The most traditional and emblematic fair is coming to Madrid fortnightly as of 22 May, with the best antiques, vintage items, old coins, collectors’ items, gastronomy and entertainment. A unique experience to be enjoyed at the Plaza del General Vara del Rey with the best creators and trend-spotters in all disciplines, gastro-fun, high-end cocktails, crafts art or music.

The square recovers the Unpacking Antiques Fair, a traditional market that dates back to the 1970s and 1980s and was held for 20 years.  It is an artistic web of crafts, exhibitors of vintage pieces, collectors’ items, old coins and diverse antiques, which is independent from the Sunday travelling market.

In an attempt to boost the hospitality industry and generate traffic to the rest of the streets in the area, Saturdays at El Rastro will have diverse circuits for all:

• Unpacking Antiques Fair: exhibitors of antiques, collectors’ items and vintage clothing in Plaza General Vara del Rey.
• Gastro Circuit: a route to sample Madrid’s traditional and innovative gastronomy.
• Shopping Circuit: a route to discover the neighbourhood’s best shops.
• Family Circuit: a wide range of activities for the family at La Glorieta de Puerta de Toledo

A stroll around Madrid’s most traditional neighbourhood,  where you can enjoy typical shops, crafts, activities and fine food, organised by Madrid City Council, Todo está en Madrid, Madrid Fashion Capital and El Rastro Traders’ Association.