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San Isidro 2026: the eighth abono bullfight, an afternoon that shapes careers

San Isidro Fair – Eighth abono bullfight

San Isidro is the most important bullfighting fair in the world. There is no other with so many consecutive afternoons, such high demands or such far reaching impact. To perform —and triumph— at San Isidro defines a career and leaves a mark that lasts forever.

On Saturday 16 May, Las Ventas hosts the eighth abono bullfight, one of those dates that aficionados highlight for the strength of the line up and the character of the livestock. Bulls from La Quinta will be fought, a brand with a very distinctive personality, faithful to the Santa Coloma bloodline. They demand precision, placement and an extremely fine touch. They offer no concessions: when they charge with class, they reward truth; when they do not, they require skill and courage.

The line up brings together experience, maturity and a decisive moment:

• El Cid, has managed to open the Puerta Grande gate at Las Ventas bullring on two occasions, a feat that is particularly valued given the harshness and demanding nature of Madrid's bullfighting fans. In Seville, his relationship with the Real Maestranza has been even more remarkable, exiting four times through the Puerta del Príncipe, a milestone reserved only for performances of the highest level and which confirms his status as a bullfighter deeply linked to courage and classic bullfighting in the great arenas.

• Álvaro Lorenzo, sober and firm in style, with a career built on consistency and reliability in major arenas.

• Manuel Diosleguarde, who will confirm his alternativa in the most demanding bullring in the world, in an afternoon that could mark a turning point in his career.

A bullfight with a strong torista character and enormous appeal for aficionados.

Discover the art of bullfighting with a clear and visual guide

To enjoy the event even more, you can add the Libro Toro to your purchase — a practical mini encyclopaedia that explains, clearly and simply, how a bullfight works. Available in two languages (Spanish/English).

With the Libro Toro you will quickly learn:

• the step by step structure of a bullfight,

• the different stages of the lidia,

• the role of each participant,

• and the details that distinguish a correct faena from a great one.

👉 Buy The Bullfighting Book and become an expert in just 10 minutes. It is the ideal companion both for first time visitors and for those who want to deepen their understanding and experience San Isidro with greater insight. Buy the Libro Toro and become an expert before you arrive at the bullring.

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Buying through Servitoro means security, convenience and official purchase.

As the official ticketing service of Las Ventas, Servitoro allows you to buy your tickets:

• from home,

• without queues,

• without waiting at the box office,

• and with a clear, protected purchasing process.

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Surcharge applied by the promoter: 10% + €12 handling fee per ticket.

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Important information about access to the bullring

• Tickets will be sent in PDF format 3–4 days before the event.

• Tickets must be printed on paper.

• The printed ticket must be handed over at the entrance, where it will be validated by scanner.

• If multiple copies of the same ticket exist, only the first presented will be valid.

• The purchase invoice does not grant access to the event.

• It is recommended to arrive at the bullring at least one hour in advance, check your entrance gate beforehand and find your seat calmly.

• Once the bullfight has started, access to your seat will not be permitted.

Important – Incidents

In the event of any issue, do not go to the box office, as they will not be able to offer a solution.

Please contact our customer service team directly:

• WhatsApp: +34 647 66 93 71

• Email: clientes@servitoro.com

Our team will assist you personally.

Organiser’s notes

• Duration of the event: 120 minutes.

• Arriving 1–2 hours in advance is recommended to avoid queues and crowds.

• The sale of special tickets (reduced mobility, young people, pensioners, etc.) will take place exclusively at the box office, subject to availability.

Highly anticipated bullfight at Las Ventas

Experiencing the eighth abono bullfight of San Isidro is to understand the essence of the fair: bulls with personality, bullfighters facing their truth, and a plaza that grants nothing. An afternoon for aficionados and for anyone who wants to feel why Madrid sets the rhythm of the bullfighting world.