Pamplona · July 6–14, 2027
San Fermín 2027: your guide to Pamplona's festival
Bull runs, the Chupinazo, giants, fireworks and nine days of street party. Everything you need to enjoy San Fermín: dates, times, where to watch, where to stay and what to wear.
to the Chupinazo · Tuesday, July 6, 12:00
Photo: Asier Solana Bermejo · CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
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Bull run8:00 · July 7–14
ChupinazoJuly 6 · 12:00
Giants9:30 · Calle Mayor
Fireworks23:00 · Citadel
Food & drinkChistorra and pintxos
What to wearWhite and red
Pictures157 photos
Where to stayHotels and flats
The 9 days of San Fermín at a glance
From the Chupinazo on July 6 to the Pobre de mí on July 14: every day has its moment.
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Tue 6
Opening day
- Chupinazo
- Fireworks
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Wed 7
San Fermín's day
- First bull run
- Procession
- Bullfight
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Thu 8
Festival rhythm
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Fri 9
Festival rhythm
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Sat 10
Weekend: busiest day
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Sun 11
Weekend: busiest day
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Mon 12
Calmer weekday
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Tue 13
Calmer weekday
- Bull run
- Giants
- Fireworks
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Wed 14
Farewell
- Last bull run
- Last fireworks
- Pobre de mí
This is what a bull run looks like
Just over two and a half minutes that bring the city to a halt. This was the Miura run in 2026, from start to finish: the rocket, Cuesta de Santo Domingo, Calle Estafeta and the entrance to the bullring.
2:40 · RTVE
Get ready like a local
Plan
San Fermín 2027: dates and schedule
Key dates, the daily timetable and a countdown.
Bull run
Where to watch the running of the bulls
Fence, balcony, bullring or screen: pros and cons.
Bull run
Can you run with the bulls?
The official rules for first-timers.
Plan
San Fermín in 1, 2, 3 or 4 days
What to prioritise with the time you have.
Tradition
What to wear to San Fermín
The white and red outfit, explained.
Food
What to eat and drink
Chistorra, pintxos, kalimotxo and La Mañueta.
Family
The Giants and Big-Heads
Names, times and route of the family parade.
Night
The San Fermín fireworks
Every night at 23:00: where to watch them.
Also worth reading: The history of San Fermín · Hemingway in Pamplona · What to see in Pamplona · 20 practical tips to survive the fiestas · A perfect day, hour by hour
San Fermín pictures, day by day
157 freely licensed photos: from the Chupinazo to the Pobre de mí, through the bull runs, the giants and the fireworks.
See all 157 photos →
Where to stay for San Fermín 2027
It is the first thing to sell out. The map shows hotels and apartments with real prices for July 6–8 around the Old Town; change dates and area in our guide.
- Old Town: on the bull run route, the priciest
- Ensanche and San Juan: close and a bit cheaper
- Burlada or San Sebastián: cheaper, more travel
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What people ask most about San Fermín
When is San Fermín 2027?
From Tuesday, July 6 to Wednesday, July 14, 2027. It opens with the Chupinazo at 12:00 on July 6 and ends with the Pobre de mí at midnight on July 14.
What time is the running of the bulls?
At 8:00 every morning from July 7 to 14. There are eight runs, and each one lasts two to four minutes.
What time is the Chupinazo?
At 12:00 noon on July 6, from the balcony of Pamplona City Hall in Plaza Consistorial.
How long does San Fermín last?
Nine days, from noon on July 6 to midnight on July 14.
What should I wear to San Fermín?
White shirt and trousers, a red neckerchief and a red sash. You can buy the whole outfit in Pamplona for roughly 25–45 €.
Where can I watch the fireworks?
From Vuelta del Castillo park, next to the Citadel, every night at 23:00 from July 6 to 14. They are free.
Where should I stay for San Fermín?
The Old Town is the most convenient and the most expensive. Ensanche and San Juan are close and a bit cheaper. Book months ahead.
Is San Fermín free?
Almost everything is free: the Chupinazo, the bull runs from the street, the giants, the procession and the fireworks. Only the bullfights, the bullring seats for the run and balconies are paid.