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History of the San Juan Fair in Soria
The San Juan Fair in Soria is one of the most emblematic celebrations in Castile and León and one of the most traditional popular festivals in Spain. Its origins date back several centuries and are deeply linked to the history, culture, and bullfighting traditions of the city.
The festivities are celebrated every year around June, coinciding with the feast day of Saint John the Baptist, and are officially known as the San Juan Festival or the Festival of Our Lady. For several days, Soria comes alive with a program that combines tradition, music, gastronomy, and bullfighting events that attract thousands of visitors.
The bull is one of the main protagonists of these festivities. Popular bullfighting events are an essential part of the identity of San Juan, with deeply rooted events such as La Saca, where the bulls are driven from Mount Valonsadero to the city, a tradition that has been kept alive for generations. In addition to bull runs, bullfights, and various events related to bullfighting culture, the festivities also include bullfights and other events.
The Soria Bullring hosts important bullfights every year during the fair, bringing together leading figures in bullfighting and solidifying the city's position as a key bullfighting event on the national calendar. The combination of popular tradition and bullfighting spectacles makes the San Juan Fair an unmissable event for fans and visitors alike.
Currently, the San Juan Festival remains the most important event of the year in Soria, declared a Festival of Tourist Interest and recognized for its ability to preserve centuries-old customs that form part of Soria's cultural heritage.
