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2026 Spanish bullfighting season – festivals & awards

Overview

The 2026 bullfighting season continues to show signs of a potential resurgence, marked by high attendance and significant individual triumphs across Spain and Mexico.

In Arganda del Rey, the Vid de Oro and Vid de Plata awards recognized outstanding performances. Mexican novillero López Ortega won the Vid de Oro after earning three ears, while Manuel León secured the Vid de Plata. In Murcia, the Feria Taurina saw Emilio de Justo, Borja Jiménez, and Marco Pérez carried out on shoulders, while rejoneador Andy Cartagena achieved a major triumph by cutting three ears and a tail.

In Seville, the Feria de San Miguel saw contrasting results. Pablo Aguado achieved a historic triumph, opening the Puerta del Príncipe after cutting three ears. However, the fair's conclusion was widely criticized as a “general collapse” due to the poor quality of Garcigrande bulls, which hindered matadors such as Morante de la Puebla, Daniel Luque, and Borja Jiménez. Later, the Tertulia Taurina Los 13 named Julio Norte as the most outstanding ‘novillero’ of the season.

Other regional highlights include Isaías López’s victory in Aguascalientes, Mexico, and successes in Écija and Algemesí. In Zaragoza, the Feria del Pilar saw Iker Fernández ‘El Mene’ take his professional alternative, though livestock quality remained inconsistent.

As the season progresses, scheduled events include Tomás Rufo’s final 2026 engagement in Arenas de San Pedro on October 17, and the opening of the 2026-2027 season in Mérida, Mexico, on October 25 featuring Sebastián Castella. In Teruel, a special event is set for November 1 to honor Pepe Vicente Lapuente. The junior circuits are also concluding, with Pablo Sánchez winning the Provincial Circuit of Novilladas sin Picadores in Granada, and the National League of Novilladas holding its grand final in Sanlúcar de Barrameda.

Entities

Morante de la Puebla · Emilio de Justo · Sebastián Castella · Roca Rey · El Puerto de Santa María

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 4 SOURCES] Recent bullfighting fairs indicate a potential new golden age for the tradition.
[● 4 SOURCES] In El Puerto de Santa María, four recent bullfights reached full capacity and season tickets were sold out.
[● 4 SOURCES] Morante de la Puebla is identified as a central figure driving the current bullfighting business.
[● 4 SOURCES] The return of television broadcasts is contributing to the resurgence of the industry.
[● 4 SOURCES] The bullfighting industry is receiving significant political support.
[● 2 SOURCES] Sebastián Castella cut three ears in San Sebastián de los Reyes.
[● 2 SOURCES] José María Manzanares earned two ears in San Sebastián de los Reyes.
[● 2 SOURCES] Morante de la Puebla did not earn any trophies in San Sebastián de los Reyes.
[● 2 SOURCES] Diego Ventura and Sebastián Fernández each earned two ears in Palencia.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Diego Ventura earned one ear during the bullfighting event in Gijón.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Javier Funtanet became the first rejoneador to take his alternative in Spain.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rojas Ramírez earned two ears during the bullfighting event in La Línea.

Timeline

5 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Bullfighting circuits conclude with major finals in Spain
The 2026 bullfighting season concludes with Pablo Sánchez winning the Granada Provincial Circuit and the National League of Novilladas final set in Sanlúcar de Barrameda.
10 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Bullfighting events and awards announced in Teruel and Seville
Bullfighting honors are being distributed in Spain, with Pepe Vicente Lapuente to be recognized in Teruel and Julio Norte named the top 'novillero' in Seville.
17 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Bullfighting events scheduled for Spain and Mexico in October
Bullfighting events are set for October, featuring Tomás Rufo in Arenas de San Pedro, Spain, and a season opener in Mérida, Mexico, headlined by Sebastián Castella.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Seville bullfighting season ends with poor performance at Maestranza
A disappointing final bullfighting session at Seville's Maestranza saw Garcigrande and Morante de la Puebla struggle during a poorly received event.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 12 sources
Sevilla bullfighting: Pablo Aguado triumphs while Garcigrande bulls disappoint
The Feria de San Miguel in Seville saw a historic triumph for Pablo Aguado, who opened the Puerta del Príncipe, followed by a disappointing final day due to poor livestock from Garcigrande.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Bullfighting triumphs reported across Spain and Mexico
Bullfighting events in Spain and Mexico saw major triumphs, including Andy Cartagena in Murcia, Isaías López in Aguascalientes, and successful performances by Borja Jiménez and Sebastián Castella.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Arganda del Rey announces 2026 bullfighting award winners
López Ortega and Manuel León have been named winners of the 2026 Vid de Oro and Vid de Plata bullfighting awards in Arganda del Rey, Spain.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 8 sources
Spanish bullfighters achieve major successes in Villaseca and Valladolid
Bullfighters Jesús de la Calzada, Manuel Diosleguarde, and Emilio de Justo achieved notable successes in recent Spanish bullfighting events in Villaseca de la Sagra and Valladolid.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
Marco Pérez earns ear in Valladolid bullfighting festival
Bullfighter Marco Pérez earned an ear during the inaugural event of the Feria de la Virgen de San Lorenzo in Valladolid, Spain.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Bullfighters Iñigo Norte and José del Castillo succeed in Salamanca
Bullfighters Iñigo Norte and José del Castillo achieved successful performances in Salamanca, with both earning two ears and laps of honor during their respective appearances at La Glorieta and Mieza.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Spanish bullfighters Ruiz de Velasco and Julio Romero lead regional festivals
Eduardo Ruiz de Velasco and Julio Romero led recent bullfighting festivities in Villaseca de la Sagra and Calasparra, respectively, with Ruiz de Velasco earning an ear and Romero a lap of honor.
2 months ago

