Fiesta de la Vendimia D.O. Rueda 2026

Programme, Feria del Vino Hours & Tickets (9–11 October) of Fiesta de la Vendimia D.O. Rueda 2026

Published 8 October 2026 · Sources: D.O. Rueda press releases, official organiser advertisement and press coverage of the official presentation · Category: Events & Wine Tourism, Valladolid (Spain)

The XXXVI Fiesta de la Vendimia de la D.O. Rueda takes over the town of Rueda in the province of Valladolid from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October 2026. Around thirty wineries pour their Verdejo whites at the Feria del Vino in the Plaza Mayor, the journalist Jaime Cantizano delivers the official proclamation, and the weekend closes with the blessing of the grapes and the traditional grape treading.

What is the Fiesta de la Vendimia de la D.O. Rueda?

The festival marks the end of the grape harvest in the Denominación de Origen Rueda, the leading appellation for quality white wines in Spain and the home of the Verdejo grape. It is organised by the Consejo Regulador de la D.O. Rueda and the Ayuntamiento de Rueda, sponsored by the Diputación de Valladolid and supported by Cajamar and the Ruta del Vino de Rueda. Each year the festival honours the work of growers and wineries from the 74 municipalities that make up the appellation.

Honours 2026: Medina del Campo and Bodegas De Alberto

This year Medina del Campo is the Municipio de Honor, in recognition of its historic links with wine and with the D.O. Rueda. Bodegas De Alberto is the Bodega de Honor; its De Alberto VORR was the first Rueda wine to reach 100 points in Tim Atkin's Rueda Top 100. The distinction will be collected by the winery's managing director, Carmen San Martín. Both awards are presented on Sunday 11 October during the central act.

Full programme, 9–11 October 2026

Programme of the XXXVI Fiesta de la Vendimia D.O. Rueda

Date	Time	Event	Place	Type
Fri 9 Oct	Not published	Traditional grape gleaning (rebusca) and grape treading by pupils of Colegio Nuestra Señora de la Asunción	Rueda	Tradition / Family
Fri 9 Oct	Not published	Book presentation by author Germán Delibes Caballero, grandson of the writer Miguel Delibes	Rueda	Culture
Sat 10 Oct	12:00–16:00 and 18:00–23:00	Feria del Vino D.O. Rueda with around 30 wineries, food from Alimentos de Valladolid and daily live music	Plaza Mayor de Rueda	Wine fair / Tasting
Sat 10 Oct	Not published	XXIII Feria Artesanal de la Vendimia (crafts fair)	Rueda	Crafts fair
Sat 10 Oct	Not published	Toro de la Vendimia, barrel-assembly demonstration, wine tourism and gastronomy activities	Rueda	Tradition / Demonstration
Sat 10 Oct	Not published	Live music performances	Rueda	Music
Sun 11 Oct	12:00–17:00	Feria del Vino D.O. Rueda continues, with live music	Plaza Mayor de Rueda	Wine fair / Tasting
Sun 11 Oct	Not published	Central act: blessing of the grapes, proclamation (pregón) by Jaime Cantizano, honours to Medina del Campo and Bodegas De Alberto, traditional grape treading	Rueda	Official ceremony
Sun 11 Oct	Not published	National quick-painting contest and barrel-painting contest	Rueda	Art competition
Sun 11 Oct	Not published	Classic vehicle gathering	Rueda	Motor show
Sun 11 Oct	Not published	Paella popular (community paella)	Rueda	Gastronomy
Sun 11 Oct	Not published	Live music performances	Rueda	Music

Note on times: The published programme summary gives opening hours only for the Feria del Vino. Exact start times and venues for the other events were not included, so check the official D.O. Rueda and Ayuntamiento de Rueda channels on the day.

