This initiative, which originated in France in 2002 and has been adopted by several European countries, including Spain, aims to bring the public closer to the richness and cultural value of traditional crafts. The event is supported by the Department of Employment, Commerce, Consumption, and Tourism of the Hoyo de Manzanares City Council, promoting local talent.
Starting at 11:00 AM, the market will feature local and regional artisans showcasing a wide range of materials, from wicker and felt to wax, glass, and textiles. Participants include Benigno Barrero with wicker, Astrid Weissenborn with felt, Clara Núñez with wax candles, and Marta Lorca with contemporary ceramics, among others.
The objective is to bring the public closer to the secrets and cultural value of these crafts.
From 12:30 PM, various craft workshops will be held, designed for children to create unique pieces. These workshops, which include making immersion candles with arDcera, clay brooches inspired by shells with Marta Lorca, felted wool Easter eggs with Astrid Weissenborn, and fabric keychains with Reyes and Begoña Huetos, will operate on a first-come, first-served basis without prior registration.
In addition to the craft activities, the event will offer a guided solar observation as part of the annual De Hoyo al Cielo 2026 program. This astronomical outreach activity will allow attendees to discover solar phenomena such as sunspots and prominences, using adapted instruments and under expert supervision.
