Jerez Horse Fair 2027: dates and accommodation on the Costa de la Luz

Updated: 10 November 2026

The Horse Fair (Feria del Caballo) is Jerez de la Frontera's big spring festival: a week of casetas (marquees), horse and carriage parades and sherry at Parque González Hontoria, declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest. This guide sets out what we could check on 10 November 2026 in Jerez City Council's official 2026 fair guide, the Turespaña agenda (spain.info) and the press, and says clearly what is not yet confirmed. We could not open the City Council's press releases: check the dates on jerez.es before you book.

The dates at a glance

As of 10 November 2026:

2027 Horse Fair: the Turespaña agenda (spain.info) lists it from Saturday 24 April to Saturday 1 May 2027. We have not found the Jerez City Council decision setting those dates, so treat them as unconfirmed.
Who sets it: Jerez City Council, every year. For 2015 the local government board chose dates that avoided Seville's fair and the motorcycle Grand Prix; for 2023 the Council decided after consulting the tourism sector.
Jerez's 2027 local holidays are Monday 26 April and Friday 24 September (BOJA no. 210 of 29-10-2026, according to the press citing it): 26 April falls within the dates Turespaña shows, but the City Council has not yet published the Fair agreement. There is no fixed rule such as 'the week after the Grand Prix'. It is usually in May, Saturday to Saturday: 6-13 May in 2023, 17-24 May in 2025 and 9-16 May in 2026 (in 2026 it started two weeks after the Grand Prix, held on 24-26 April).
If the Turespaña dates are confirmed, in 2027 the fair would come before the MotoGP Grand Prix, not after it.
2027 timetable and programme: not published yet.

What the Horse Fair is

The essentials:

It is the most important fair in the province of Cádiz and has been declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest (stated by Jerez City Council and Turespaña).
Its roots lie in old livestock fairs; according to the City Council, the current fair began in the early 20th century.
Horses are the stars: in 2026 the horse and carriage parade ran from 13:00 to 19:30, from the second day of the fair until the closing Saturday.
It is held at Parque González Hontoria, by Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq, where the main gateway (Portada) stands. In 2026 there were 175 casetas.
Many casetas belong to brotherhoods, clubs and associations; the municipal map also shows services (police, first aid, information, accessibility).

Showground and opening hours: 2026 for reference

From the official 2026 fair guide (2027 details are not published):

Lighting-up ceremony (alumbrado): on the opening Saturday at 22:00 from the Templete Municipal, followed by fireworks.
Fairground rides: from 13:00 until the early hours.
Information point at the Portada (Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq): 13:00 to 20:00 from Sunday to the closing Saturday. City tourist office in Plaza del Arenal, mornings.
Accessibility: accessibility caseta (no. 130, Paseo de José Mercé) with adapted toilets and loan of wheelchairs and walkers. 'Quiet hours' on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 18:00 to 20:00, with no music or loudspeakers, for people with autism or other noise sensitivities.
There was also a 'punto violeta' (support point against sexual harassment) and a night-time accompaniment service for women. The City Council notes that information is subject to change.

Getting there and around: 2026 for reference

What was done in 2026 (the 2027 plan is not published):

City buses: in 2026 there were 25 new buses with higher frequency, and night service was extended until 5:00 on the busiest days.
Taxis: 240 taxis in service, the highest number until then, 71 of them from other towns (El Puerto and Sanlúcar). At peak night hours they are hard to find.
Car: road closures started on the Friday before (Calle Córdoba and Avenida de las Olimpiadas) and from the opening Saturday the showground perimeter was closed: only services, residents and owners with a permit card could enter. It is best not to drive to the fair.
Airport and train: according to Turespaña, Jerez airport has Cercanías line C-1 and Seville-Cádiz Media Distancia trains to Jerez, El Puerto de Santa María and Cádiz, plus intercity buses. Check timetables: not every train stops at the airport.
Check Jerez City Council, Renfe and the Bay of Cádiz Transport Consortium a few weeks before for the 2027 special services.

Horse Fair and the 2027 MotoGP Grand Prix

Two busy weeks in Jerez:

The 2027 Spanish MotoGP Grand Prix is on the provisional calendar for 7 to 9 May 2027 at the Circuito de Jerez-Ángel Nieto. More in our guide /jerez-motogp-spanish-grand-prix-2027-dates-accommodation.
If the fair runs from 24 April to 1 May, as Turespaña lists, there would be one week between them. Both dates may change: the fair is not confirmed by the City Council and the MotoGP calendar is provisional.
If you want to attend both, Jerez will be in high demand on two consecutive weekends. Book early and with flexible cancellation.

Where to stay: Jerez and the Costa de la Luz

The usual areas:

Jerez city centre: walking distance or a short bus ride from the showground (the Portada is on Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq), with the city atmosphere. It is the first to fill up.
Near Jerez train station: handy if you arrive by train or from the airport.
El Puerto de Santa María and Cádiz: with Cercanías trains to Jerez. Check the last train back if you stay out late; otherwise budget for a taxi.
Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Chipiona or Chiclana: to combine the fair with the beach if you drive; the trip back in the early hours is long.
Ask about minimum stays for those nights and read the cancellation policy before paying: the 2027 dates are not confirmed yet.
Look at the total price, with taxes and cleaning. Andalusia has no tourist tax (more at /andalusia-tourist-tax-2026). Check the property's number in the Andalusian Tourism Register (more at /spain-holiday-rental-registration-number-2026).
If you can, book directly with the property: you know exactly what you pay and who you deal with.

If you run a property in Jerez or on the Costa de la Luz

What travellers typically ask AI assistants about these dates:

Fair dates and how far you are from the González Hontoria showground and the station.
Minimum stay, total price and cancellation policy for those nights.
How to get back in the early hours: night bus, taxi or on foot.
Keeping this clear and up to date on your website and listings avoids wrong answers; update the dates once the City Council publishes them.
Related guide: 2027 Jerez MotoGP Grand Prix at /jerez-motogp-spanish-grand-prix-2027-dates-accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Jerez Horse Fair in 2027?

The Turespaña agenda (spain.info) lists it from Saturday 24 April to Saturday 1 May 2027. As of 10 November 2026 we have not found the Jerez City Council decision confirming it: check jerez.es before you book.

Is the fair always the week after the MotoGP Grand Prix?

No. The City Council sets the date each year. It is usually in May, Saturday to Saturday; in 2026 it ran from 9 to 16 May, two weeks after the Grand Prix. For 2027, if the Turespaña dates are confirmed, it would come before the Grand Prix (7-9 May, provisional calendar).

Where is it held?

At Parque González Hontoria in Jerez de la Frontera, with the main gateway on Avenida Alcalde Álvaro Domecq.

Do I need a ticket?

Neither the municipal guide nor the Turespaña agenda mentions an entry ticket to the showground. Many casetas belong to private organisations and may have restricted access.

How do I get to the showground without a car?

In 2026 city buses were reinforced, with night service until 5:00 on the busiest days, and 240 taxis were in service; the showground perimeter was closed to traffic. The 2027 plan is not published.

Is there a tourist tax in Jerez?

No. Andalusia has no tourist tax, so none should appear in the price.

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