Culture
Running of the Bulls (San Fermín)
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The Running of the Bulls (San Fermín) is Spain's most famous traditional festival, lasting a week in Pamplona's old town. The highlight is the daily 8 AM bull run (encierro), where participants run in front of a small group of bulls, typically six or more, released on sectioned-off streets. The entire city celebrates, with attendees often dressed in white with red scarves. For spectators, booking a balcony is recommended; those wishing to participate should be fully aware of safety precautions.
- Date
- 2026-07-06 ~ 2026-07-14
- City
- Pamplona
- Country
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- Audience
- Young & adventurous
- Hotels (per night)
- $220–550
- Venue
- Pamplona Old Town
Typical 14–26°C · ~21% chance of rain on a given day (2016-2025 avg)
✈️ Getting There
- Airport Pamplona (PNA), or via Bilbao (BIO)/Madrid
- Local access Old town on foot; arrive pre-dawn or book a balcony for the run
- Where to base Old town (pricey, sells out) or commute from nearby towns
⭐ Community & Reviews
- “Back in the 2013 Pamplona San Fermín festival, runners got trapped at the bullring gate and piled up as the bulls caught up. Surprisingly, no fatalities.”
- “Hi All, looking for some local advice on the Saint Fermin festival. My Spanish friends have told me not to run with the bulls, as and I quote "Guiri's”
- “Held during the San Fermín Festival, this event—known locally as the. Encierro—involves hundreds of people running ahead of a group of charging bulls”
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FAQ
When is Running of the Bulls (San Fermín) 2026?
It runs 2026-07-06 ~ 2026-07-14.
Where is Running of the Bulls (San Fermín) held?
In Pamplona, Spain, at Pamplona Old Town.
How do I get tickets?
Buy from the official ticket page. Popular festivals sell out early, so check on-sale dates in advance.
Where should I stay?
Old town (pricey, sells out) or commute from nearby towns
What's the weather like?
Based on the last 10 years, expect 14–26°C with roughly a 21% chance of rain on any given day.