What to do · Cáceres
Three Cultures Medieval Market
Information
- Duration
- 3 h
- Season
- Mid-November
- Who it's for
- Everyone
What it is
Every autumn, in the second week of November, the monumental city of Cáceres fills with stalls, music and shows dedicated to the three cultures of medieval Cáceres: Christian, Arab and Jewish. The market is split into three zones, one per culture, through the streets and squares of the old quarter, and combines crafts, food, street theatre and recreations. In 2026 it runs from Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 November. The previous edition was cancelled because of a storm of rain and wind, so this is the market's return.
What there is
Besides the craft and food stalls, with tastings at midday, the town council announces a children's corner with giant games and rides, displays of artillery and siege machines, medieval camps of the three cultures and craft workshops such as carpentry, blacksmithing and coin minting. All day there are musical and theatrical parades, juggling, dance and entertainment, and concerts in the Plaza Mayor and at the Arco de la Estrella.
The novelty of 2026 is the light and sound shows projected on the Bujaco Tower: on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 there are shows at 21:00 and 21:30, and on Sunday 15 at 20:30 and 21:00. The market closes on Sunday at 22:00 in the Plaza Mayor, with all the companies.
Hours and price
Walking round the market is free and there is no entrance fee. The council notice does not publish the stalls' opening hours; for any doubt, the council can be reached on 927 255 800, and the tourist office is in the Plaza Mayor itself. Allow at least three hours to go round it all without hurrying.
Good to know
Those days are very busy and some museums, such as the Golfines de Abajo palace, close. If you want to see the monuments in peace, avoid those dates; if you want atmosphere, they are the best. With children, the children's corner and the craft workshops are made for them, and the light and sound shows start before 22:00. The streets are cobbled and sloping: wear comfortable shoes and, if you go with a pushchair, expect steps and crowds in the squares.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Three Cultures Market in Cáceres?
In the second week of November. In 2026, from 12 to 15 November.
Do the monuments close?
Some, such as the Golfines de Abajo palace, close during the market.
What time is the Bujaco Tower show?
On Friday and Saturday at 21:00 and 21:30; on Sunday, at 20:30 and 21:00.
As a family
