Local Saturday Market in Lebanon Worth Adding to Your Weekend Plans

Updated: June 5, 2026 1 min read

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There’s something satisfying about strolling through a market in search of the best homemade mouneh. If you’re missing that kind of vibe in Lebanon, head to Souk El Balad in Antelias.

This Saturday community market is packed with local finds, whether you’re there for homemade food, products made in Lebanon, or unique pieces from local designers. It’s shopping with a local touch, where the people behind the products are often right in front of you.

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Planning to visit Souk El Balad in Antelias with the family? The kids will enjoy a special play area, while the grown-ups can focus on the important stuff: shopping, homemade goodies, and figuring out which food stall to try first.

Location: Made by Nature, Antelias
Dates: every Saturday
Timings: 9 AM to 3 PM

More to enjoy in Lebanon this summer: visit “AS WE ARE”, a powerful exhibition by Lebanese artist Joseph Haykal.

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