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Plaza Mayor Christmas Market (Mercado de Navidad): free entry days, tickets & hours
Independent guide, not the official Plaza Mayor Christmas Market website. Official links are under Sources.
Plaza Mayor Christmas Market is free to enter.
- Closed today — next open Tuesday, 1 December 2026.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Around 100 red stalls sell nativity figures, Christmas decorations and joke-shop items such as wigs and party hats, plus a craft nativity scene on show.
- It stays open without a midday break, so early afternoon, when Madrid lunches, is a quiet time to browse.
- The Puerta del Sol is a few minutes' walk east along Calle Mayor.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always freeFree entry to the Christmas market on the Plaza Mayor | everyone | Open-air stalls on the square, including a craft nativity scene; goods are paid. | No |
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–21:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–21:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–21:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–21:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–22:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–22:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–21:00 |
Closed today (holiday or special closure).
From late November (exact 2026 opening day not yet announced) to 31 December 2026: Sunday-Thursday 10:00-21:00; Friday, Saturday and eves of public holidays 10:00-22:00, without a midday break.
Plaza Mayor, 28012 Madrid, Spain
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FAQ
Plaza Mayor Christmas Market: common questions
Is Plaza Mayor Christmas Market free?
Yes — Plaza Mayor Christmas Market is free to enter.
What are Plaza Mayor Christmas Market's opening hours?
1 Dec – 31 Dec: Mon–Thu 10:00–21:00, Fri–Sat 10:00–22:00, Sun 10:00–21:00.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- esmadrid.com/agenda/mercado-de-navidad-de-la-plaza-mayor · checked Wednesday, 28 October 2026
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