[CULTURE] 13 sources
Bolaños de Calatrava announces patron saint festivities and bullfighting lineup
Bolaños de Calatrava prepares for its patron saint festivities with a major bullfighting event and expanded schedule, while recent festivities in San Sebastián de los Reyes saw successful performances.
2 months ago

[CULTURE] 15 sources
Regional festivals and bullfighting events announced in Spain and Mexico
Regional festivals and bullfighting events are being organized in Spain and Mexico, including a charity festival in Seville and various local fairs in Tierra Nueva, Torreón, and Melilla.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Bullfighting performances in El Espinar and Las Ventas
Bullfighting events in El Espinar and Las Ventas saw mixed results, with Sergio Rodríguez earning a standing ovation in El Espinar and Antonio Puerta receiving an ovation in Madrid.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 12 sources
David Galán triumphs at La Malagueta during Sabor a Málaga
David Galán triumphed at La Malagueta during the Sabor a Málaga event, while Mari Paz Vega celebrated her farewell performance with one ear and a career tribute.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 9 sources
Spanish bullfighting experiences potential resurgence
Recent bullfighting fairs in Spain, including sold-out events in El Puerto de Santa María, suggest a resurgence of the tradition driven by star matadors and increased political and media support.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Spain's Bullfighting Festivals Highlighted in TV Broadcasts and Novillada Semifinals
Canal Sur will air three key bullfights at Málaga's 150‑year La Malagueta event, while the Valencian Novilladas semifinals feature six young bullfighters in September, leading to a final in October.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Mexican torero Héctor Gutiérrez wins Copa Chenel 2026 at Las Ventas
Héctor Gutiérrez of Mexico won the Copa Chenel 2026 at Las Ventas in Madrid, beating Alejandro Marcos and Manuel Diosleguarde before a crowd of over 13,000.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
La Línea Saturday Bullfighting Festivals Draw Crowds
Saturday's bullfighting festival in La Línea de la Concepción featured Sebastián Castella, Alejandro Talavante and David de Miranda, drawing large crowds; photos document the event across the region.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 15 sources
La Línea de la Concepción wraps up 2026 Velada y Fiestas with bullfights, concert and fireworks
La Línea’s 2026 Velada y Fiestas featured a novillada, a corrida with Castella, Talavante and de Miranda, and closed with an Antonio José concert and Santa Bárbara fireworks.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Bullfighting Event Scheduled in Santoña for September 8
Santoña will host a bullfight on 8 Sept with toreros El Cid, Manuel Escribone and Jesús Enrique Colombo, featuring six Antonio Bañuelos bulls for the Virgen del Puerto festival.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Copa Chenel 2026 bullfighting final set for July 30 in Madrid
Spain's Copa Chenel 2026 bullfighting final will be held on July 30 at Madrid's Las Ventas, featuring finalists Alejandro Marcos, Héctor Gutiérrez and Manuel Diosleguarde after qualifying semifinals in Alalpazo
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Medina del Campo's Tauroemoción debut to host top bullfighters on Sept 2
Tauroemoción will organise a bullfighting debut in Medina del Campo on 2 Sept 2026, featuring Talavante, de Justo and Julio Norte, with tickets from €18.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Spanish municipalities schedule free summer festivals and bullfighting events
Lourenzá offered free horse rides and a night walk on July 22, while Santander advanced a rejones bullfight to 18:00 on July 19 to let attendees watch the Spain‑Argentina World Cup final, installing giant video
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Morante de la Puebla impresses in Pamplona bullfight during San Fermín
