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Running of the Bulls 2017 Dates

The Running of the Bulls 2017 dates are July 7 - 14, 2017.  Here is a breakdown of the day of the week and the main events on each day: Wednesday, July 5, 2017: Arrival day for those who want to see the opening ceremony Thursday, July 6, 2017: Opening ceremony at Noon on Plaza Consistorial (be on a balcony by 10:00 a.m. if you want to see it), Rejones bullfight with matador on horseback at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2017: First bull run at 8:00 a.m. (be on a balcony by 7am if you want to see it), the Procession of San Fermin at 10:00 a.m., first traditional bullfight at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 8, 2017: Daily bull…

What do I need to attend the Running of the Bulls™?

I love to plan my own trips! Even prior to working in tourism I was always planned my family and friends’s trips around the world. I do this because I love to learn about every place I’m going and I like to be independent in during my trips by knowing where to go and what to do. Sometimes it takes me a long time to get prepared because destination or event I’m attending it a bit confusing. In my opinion, The Running of the Bulls™ is one of the most difficult trips to organize. If you are reading this post is because you love organize your trips too, and you need some advice.  I know, there is a lot of information about events…

Obama may visit the Running of the Bulls®

A White House spokesman has confirmed that U.S. President Obama is considering attending the San Fermin Festival and the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona.  The 2016 Running of the Bulls could be honored with the presence of America's 44th President. According to TheLocal.es, White House spokesman Josh Earnest said: "I suspect that he probably is interested in attending San Fermin," but there's still a chance that his schedule might be too busy for him to make it. If you're in Pamplona for the Running of the Bulls this July 9th for 11th expect potential delays due to road closures and high security related to the President's visit.

Boorowa’s “Running of the Sheep” a Success

Borrowa, NSW, about 300km West of Sydney hosts an annual "Running of the Sheep" - a gentler, woolier homage to Pamplona's Running of the Bulls.  This year, disaster was narrowly averted as the sheep appeared to keep circling a roundabout, not realizing they could exit and continue.  Thankfully, there were Aussie sheep dogs on-hand to save the day and keep the herd of 150 Merino sheep thundering down the track again. The event is organized by Boorowa's Council, and overseen by the Tourism and Economic Development Office.  Irish Wool Fest celebrates the high-quality Merino wool that comes from the region, along with the town's strong Irish roots, dating back to the 1820's.  For a brief look at the festivities, ABC shared…

Running of the Bulls, Inc. Welcomes Cruise Guests to Pamplona

Through it's RunningoftheBulls.com brand, RunningoftheBulls, Inc. has announced support for cruise ship passengers arriving or departing from Bilbao and Barcelona - making it easy to enjoy the Running of the Bulls, and the San Fermin Festival.  The port of Barcelona hosts over 3.6 million cruise passengers a year, and Bilbao's growing cruise traffic is now more than 180,000 passengers a year. Mark Hellmann Regouby, President of Running of the Bulls, Inc. said, "Bilbao is just 2 hours from Pamplona, and Barcelona is only 4 hours away.  Given their proximity, it makes perfect sense to make The Running of the Bulls® a pre- or post-cruise trip extension." Running of the Bulls, Inc. offers Pamplona Tour Packages that include Pamplona Hotels, Bull…

Chasing Red wins at LA Indie Film Festival

Chasing Red, a film sponsored by Running of the Bulls, Inc., won the "Best of the Fest" Grand Prize at LA Indie Film Festival.  The film festival served as the World Premiere of the film and Director Dennis Clancey was on-hand to accept the award.  The film centers around the story of four brave young men who risk it all to run with Spanish fighting bulls in the streets of Pamplona. Known outside of Spain as the Running of the Bulls, this event captures the imagination of adventure-seekers and spectators alike. Shot over the course of several years, the movie's principal cast includes Dennis Clancey, Bill Hillmann, Josiah Lloyd & David Ubeda - all running with the bulls through the streets…

San Fermin 2014 Poster Competition Begins

From March 1st through March 27th, the annual San Fermin Poster Competition is accepting entries for the coveted prize. The event retains the same rules and forms as in previous years:  a jury will select eight finalists and then, during a period of popular voting, Pamplona citizens will vote to choose the official poster winner, who will receive a prize of 3,600 Euros. As in past editions, the format of the poster is 100 inches high by 70 inches wide and the text included must be 'Pamplona / Iruña. San Fermin 2014. 6th to 14th July / Uztailaren 6tik 14ra'. Local and foreign authors may participate with one work, original, unpublished, with no restrictions on the technique.  Finalists from previous…

2013 Pamplona Tourism Trends

Pamplona records highest growth in foreign tourism among all Spanish cities from 2012 to 2013. According to the Observatorio Turístico of Pamplona, Hotel establishments in Pamplona recorded a 9.7% increase in tourism in 2013 compared to the summer of 2012. Domestic demand grew by 6.5% and foreign demand by 15.2%. This overall increase resulted in a jump in overnight stays, especially in the case of foreign tourists (11.3%). The average stay however, has experienced a slight decrease (-0.4%). The increase of foreign tourists in 2013 was felt in many Spanish destinations, thereby offsetting the reduced travel of Spaniards, given the decline in family income. However the increase in international travelers in Pamplona is remarkable compared to other nearby cities, and…

Running with… Bulls, Mansos and Vaquillas

The animals are the stars of the morning in Pamplona. The most important event of the San Fermín Festival, El Encierro (The Running of the Bulls™), take place every morning from July 7th to July 14th at 8:00 a.m. Thousands of people watch the Running of the Bulls™ in the streets, on balconies, and in their living rooms on the television. The Running of the Bulls™ is when six bulls are transferred from the corrals of Santo Domingo to the bullring where the fights will occur that even. evening will be fighting. But, are these bulls the only stars of El Encierro? No. Fighting bulls are bulls that have been bred to fight in a Bull Ring. The breeders are…

San Fermin Festival Dictionary

If you want to come to Pamplona and feel like a Pamplonica, you should know a few necessary words to get around the city like a duck to water: Barracas: popular name given to the carnival at the bottom of the hill along the Arga River. This is where you can find rides and attractions for adults and children. Capotico de San Fermín: Term used when someone is saved from a dangerous taurine (bull) situation, especially during the Encierro (Running of the Bulls). It means that San Fermin takes care of that person and therefore, they were not hurt. Corrida de Toros (Bullfights): The traditional bullfights at the Plaza de Toros (Bull Ring). In Pamplona there are bullfights only during…
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