Primer encierro (First Bull-run)
Open to the public to watch from the sidewalks. Audiences should stay behind barriers; only experienced runners should participate.
~11:00
Feast in Honor of the Holy Christ of Remedies
Fiestas en honor al Santísimo Cristo de los Remedios
San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
Aug 20 - 30, 2026Expected
Each August, this town celebrates its patron, the Holy Christ of Remedies, with a week that mixes deep devotion and high spirits. Mornings bring bull-runs through the streets, including a thrilling night run, alongside processions, fireworks, and music, in one of the area's most anticipated fiestas.
Key moments
Day 1 · Aug 20
Day 9 · Aug 28
Procesión del Santísimo Cristo de los Remedios
Spectators line the streets respectfully or join the procession. Modest dress is customary during religious events.
~21:00
Where it happens
Plaza de la Constitución
San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Comfortable walking shoes
Read the local rhythm
Basic Spanish to follow announcements
Keep the visit respectful
Understanding of festival schedule
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Feast in Honor of the Holy Christ of Remedies
Fiestas en honor al Santísimo Cristo de los Remedios
San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
Each August, this town celebrates its patron, the Holy Christ of Remedies, with a week that mixes deep devotion and high spirits. Mornings bring bull-runs through the streets, including a thrilling night run, alongside processions, fireworks, and music, in one of the area's most anticipated fiestas.
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The story behind it
The festival venerates the statue of Cristo de los Remedios, considered the city’s patron saint. It blends religious processions (mass of Christ, procession in clothes of Christ on Aug 28) with secular folk traditions like charangas and encierros (bull runs), reflecting Sanse's heritage of combining faith and fiesta.
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 20~11:00Expected
Primer encierro (First Bull-run)
Open to the public to watch from the sidewalks. Audiences should stay behind barriers; only experienced runners should participate.
Day 9Aug 28~21:00Expected
Procesión del Santísimo Cristo de los Remedios
Spectators line the streets respectfully or join the procession. Modest dress is customary during religious events.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Comfortable walking shoes
Read the local rhythm
Basic Spanish to follow announcements
Keep the visit respectful
Understanding of festival schedule
Photo with care
Observe processions quietly; stand behind barriers at encierros.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Aug 20 - 30, 2026
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City / Area
San Sebastián de los Reyes
San Sebastián de los Reyes
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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