What to do in Jerez in August

Sanlúcar horse racing

One of the summer events in the province, about 30 minutes from Jerez.

• August

  Horses on the beach

  The races take place on Playa de la Calzada in Sanlúcar de Barrameda at low tide. Dates change each year, so check the official racing calendar.

  Official calendar

Beaches for August

Take the train to Cádiz or regional buses to Rota, Chipiona and Sanlúcar.

• The Port

  Valdelagrana

  The nearest beach to Jerez, with a promenade, beach bars and a direct bus connection.

• Cadiz

  La Caleta and La Victoria

  La Caleta in Cádiz's old town and the long urban beach of La Victoria. Take the train to Cádiz.

• San Fernando

  Camposoto

  An undeveloped beach without buildings in the Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park.

• Broken

  La Costilla

  White sand and calm water close to the centre of Rota.

• Chipiona

  Rule

  Beside Spain's tallest lighthouse and the Santuario de Regla.

• Chiclana

  La Barrosa

  Kilometres of fine sand and beautiful sunsets.

August nights in Jerez

• Paid

  Tío Pepe Festival

  Summer concerts at the González Byass wineries. Program and tickets on the official website.

  Bodegas Tío Pepe

• Free

  Neighborhood candles

  Open-air flamenco singing and dancing; the city council publishes the programme.

  Jerez Tourism

• Events

  Concerts and recitals

  See which free and ticketed events are on that month.

  Concerts

Before you go in August

• Tip

  Confirm schedules

  Some bars, shops and peñas close for summer holidays in August. Call or check their social media before visiting.

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  Reserve the wineries

  Bodega tours and tastings continue in summer, but times may change.

  Wineries

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  The heat

  Save longer walks for early morning or evening, and always take water and a hat.