscay (back in 1199) will be filled with comedians, troubadours, acrobats, and two hundred market stalls where you can find all kinds of crafts and local products. Don't forget to check the programme so you don't miss a thing!

When 9 and 10 May (Saturday and Sunday)
Location Old Town of Balmaseda | view location
Admission Free entry

Programme highlights

❱ Saturday, 12:00 | "The Plague" historical reenactment
More than 400 residents recreate this historical event in San Severino Square.
❱ Saturday and Sunday | Arab Souk (San Juan Square)
Food stalls, Oriental crafts, calligraphy, and Henna tattoos.
❱ Saturday and Sunday | Children's Corner (Horcasitas)
Over 40 handcrafted medieval games, giant chess, and tournaments for kids.
❱ Saturday and Sunday | Evening Fire Shows
Saturday: "Donde el fuego canta". Sunday: "The Burning of the Town Hall".
❱ Saturday and Sunday | Traditional Craft Demonstrations
Live blacksmithing, glassblowing, stone carving, and basketry across the market.

Public transport

Get to Balmaseda comfortably and sustainably. The stations are located just a few minutes' walk from Horcasitas Palace.

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Balmaseda

Balmaseda Medieval Market

May 2026 9 From
May 2026 10 Until

From: May the 9 | 17:00
Until: May the 10 | 22:00

Address

Casco Histórico de Balmaseda
48800 BALMASEDA (Bizkaia)