Three days during which fantasy characters, musicians, and jugglers stroll among the market stalls while folk melodies reminiscent of times gone by play in the background. Broadly speaking, this is the scene that awaits anyone visiting Chinchón—considered one of the most beautiful villages in Madrid—this weekend, coinciding with the celebration of its 2026 medieval market.
From February 13 to 15, in the incomparable setting of its medieval Castilian main square, a market will be held with a variety of craft and food stalls, accompanied by an extensive program of activities designed for all audiences.
Among these activities, for example, the Chinchón Town Council has announced an exhibition of trebuchet shots —a medieval siege weapon—storytelling, knight fights, puppet theater, a large costume contest, dance workshops, games, and even a medieval camp.
There will also be space for different exhibitions, such as Women of Iron in the Middle Ages and one dedicated to siege engines, a children’s area with a playroom and attractions, and the groups Grimorium Folk Medieval, Edena Ruh Música Celta, and Gálata Folk Medieval will provide the musical backdrop for the event. The complete program is available at this link.
Opening hours and location of the Chinchón Medieval Market
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It will take place in the historic center, in such emblematic locations as the Plaza Mayor, the Plaza de San Roque, and Calle de los Huertos, at the following times:
- Friday, February 13: from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Saturday, February 14: from 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Sunday, February 15: from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Why is there a medieval market in Chinchón?
In Chinchón, the medieval market is not just a leisure activity, but a celebration of one of the most important milestones in its history: the visit of the Catholic Monarchs to the lords of Chinchón, the Marquises of Moya.