The Barras Market Glasgow — Weekend Opening Times

About this market

A Saturday and Sunday part-covered car boot sale in Glasgow, Scotland, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

The Barras Market market, Glasgow — Photo: Official organiser — Market entrance

Glasgow's famous weekend market in the East End, trading since 1921 and still open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. The market is bounded by the Gallowgate and London Road and runs from Bain Street to Glasgow Cross, with the entrances marked by the distinctive Barras archways.

It is arranged in four sections: A, B and C in the main building, which include a sustainable fashion row and hippie lane, plus a D section in the London Road market. Entry is free and there is a large second-hand, vintage and bric-a-brac offer alongside street food traders. Details confirmed on the official Barras Market website, September 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Saturdays and Sundays, all year round, buyers from 10am. Extra dates on bank holiday Mondays.

Open on: Saturday and Sunday
Next date: Saturday 24 October 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 10am
Closes at: 4pm
Season: All year round
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: Yes, open on Bank Holiday Mondays

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: toilets, refreshments and step-free access.

Toilets on site
Food & drink ☕
Wheelchair access
Mixed venue

Only confirmed facilities are listed. Anything missing may still be there — tell us what to add.

Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Entry is free for buyers. Pitch prices are not confirmed yet; contact the organiser.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free

Gates open from 10am

Pitches for sellers

Contact the organiser for current pitch prices.

Prices are a guide from the latest listing details — please confirm with the organiser before travelling.

What to expect

A quick guide based on this sale's opening times, size and facilities; see the reviews below for first-hand accounts.

Best time to arrive: From 10am, when buyers are let in
Size & crowd: Varies by week

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Family-friendly atmosphere
Step-free, accessible site
Busiest first thing on a Saturday morning
Parking can be limited — arrive early
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about The Barras Market: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is The Barras Market open today?

No — The Barras Market is not on today (Friday 23 October). The next sale is Saturday 24 October.

Is The Barras Market on tomorrow?

Yes — The Barras Market is on tomorrow, Saturday 24 October, open to buyers from 10am.

Is The Barras Market open this Saturday or Sunday?

Yes — The Barras Market is on this Saturday (24 October) and Sunday (25 October).

What time does The Barras Market start?

Buyers can arrive from 10am, the sale closes around 4pm.

What are the 2026 dates for The Barras Market?

The next 2026 dates for The Barras Market are Sat 24 Oct, Sun 25 Oct and Sat 31 Oct.

How much does The Barras Market cost?

Buyer entry is free.

When is the next The Barras Market?

The next sale is expected on Sat 24 Oct, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Saturday and Sunday plus Bank Holiday Mondays.

Is there parking at The Barras Market?

Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.

Is The Barras Market dog friendly?

Dogs are not listed for this sale — check with the organiser before travelling.

Does The Barras Market run all year round?

Yes — The Barras Market runs all year round.

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Before you travel

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Please contact the car boot organiser or check their official website to confirm it is running. Some car boot sales cancel due to poor weather if they do not have indoor facilities.

The Barras Market