Running of the Bulls (San Fermín)
Six bulls run 875 meters through the old town to the bullring at 8:00am sharp every morning. Dangerous, controversial, undeniably iconic. The party in between is the real culture.
Practical info
Wear traditional white + red. Don't run if you've been drinking (people die annually). Hotels charge 4× normal rates and book a year ahead.
Expected weather during the event
Avg high 33°C · low 18°C · 2 rain days
Less-crowded alternatives
- Sanfermín Txikito (Pamplona, Sept) — kids version, tame and fun
- Onbashira Festival, Japan — log-riding ritual, equally adrenaline
Pair with
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