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Jerez Horse Fair 2027

A week of casetas, horses and lanterns in Parque González Hontoria. In 2027 it moves forward to April and turns 60. Here is what you need to know to plan it in advance.

Prepare the Fair · Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz · Updated on November 3, 2026

Couple on horseback with flamenco dress at the Horse Fair
Photo: Dominic Alves, CC BY 2.0

Horse Fair 2027 dates

What was published by the Jerez City Council and Tourism on October 23, 2026. The 2027 schedule has not yet been published.

  • Official

    From April 24 to May 1

    It always goes from Saturday to Saturday. In 2026 it was from May 9 to 16; in 2027 it is brought forward so as not to coincide with the motorcycle Grand Prix, El Rocío and the municipal elections. It will be the 60th anniversary edition.

    Jerez TourismMesa del Turismo

  • Public holiday

    Fair Monday: April 26

    Approved by the City Council on June 26, 2026. Not yet published in the BOJA (official gazette of Andalusia).

    Jerez City CouncilCalendar and holidays

  • No official date

    Lights switch-on and Children's Day

    In 2026 the lighting was turned on on opening Saturday at 22:00, with fireworks, and Children's Day was on Tuesday. For 2027 there is still no published schedule or day.

    Official Guide 2026

Where to stay and how far ahead to book

  • Advance

    Book as soon as you have dates

    At the 2025 Fair, the average hotel occupancy was almost 93%, according to the hospitality industry association cited by the City Council. The earlier you book, the more choice.

    Jerez City Council

  • Zone

    Center or Avenida Álvaro Domecq

    The historic center lets you go and come back on foot. The area of Avenida Álvaro Domecq is next to the venue.

    Where to stay

  • More options

    Places to stay in Jerez Emprende

    Hotels, apartments and houses, with address, telephone and "Directions". What is paid is marked.

    Jerez Emprende

How to get to Jerez

  • Train

    Seville-Cádiz Line

    Jerez station is on the Seville-Cádiz line, with Cercanías C-1 and medium-distance trains.

    Aena

  • Plane

    Airport 8 km away

    From the airport, the Cercanías C-1 arrives at Jerez in about 9 minutes. There is also a bus (line M-050, every day) and a taxi with an urban rate to Jerez.

    TrainBusTaxi

  • Car

    Better to leave the car parked

    In 2026, the streets around the site were closed to traffic from the first day, except for residents and authorized vehicles.

    Traffic plan 2026

How to get around during the Fair

Data from the 2026 plan. The 2027 plan is published closer to the date.

  • Bus

    Until 5 in the morning

    In 2026, city buses ran until 5:00 on the busiest days, with a special service from 11:00. The stops were on Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq.

    Bus service report 2026Traffic plan 2026

  • Taxi

    A stop right by the fairground

    In 2026 the taxi rank was also on Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq. Tele Taxi Jerez: 956 34 48 60.

    Traffic plan 2026Taxis

  • Accessible

    250 spaces for people with reduced mobility

    In 2026 there were 250 places for people with reduced mobility on Avenida de la Feria, Calle Manuel Bellido and Avenida Visley.

    Traffic plan 2026

What happens each day

  • First Saturday

    Feria lights switch-on

    In 2026, at 22:00 from the Templete Municipal bandstand, followed by fireworks.

    Official Guide 2026

  • Every day

    Horse and carriage parade

    From the second day until the closing Saturday, from 13:00 to 19:30, riders, horsewomen and carriages tour the Real. By 20:00 there are no horses left on the grounds.

    Official Guide 2026

  • Tuesday

    Children's Day

    In 2026 it was Tuesday, with rides at reduced prices. In 2025 there was also a quiet session from 16:00 to 18:00 for people with autism or noise sensitivity.

    Program 2026Presentation 2025

If it's your first time

  • Casetas

    Open to everyone

    Jerez's casetas are open: you walk in without an invitation. In 2026 there were 175, including municipal ones such as the Accessibility caseta and the caseta for older people.

    2026 fair mapFair Ordinance

  • Food

    In the booths and in the center

    The booths serve food and sherry wine. If you prefer to sit calmly, the center is just a few steps away.

    What to eatTabancos

  • With family

    Go during the day

    In the morning and early afternoon there are fewer people and you can see the horse ride. On Children's Day, attractions cost less.

    With children

  • Horses

    Beyond the Fair

    If you feel like it, the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art has shows several days a week.

    Dancing horses

Frequently asked questions

When is the Jerez Horse Fair 2027?

From Saturday, April 24 to Saturday, May 1, 2027, according to Turismo de Jerez. It is ahead of 2026, which was from May 9 to 16.

When is Feria de Jerez Monday 2027?

On Monday, April 26, 2027, a local holiday approved by the Plenary on June 26, 2026 and pending publication in the BOJA.

Why is the Jerez Fair 2027 in April?

It is brought forward so as not to coincide with the motorcycle Grand Prix, El Rocío and the municipal elections. It will be the 60th anniversary edition.

Where is the Horse Fair?

In the González Hontoria Park, a few steps from the historic center of Jerez.

Are the booths at the Jerez Fair open to the public?

Yes. The Horse Fair is an open booth fair: you can enter without invitation.

How far ahead should you book accommodation for the Fair?

As soon as you have dates. In 2025 the average hotel occupancy was almost 93%.

How do I get back from the Fair at night?

In 2026, city buses ran until 5:00 on the busiest days, and there was a taxi stand on Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq.

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