El Puerto de Santa María Bullfighting Season 2026: Four Appearances by Morante

Morante de la Puebla is set to make history this summer in El Puerto. The Plaza Real of El Puerto de Santa María will host a top-class 2026 season featuring the celebrated matador on all four bullfights of the programme.

El Puerto Aims to Become the Bullfighting Capital of the Summer

The Plaza Real of El Puerto de Santa María has unveiled one of its most ambitious seasons in recent years. Coinciding with the 146th anniversary of this historic Andalusian bullring, promoter Circuitos Taurinos has presented a programme running from late July to early August, designed to establish the city as one of the leading bullfighting destinations of the Spanish summer.

The season will feature four bullfights, one novillada with picadors and a horse-mounted bullfight, as well as two practical training events aimed at supporting the next generation of bullfighters.

The programme combines established stars, emerging talents, prestigious breeding ranches and one standout name above all others: Morante de la Puebla.

Four Afternoons That Could Make History

The defining feature of this year’s season will be Morante de la Puebla’s participation in all four bullfights scheduled during the festival.

His commitment represents a remarkable milestone in the recent history of the Plaza Real and highlights the outstanding form enjoyed by the Sevillian maestro. Appearing throughout the entire series makes this season a truly exceptional occasion, one rarely seen in a bullring of this stature.

Morante will share the bill with some of the biggest names in modern bullfighting, creating combinations that bring together many of the sport’s leading figures.

A Festival of Stars, Young Talent and Local Pride

Alongside Morante, the season will feature leading matadors including Alejandro Talavante, Juan Ortega, Roca Rey, Pablo Aguado, José María Manzanares, Borja Jiménez and David de Miranda.

The programme also gives prominence to local talent. Young bullfighters Víctor Barroso and Gonzalo Capdevila, both from El Puerto, will feature in the opening event, while local matador Daniel Crespo will appear in one of the season’s most anticipated bullfights.

The blend of national stars and local representatives strengthens the connection between the bullring and its supporters, a key factor in the growth of the season in recent years.

Horse-Mounted Bullfighting Takes Centre Stage Once Again

The programme also includes a major event for enthusiasts of horse-mounted bullfighting.

On Friday 7 August, a prestigious Iberian horse-mounted bullfight will be staged as a tribute to Álvaro Domecq Romero. The event will be headlined by Diego Ventura, widely regarded as the leading figure in modern rejoneo, alongside prominent Portuguese and Spanish specialists.

The participation of leading riders from both countries reflects a tradition that remains deeply rooted in the Cádiz region and adds further variety to an already outstanding programme.

Institutional Support and Commitment to the Future

The official presentation highlighted the importance of the season for the city from a cultural, tourism and economic perspective.

The practical training sessions scheduled for late July once again demonstrate a commitment to nurturing future generations of bullfighters, providing valuable opportunities for students from bullfighting schools and helping to secure the future of the sport.

The support of local institutions and the loyalty of the fans have played a crucial role in the continued growth of a bullring that is steadily strengthening its position within Spain’s bullfighting calendar.

2026 Summer Season Line-up in El Puerto

Friday 31 July – Novillada with Picadors (8:00 pm)

Young bulls from Rocío de la Cámara and Cortijo de la Sierra for:

Víctor Barroso
Gonzalo Capdevila
Samuel Castrejón
Antonio Santana (with picadors)

Saturday 1 August – Bullfight (8:00 pm)

Bulls from Álvaro Núñez for:

Morante de la Puebla
Alejandro Talavante
Juan Ortega

Sunday 2 August – Bullfight (8:00 pm)

Bulls from Núñez del Cuvillo for:

Morante de la Puebla
Roca Rey
Pablo Aguado

Friday 7 August – Horse-Mounted Bullfight (10:00 pm)

Bulls from El Freixo for:

Morante de la Puebla
José María Manzanares
Daniel Crespo

Saturday 8 August – Bullfight (8:00 pm)

Bulls from San Pelayo for:

Rui Fernandes
Diego Ventura
Joao Moura Caetano
Andrés Romero
Sebastián Fernández
Duarte Fernandes

Sunday 9 August – Bullfight (8:00 pm)

Bulls from Hermanos García Jiménez for:

Morante de la Puebla
Borja Jiménez
David de Miranda

A Season Set to Define the Summer

The combination of star matadors, prestigious breeding ranches, Morante de la Puebla’s unprecedented four appearances and the involvement of local talent make El Puerto de Santa María one of the standout bullfighting destinations of 2026.

Although concentrated into just ten days, the season is packed with attractions and once again confirms the Plaza Real as an essential venue for anyone looking to experience the most important events of the bullfighting year.

Buy Your Tickets for El Puerto de Santa María

Season passes and special three-event packages are now available through Servitoro, offering the ideal way to enjoy several afternoons of top-class bullfighting while benefiting from discounted prices and some of the best seats in the bullring.

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