Feria de Santa Ana en El Viso

Introduction and local significance

The Feria de Santa Ana in El Viso is officially celebrated from 23 to 28 July 2026 in this town in the province of Córdoba, located in the autonomous community of Andalusia. This patron saint festival brings together locals and visitors around a series of deeply rooted traditional events in the municipality. Attending the Feria de Santa Ana in El Viso allows you to experience firsthand the most prominent summer celebrations in the Córdoba region, an event of notable interest to the area.

Historical origins and tradition

The town's festivities feature unique elements officially recognised at the Andalusian regional level. The running of the bulls (encierros) of El Viso stand out in a special way, officially declared of Tourist Interest of Andalusia due to their uniqueness and popular roots. This bullfighting tradition takes place continuously throughout all the festive days, strictly between 23 and 28 July, attracting numerous fans. Participants and organisers keep alive local customs linked to these bullfighting festivities passed down through the years in the region.

Programme and main events

The official programme for this edition includes highlights such as the musical performance by Kamikaze on Tuesday 22 July at 21:00 at the Campo de Fútbol Teodoro Pontes Prados, as part of the pre-festival events. Likewise, on Sunday 26 July at 19:30 an important bullfighting event is held at the Plaza de Toros de El Viso de Los Pedroches. This event features four steers from the Mateo y Rodrigo livestock breeding for the bullfighters Julio Benítez “El Cordobés”, Javier Moreno “Lagartijo”, Juan Romero “El Zorro” and Julio Romero. To check the rest of the detailed events and possible schedule updates, you can review the complete list available in the celebration's information sheet.

Traditional festival food

During the days of celebration of the Feria de Santa Ana in El Viso, local hospitality and establishments open in the municipality offer various dining options. Visitors can enjoy the culinary offerings available in the bars, marquees and designated spots during the course of the patron saint festivities. This aspect complements the stay of those who come to participate in the different events scheduled in the Córdoba town.

Visitor guide and where to stay

To enjoy the festivities normally and avoid fines, it is advisable to take into account the strict municipal regulations established for the specified dates. Group drinking in the street (botellón) is only permitted in the designated area located specifically behind the Parque Municipal. It is strictly forbidden to carry out this practice in other urban or peripheral areas, such as in the vicinity of the Carretera Nacional 502, and offenders may be sanctioned with fines of up to 60,000.00 euros according to Law 7/2006 of 24 October. It is advisable to book accommodation in advance in the town itself or in nearby locations to comfortably follow the night events. On days with the highest influx of the public, it is preferable to use public transport or park vehicles outside the town centre, in addition to consulting the official programme beforehand for possible schedule changes.