Feria del Vino: hours, price and what is included

Feria del Vino D.O. Rueda at a glance

Date	Time	Event	Place	Type
Sat 10 Oct	12:00–16:00 and 18:00–23:00	Open tasting fair with ~30 wineries	Plaza Mayor de Rueda	Wine fair
Sun 11 Oct	12:00–17:00	Open tasting fair with ~30 wineries	Plaza Mayor de Rueda	Wine fair
Both days	During fair hours	€10 tasting kit: 1 wine glass, 1 glass holder and 5 tasting tokens	Plaza Mayor de Rueda	Tickets

• Price: €10 for the glass, glass holder and five tasting tokens for D.O. Rueda wines.
• Stock: the offer is valid while glass stocks last.
• Advance tickets: discounted advance sales are advertised through Oferplan, the offers platform of El Norte de Castilla.
• Age limit: the sale of alcohol to under-18s is prohibited.
• Pairings: you can pair your wine with products from Alimentos de Valladolid.

Why visit Rueda for the Vendimia?

Rueda is known for crisp, aromatic whites made from Verdejo, and the Fiesta de la Vendimia is the easiest way to taste the work of dozens of wineries in a single square. The programme mixes wine, tradition and family activities, from children treading grapes on Friday to the classic car gathering and community paella on Sunday. Combine your visit with the Ruta del Vino de Rueda to add winery visits in the surrounding villages.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Fiesta de la Vendimia D.O. Rueda 2026?

From Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October 2026 in Rueda (Valladolid). It is the 36th edition.

When is the Feria del Vino open?

Saturday 10 October from 12:00 to 16:00 and from 18:00 to 23:00, and Sunday 11 October from 12:00 to 17:00, in the Plaza Mayor.

How much does it cost to taste the wines?

The €10 kit includes a glass, a glass holder and five tasting tokens.

Who gives the official proclamation?

The journalist and broadcaster Jaime Cantizano, on Sunday 11 October during the central act.

Sources: D.O. Rueda press releases (dorueda.com); official advertisement in El Norte de Castilla, 6 October 2026; Diario de Valladolid and La Voz de Medina, 2 October 2026. Tags: Fiesta de la Vendimia Rueda 2026, D.O. Rueda, Feria del Vino Rueda, Verdejo, Valladolid events, wine festival Spain, Jaime Cantizano, Ruta del Vino de Rueda, October 2026, wine tourism

Toro Fiesta de la Vendimia 2026

Full Programme, Dates, Times & Venues (8–12 October) of Toro Fiesta de la Vendimia 2026

Published 8 October 2026 · Source: official programme of the Ayuntamiento de Toro · Category: Events & Wine Tourism, Zamora (Spain)

From 8 to 12 October 2026, the historic town of Toro in the province of Zamora celebrates its Fiesta de la Vendimia, the wine harvest festival, officially declared a Festival of Regional Tourist Interest. Five days of wine tastings, a traditional parade of decorated carts, folk music, a medieval market and late-night DJ sessions turn the town into one of Castilla y León's most atmospheric autumn destinations.

What is the Fiesta de la Vendimia in Toro?

Toro is the capital of the D.O. Toro wine region, famous for its powerful red wines made from Tinta de Toro grapes. Every October the town honours the grape harvest with a programme that mixes tradition and culture, a medieval market and a lively scene of vendimia stalls (casetas) and hospitality venues. The official programme is published by the Ayuntamiento de Toro and several events are organised with the Ruta del Vino de Toro and the Consejo Regulador D.O. Toro, with Turismo Zamora (Diputación de Zamora) among the logos shown on the programme.

Official opening: Pregón and Brindis

The festival opens on Thursday 8 October at 20:00 at the Teatro Latorre with the official proclamation (pregón) by Eusebio Sacristán Mena, a former Spanish footballer who played for Real Valladolid, Atlético de Madrid, FC Barcelona and Celta de Vigo, was part of Johan Cruyff's "Dream Team" and won the 1992 European Cup. He is now linked to the wine world through Bodega Quinta Quietud in Toro. The official toast to the new harvest follows, with a concert by Abrojo Folk, who celebrate 30 years on stage. Entry is free until the venue is full.

