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