# Cultural festivities in Alcalá de Henares

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-festivities-in-alcal-de-henares
> Updated: 2026-10-12T07:35:00.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Cultural events in Alcalá de Henares began with the 40th edition of the Antiquarian and Second-hand Book Fair during Cervantine Week. The fair featured approximately 20 stands offering rare editions, historical documents, and specialized collections.

This was followed by the Mercado Cervantino 2026, held from October 8 to 12. Described as Europe’s largest period market, the event included 400 stalls, 300 reenactors, and hundreds of musical and theatrical performances. During the festivities, a prayer vigil was also organized at the Catedral-Magistral de Alcalá de Henares in honor of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Alcalá de Henares hosts 2026 Mercado Cervantino festivities

Alcalá de Henares hosts the 2026 Mercado Cervantino, featuring 400 stalls and hundreds of performers, alongside a religious vigil for Saint Thérèse of Lisieux at the local cathedral.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alcal-de-henares-hosts-2026-mercado-cervantino-festivities

### 2026-10-01: Cultural book and craft fairs held in Alcalá de Henares and Huévar del Aljarafe

Cultural fairs are underway in Spain, including a 40th antiquarian book fair in Alcalá de Henares and a multi-disciplinary book and craft fair in Huévar del Aljarafe.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-book-and-craft-fairs-held-in-alcal-de-henares-and-huvar-del-aljarafe

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