Fiestas de la Vendimia 2026 — Jerez de la Frontera
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Jerez celebrates the start of the sherry grape harvest with the Fiestas de la Vendimia in early September, honouring the city's trio of icons — wine, horses and flamenco — with grape-treading rituals, tastings, flamenco and equestrian displays.
Highlights
- Marks the start of the sherry grape harvest in the home of sherry wine.
- Ceremonial first grape-treading and blessing of the must.
- Flamenco shows, horse parades and tastings across the city's historic bodegas.
- A more authentic, less touristy alternative to Jerez's May Horse Fair.
Practical tips
- Jerez is about an hour from Seville by train — easy as a day or overnight trip.
- Book a bodega tour/tasting in advance during festival week.
- Pair with a visit to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art.
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