Morante de la Puebla showed technical skill in Pamplona’s sixth San Fermín bullfight, while Borja Jiménez’s efforts fell short, with Pablo Aguado delivering a solid, but unremarkable, performance.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Bilbao Announces 2026 Corridas Generales Bullfighting Schedule
Bilbao’s Plaza de Vista Alegre announces its 2026 Corridas Generales programme (23‑29 Aug), featuring top toreros, a mano‑a‑mano duel, and the V Memorial Iván Fandiño.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Colmenar Viejo sets 2026 Feria Taurina program
Colmenar Viejo unveiled the 2026 Feria Taurina schedule, and San Sebastián de los Reyes issued new safety rules for its 2026 encierros, both events slated for late August‑early September.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Tauroemoción unveils 150‑year Feria de la Malagueta programme in Málaga
Tauroemoción announced the 150‑year Feria de la Malagueta programme in Málaga, featuring double appearances by top toreros, seven bullfights, special events and over‑40% ticket discounts.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Spain announces 2026 bullfighting lineups for San Sebastián and San Fermín festivals
Spain's 2026 bullfighting season sees lineups announced for San Sebastián's Semana Grande in August and San Fermín's July 8 corrida, featuring top matadors and reduced youth tickets.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Sergio Rollón wins Madrid Bullfighting Circuit 2026
Sergio Rollón won the 2026 Circuito de Madrid bullfighting tournament, beating López Ortega and Juan Pablo Ibarra in finals at Chinchón and San Martín de Valdeiglesias.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Spain schedules bullfighting festivals in Las Navas del Marqués and Pontevedra for July–August 2026
Spain's 2026 bullfighting season includes a July 12‑19 feria in Las Navas del Marqués with mixed corridas and a returning torero, and an August 8‑9 fair in Pontevedra highlighted by the debut of 18‑year‑old tor
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Almodóvar del Campo Announces September 2026 Bullfighting Fair
Almodóvar del Campo unveiled its 2026 bullfighting fair (17‑21 Sept), featuring a rejoneo, novillada, main corrida and national recortadores contest, with Enrique Ponce giving the opening speech.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Regional Spanish TV networks TeleMadrid and CMM broadcast July bullfighting finals
TeleMadrid and Castilla‑La Mancha Media will broadcast July bullfighting finals and seven regional events, including the Circuito de Novilladas finals in Chinchón and San Martín de Valdeiglesias.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Madrid Circuito de Madrid Bullfighting Finals Announced for Chinchón and San Martín de Valdeiglesias
The Circuito de Madrid novillada wraps up with a Final a Tres in Chinchón on Saturday and a Gran Final in San Martín de Valdeiglesias on Sunday, broadcast live on Telemadrid.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Morante de la Puebla headlines Almodóvar del Campo bullfighting festival and reveals extensive property holdings
Morante de la Puebla will perform at the Almodóvar del Campo bullfighting fair in September 2026, and his portfolio includes a private bullring, a beach chalet and multiple rural properties in Spain.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Morante de la Puebla targets Oct 12 corrida at Sevilla’s Maestranza
Morante de la Puebla seeks to headline a 12 Oct corrida at Sevilla’s Maestranza, potentially replacing the scheduled festival and aiming for a six‑bull solo performance.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Spain's bullfighting sector reports record demand amid festival successes
Spain’s bullfighting scene boomed as Segovia’s festival showcased Fernando Adrián’s debut, while industry chief Antonio Bañuelos reported record demand, youth interest and challenges from EU critics.
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Spanish bullfighting fairs 2026 unveil line‑ups and new management
Spain's 2026 bullfighting season includes Palencia's San Antolín schedule, Tauroemoción's new five‑year run of La Malagueta, Pincha and El Capa bulls arriving in Pamplona for San Fermín, and Algeciras' Talavate
4 months ago