Main programme: tradition and culture

Main programme, Toro Fiesta de la Vendimia 2026 (tradition and culture)

Date	Time	Event	Place	Type
Thu 8 Oct	20:00	Official Pregón by Eusebio Sacristán, Official Toast and concert by Abrojo Folk (free until full)	Teatro Latorre	Official ceremony / Concert
Fri 9 Oct	17:00–20:00	I Photocall Ruta del Vino de Toro (first 500 people get a printed photo; prize draw for two experience packs)	Plaza Mayor	Wine tourism / Activity
Fri 9 Oct	17:30	VIII Cata Popular de Vinos (€10, tickets at sponsoring venues; includes glass and programme)	Plaza Mayor (Glorieta)	Wine tasting
Fri 9 Oct	21:30	VIII Noche Flamenca Solidaria "Vendimia 2026" (€10 donation; proceeds go to cancer research)	Teatro Latorre	Flamenco / Charity
Sat 10 Oct	09:00–16:00	XXX Certamen de Pintura Rápida Vendimia 2026 (registration at the Tourist Office)	Toro (registration: Oficina de Turismo)	Art competition
Sat 10 Oct	12:00	Cata de Vino Vendimia 2026, organised by Consejo Regulador D.O. Toro	Liceo Teatro Latorre	Wine tasting
Sat 10 Oct	12:30	IX Taller Wine Mixology "Italia en origen, Toro en la copa" (€18, booking by WhatsApp 651 693 849, limited capacity)	Salón Fundación Villachica (Antiguo Seminario)	Workshop / Wine
Sat 10 Oct	16:00	Exhibition of paintings from the Pintura Rápida contest	Plaza Mayor (Glorieta)	Exhibition
Sat 10 Oct	18:00	Jury verdict and prizes for the painting, literary and drawing contests (1st prize €1,600 + wine case)	Salón de Plenos, Ayuntamiento de Toro	Awards
Sat 10 Oct	18:30	XVIII Concurso Comarcal de Vinos Caseros "Premios Lagarejo"	Salón de Plenos, Ayuntamiento de Toro	Wine competition
Sat 10 Oct	20:30	XIII Festival Nacional de Folklore "Ciudad de Toro" with Labranza (Holguera), El Corro (Tordesillas) and Tío Babú (Toro)	Plaza Mayor	Folklore
Sat 10 Oct	22:00	Verbena con Vaquillas with DJ Perinda (€5; organised by Toros Puerta Grande)	Plaza de Toros	Party / Verbena
Sun 11 Oct	12:00	Traditional Parade of Decorated Carts (Desfile de Carros Engalanados) with music and traditional dances; prizes for best cart, best baskets and "Lagarejo" wines	Plaza de San Francisco → Rejadorada → Calle El Sol → Plaza de Santa Marina → Puerta del Mercado → Plaza Mayor	Parade / Tradition
Sun 11 Oct	21:00	IV Zaranda Folk Festival with Ringorrango and Delameseta	Plaza Mayor	Folk concert
Tue 20 Oct	See official poster	XVIII Concurso Oficial Clasificatorio Cuchara de Palo 2026 (fishing competition, Club Deportivo de Pesca Rioazul)	See official poster (it mentions Villaralbo)	Sports competition

The Desfile de Carros: the heart of the festival

The highlight for visitors and photographers is the traditional parade of decorated carts on Sunday 11 October at 12:00. Carts are dressed in the old style, with grapes, baskets and vine leaves, accompanied by traditional music and dances. Groups scheduled include Banda la Lira de Toro, Asociación Tío Babú, Asociación Tierras Llanas, Ximielga La Saya (Avilés), Jotas Castellanas Alborada con los Dulzapiteros (Aguilar de Campoo), Asociación Santa Águeda (Valdefinjas), the Gigantes y Cabezudos of Toro, Charanza, Ronduero, Tradymupo and El Corro (Tordesillas).

Medieval Market, 6 to 12 October

Alongside the wine events, Toro hosts a Mercado Medieval with itinerant street music, falconry displays, workshops and fire shows. The programme heading gives the market's dates as 6 to 12 October, but the detailed timetable only lists Thursday 8 to Monday 12 October. According to the programme, activities are itinerant, and static activities are detailed on the market's own poster.

