Mercat del Ram
One of the oldest fairs in Catalunya. The best one-day window into Osona's food culture — worth the train from Barcelona.
About Mercat del Ram
Vic's 900-year-old agricultural fair fills El Sucre fairgrounds and Plaça Major for three days. Palm-weaving for Palm Sunday, livestock auctions, artisan food producers, embotits stalls, and a dense program of Catalan country food from across Osona.
This is a recurring event: annual, weekend before palm sunday. The 2026 season runs from 27 March to 29 March.
Mercat del Ram is an outdoor event held at Plaça Major & Recinte Firal El Sucre in the Vic (day trip from Barcelona, 75km north) area of Barcelona. Entry is free.
What to Eat & Drink
Food
Osona embotits, farmhouse cheese, seasonal produce, Catalan country fare
Drinks
Local wine, vermut
Cuisine: Catalan
Expect to find osona embotits, farmhouse cheese, seasonal produce, catalan country fare among the highlights. On the drinks side, look out for local wine, vermut.
Entertainment & Activities
Sardanes, castellers, livestock displays
Mercat del Ram features live music performances throughout the event. There are also hands-on workshops you can take part in.
Getting There
Mercat del Ram takes place at Plaça Major & Recinte Firal El Sucre, Plaça Major, 08500 Vic, Barcelona, in Barcelona’s Vic (day trip from Barcelona, 75km north) neighbourhood.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Mercat del Ram?
Mercat del Ram is a recurring event: annual, weekend before palm sunday. It starts at 10am.
Where is Mercat del Ram held?
The event takes place at Plaça Major & Recinte Firal El Sucre, Plaça Major, 08500 Vic, Barcelona, in the Vic (day trip from Barcelona, 75km north) area.
How much does Mercat del Ram cost?
Entry to Mercat del Ram is free.
What food and drinks are available?
Food highlights include osona embotits, farmhouse cheese, seasonal produce, catalan country fare. Drink offerings include local wine, vermut.