[CULTURE] 9 sources
San Juan festivals draw thousands in Mexico and Spain amid bullfighting celebrations
San Juan fairs in Mexico and Spain attract tens of thousands, schedule bullfighting shows, announce marquee line‑ups and report a serious injury to a participant in Coria.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Spanish bullfighting fairs record strong attendance and feature star line‑ups in 2026
Spain's San Isidro and Colombinas bullfighting fairs report record attendance and star‑studded line‑ups for their 2026 seasons.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Román Collado crowned winner of Madrid’s San Isidro bullfighting festival
Spanish matador Román Collado was named the San Isidro festival’s top torero by the Real Casino de Madrid and UAATM after cutting two ears off the bull ‘Gallarete’ at Las Ventas, with the fair drawing a record
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
San Isidro Feria Bullfighting Awards Announced, San Sebastián de los Reyes Honored
The Real Casino de Madrid awarded its 2026 San Isidro Feria bullfighting prizes, naming Román Collado top bullfighter; meanwhile, the Parliamentary Bullfighting Association honored San Sebastián de los Reyes’ 5
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Spain's 2026 Bullfighting Fairs Feature Top Toreros and Ticket Sales
Spain's 2026 bullfighting fairs in Gijón (Aug 13‑17) and Torrejón de Ardoz (June 20‑22) feature leading toreros such as Morante de la Puebla, Alejandro Talavante and Mexican bullfighters Osorio and Funtanet, as
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Madrid and Soria announce summer bullfighting festivals
Madrid’s “Cénate Las Ventas” novilladas (25 June‑23 July) and Soria’s Feria Taurina (24‑28 June) were announced, featuring bullfights, novilladas, and related festivities.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Madrid's 2026 Corrida de la Beneficencia draws top bullfighters
The 2026 Corrida de la Beneficencia at Madrid’s Las Ventas on 14 June will feature Alejandro Talavante, Andrés Roca Rey and Víctor Hernández fighting Victoriano del Río and Toros de Cortés bulls, with proceeds‑
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Borja Jiménez's solo bullfight in Madrid derailed by weak bulls and injuries
Borja Jiménez's first solo bullfight at Madrid's Las Ventas was plagued by weak bulls, several returns, and a serious injury to a corralero, drawing mixed audience reactions.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Morante de la Puebla headlines 2026 bullfighting season in El Puerto de Santa María
Torero Morante de la Puebla will headline the entire 2026 bullfighting season in El Puerto de Santa María, with four main corridas in August and extra novilladas, marking a rare solo‑matador program.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Morante de la Puebla headlines historic four‑day summer bullfighting season in El Puerto
El Puerto de Santa María unveiled its 2026 Summer Bullfighting Season, featuring Morante de la Puebla in an unprecedented four‑day run, with mayoral and business backing marking the city as a top tauromachic h
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Madrid's Las Ventas hosts San Isidro bullfighting with Román's Puerta Grande
The San Isidro Feria at Madrid's Las Ventas ran on 6‑7 June 2026, with Román earning the Puerta Grande after a tough Victorino Martín bull, while Morenito and Adrián also performed; over 23,000 attended and the
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
San Isidro Fair bullfighting highlights Damián Castaño and Gómez del Pilar
At the San Isidro Fair (2 June 2026), Damián Castaño shone, cutting an ear, while Gómez del Pilar and Pepe Moral faced wind‑hampered bulls; 19,553 attended Las Ventas.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Madrid's San Isidro Bullfighting Festival records historic triumphs and serious cornada
Madrid's San Isidro bullfighting day saw Antonio Ferrera earn two ears while torero Paco Ureña suffered a serious 20 cm cornada, prompting emergency surgery.
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Madrid's Las Ventas stages headline bullfights for San Isidro Feria
Madrid's Las Ventas hosted major bullfighting events for the San Isidro Feria, with a main corrida on 27 May featuring Isaac Fonseca, Morilla and Jarocho, and a novillada on 19 May starring Pedro Luis, Mario Áv
5 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Madrid's Las Ventas bullfight ends with lackluster performance
International matadors at Madrid's Las Ventas on San Isidro day 11 delivered a dull show; only José Carlos Venegas earned applause as meek Saltillo bulls failed to engage the crowd.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Julio Norte earns Puerta Grande as Mario Vilau suffers serious goring at Las Ventas
Julio Norte wins Puerta Grande while Mario Vilau is seriously gored at Las Ventas during San Isidro.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Manuel Diosleguarde confirms alternativa at Las Ventas as other toreros deliver a lackluster afternoon
Manuel Diosleguarde earned ovation confirming his alternativa at Las Ventas, while other toreros struggled.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Curro Vázquez honored with plaque at Las Ventas bullring
Curro Vázquez received a permanent plaque at Las Ventas, earning the title “torero de Madrid” and recognition for his career.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 15 sources
Madrid bullfighting event highlights Álvaro Serrano and Antonio Ferrera
Álvaro Serrano earns Puerta Grande while Antonio Ferrera shines in a lackluster Madrid bullfight.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
David de Miranda repeats Puerta del Príncipe win as Salamanca unveils San Juan de Sahagún bullfight
David de Miranda wins Puerta del Príncipe again in Seville, while Salamanca announces its San Juan de Sahagún bullfight with top matadors.
6 months ago

[CULTURE] 9 sources
Álvaro Serrano earns Puerta Grande at Las Ventas as bull heritage exhibition opens
Álvaro Serrano wins Puerta Grande at Las Ventas, while a new exhibition spotlights the toro bravo as a biodiversity guardian.

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