Medieval Market timetable, 8–12 October 2026

Date	Time	Event	Place	Type
Thu 8 Oct	18:00–21:30	Market opens 18:00; musical street parades 18:30, 20:30, 21:30; falconry display 19:30	Itinerant (see Medieval Market poster)	Medieval market
Fri 9 Oct	11:00–21:00	Opening 11:00; street parades 12:00, 13:15, 17:30, 20:00, 21:00; surprise flights 12:30; honey-extraction workshop by Miel de Campos 17:00; face-painting workshop 18:00; falconry 19:00; lunch break 14:00–17:00	Itinerant (see Medieval Market poster)	Medieval market / Workshops
Sat 10 Oct	11:00–21:30	Opening 11:00; static dance 12:30; street parades with Upsala Medieval 18:00, 19:00, 20:00; falconry 19:30; fire show 21:30; break 14:00–17:00	Itinerant (see Medieval Market poster)	Medieval market / Show
Sun 11 Oct	11:00–21:30	Opening 11:00; static dance 13:00; street parades with dance 17:30, 19:00, 20:00; falconry 19:30; fire show 21:30; break 14:00–17:00	Itinerant (see Medieval Market poster)	Medieval market / Show
Mon 12 Oct	11:00–21:30	Opening 11:00; "El carro del hombre lobo" 12:30 and 18:00; falconry 19:30; parade with dance 20:00; market closes 21:30; break 14:00–17:00	Itinerant (see Medieval Market poster)	Medieval market / Show

Vendimia stalls, hospitality and nightlife

From 8 to 12 October the Casetas de Vendimia serve food and drinks without a break from 12:00 to 02:00. Bars and stalls also host DJ sessions and afternoon tardeos.

Casetas, DJs and hospitality events, 9–11 October 2026

Date	Time	Event	Place	Type
8–12 Oct	12:00–02:00	Casetas de Vendimia, continuous opening	Town centre stalls	Food & drink
Fri 9 Oct	23:00	DJ Abad	Casetas San Francisco	DJ session
Sat 10 Oct	17:00	Vendimia musical tardeo with the group Vandidos (Bar LaTinta)	Plazoleta a la sombra del Ayuntamiento	Live music
Sat 10 Oct	23:00	DJ Piojo	Casetas Santa Marina	DJ session
Sun 11 Oct	14:00	Vermut with DJ del Teso	Casetas San Francisco	DJ / Vermouth session
Sun 11 Oct	17:00	Vendimia musical tardeo (Bar Manoa)	Calle Cerrada	Live music
Sun 11 Oct	23:30	DJ Tebe Rivera (Bar Arco del Reloj)	Arco del Reloj	DJ session

Good to know: The programme notes that the painting contest prizes are subject to a 19% IRPF withholding, and that registration for the home-made wine contest ran at the Tourist Office until Thursday 8 October, with each participant handing in one bottle of wine. Times can change, so check the official Ayuntamiento de Toro channels for last-minute updates.

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Plan your visit to Toro

• Best day for photos: Sunday 11 October, the parade of decorated carts (12:00), followed by evening folk music in Plaza Mayor.
• Best day for wine lovers: Friday 9 and Saturday 10 October, with the Cata Popular, the D.O. Toro tasting and the Wine Mixology workshop.
• Family-friendly: the Medieval Market with falconry, face painting and street theatre.
• Wine tourism: extend your trip with the Ruta del Vino de Toro (www.rutavinotoro.com), with winery visits, tastings and local gastronomy.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Fiesta de la Vendimia in Toro 2026?

From Thursday 8 to Monday 12 October 2026. The programme heading for the Medieval Market says 6 to 12 October, but its detailed timetable starts on 8 October.

What time is the parade of carts?

The Desfile de Carros Engalanados starts on Sunday 11 October at 12:00 and ends in Plaza Mayor.

Is the opening event free?

Yes. The Pregón and Official Toast with Abrojo Folk at Teatro Latorre are free until capacity is reached.

How much does the Cata Popular cost?

€10, with tickets sold at the sponsoring venues (Bar LaTinta and El Cabildo).

Source: Official programme "TORO 2026 – Fiesta de la Vendimia", Ayuntamiento de Toro. Tags: Toro Vendimia 2026, Fiesta de la Vendimia, Toro wine festival, Zamora events, Ruta del Vino de Toro, desfile de carros, medieval market Toro, October 2026 Spain, wine tourism

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