20/05 San Isidro (19:00) Bulls. PDF FILE

San Isidro Festival 2026: a day of character and emotion at Las Ventas

The San Isidro Festival is much more than a sequence of bullfighting events. On Wednesday 20 May, the festival presents a highly compelling bullfight thanks to its powerful combination of bull breeding and matadors.

San Isidro brings together major figures, matadors in full maturity and names looking to make their breakthrough. This mix creates daily anticipation and turns each afternoon into a unique, unrepeatable spectacle — especially when the line-up features breeding farms with strong character and identity.

Saltillo bulls for Venegas, Juan Leal and Juan de Castilla

The bulls come from Saltillo, one of the most distinctive breeding farms in the Spanish fighting bull world, renowned for its caste, stamina and demanding temperament. Bulls from this lineage offer no concessions and turn every pass into a true test, adding an extra layer of tension and excitement to the afternoon.

Facing them is a line-up of matadors with different styles but a shared goal: success in Madrid.

• José Carlos Venegas faces a key appearance to demonstrate his approach and ability against a breed that allows no mistakes.

• Juan Leal, a matador known for his raw courage and total commitment, finds in Saltillo an ideal setting for his intense, no-compromise bullfighting.

• Juan de Castilla arrives at Las Ventas determined to consolidate his name and take a decisive step forward in a bullring that is unforgiving, but ultimately rewards truth and authenticity.

A bullfight designed for the demanding aficionado — one that explains exactly why Madrid is Madrid.

The mini-encyclopaedia that teaches you how to understand bullfighting

To enjoy the event even more, you can add the Libro Toro to your purchase — a practical mini-encyclopaedia designed to explain bullfighting in a clear and accessible way.

With the Libro Toro, in just a few minutes you will learn:

• how a bullfight unfolds step by step,

• the different stages and techniques of the fight,

• the role of each participant,

• and the key details that distinguish a correct performance from an outstanding one.

It is the perfect complement both for first-time spectators and for those wishing to deepen their understanding and experience San Isidro with greater knowledge.

Buy the Libro Toro and become an expert before arriving at the bullring.

Official bullfighting tickets: buy safely with Servitoro

Buying your tickets through Servitoro guarantees security, convenience and official sales. As the official ticketing service for Las Ventas Bullring, Servitoro allows you to purchase your seats:

• from home,

• without queues,

• without waiting at the ticket office,

• and through a clear and secure purchasing process.

The promoter applies a surcharge of 10% + €12 in handling fees per ticket.

Important recommendations during purchase

• Carefully check your email address before completing your order.

• Make sure you receive our emails (purchase confirmation and order status updates).

• If you do not see them, please check all folders, including spam.

We recommend that you read Servitoro’s Terms and Conditions of Purchase carefully.

If you have any questions, our customer service team is available at:

• +34 96 330 85 93

•  WhatsApp: +34 647 66 93 71

Important information about access to the event

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

• Tickets must be printed on paper. Entry will not be allowed with digital tickets or mobile devices.

• The printed ticket must be presented at the entrance and will be validated by scanner.

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

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

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

• Once the bullfight has begun, access to seats will not be permitted.

Important – Issues or incidents

In the event of any issue, please do not go to the ticket office, as they will not be able to assist you.

You must contact our customer service team directly:

• WhatsApp: +34 647 66 93 71

• Email: clientes@servitoro.com

Organiser’s notes

• Approximate duration of the event: 120 minutes.

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

• Special tickets (reduced mobility, youth, pensioners, etc.) are sold exclusively at the ticket office, subject to availability.

This bullfight on Wednesday 20 is one of those afternoons that define the spirit of San Isidro: bulls with character, matadors with everything at stake, and a bullring that demands, excites and leaves a lasting impression. An essential date for anyone wishing to understand the true pulse of the festival.