Running of the Bulls 2026: Pamplona Camping & Travel Packages | Stoke Travel
Running of the Bulls 2026: The Legendary Pamplona Campsite & Packages
Since 2008, Stoke Travel has been the heartbeat of the San Fermin Festival, hosting the wildest, most legendary campsite in Pamplona. We don’t just offer a place to sleep; we throw Spain’s biggest campsite party to complement the madness in the streets.
San Fermin is a week of absolute chaos, dancing, sangria showers, and adrenaline. Every morning, you have the chance to outrun massive bulls in the daily Running of the Bulls (Encierro)—an optional 8:00 AM date with destiny (and bravery/stupidity). But the real magic happens afterwards, during the 24-hour street fiestas.
Whether you’re here to run for your life or just dance for your soul, our Pamplona travel packages put you in the thick of the action with hundreds of like-minded legends from around the world.
San Fermin 2026 Dates: Mark Your Calendar
Festival Dates: July 4th – July 15th, 2026
The Opening Ceremony (Chupinazo): July 6th.
Pro tip: Get here on the 5th. You do not want to miss the night before.
Daily Bull Runs: Every morning from July 7th – July 14th.
Closing Party: Night of July 14th (Pobre de Mí).
Pick Your Poison: Our Running of the Bulls Packages
We’ve sliced up the festival to fit your schedule and your stamina. From the explosive opening to the emotional closing, here’s how you can join the Stoke fam.
The Opening Ceremony Package(The Chupinazo)July 5-9
The Vibe: Pure, unadulterated madness. This is the bucket-list event. The Lowdown: You’ll be there for the Chupinazo on July 6th—when a rocket is fired, and Pamplona instantly turns into a sea of red and white sangria-soaked chaos. Includes: Early arrival privileges and the wildest opening night parties at our campsite.
The Weekender Package July 9-12
The Vibe: Short, sharp, and shocking. The Lowdown: Perfect for those escaping the 9-to-5 or adding a spice of danger to their Europe trip. Get your fix of bulls, booze, and brotherhood without needing a week to recover. Includes: 3 night stay over the weekend (July 9-12) with full campsite access.
The Closing Ceremony Package July 12-15
The Vibe: The emotional send-off. The Lowdown: Catch the final bull run and the Pobre de Mí (Poor Me) ceremony on July 14th. It’s a candlelit spectacle where the whole city sings a mournful song to say adios to the fiesta. Includes: The last run, the closing ceremony, and one final massive campsite blowout.
The DIY & Build-Your-Own Package July 4-15
The Vibe: Total freedom. You’re the boss. The Lowdown: Hate strict itineraries? This package is for the control freaks and the free spirits. It’s the bare-bones entry to the festival. You get your spot to sleep and full access to the campsite facilities (pool, parties, showers). The Add-Ons: Want the legendary unlimited open bar? Need an outfit? You decide. Unlike our all-inclusive packages, you only pay for the extras you actually want. Build the fiesta that fits your budget. ⚠️A Note for the Bargain Hunters: While the DIY package is easy on the wallet upfront, remember that you’ll be paying “à la carte” for the essentials. By the time you add on your open bar, your festival outfit, and daily shuttle buses, you’ll have spent way more than if you’d just booked one of the inclusive packages.
Van Life at Running of the Bulls: The Ultimate Pit Stop
Calling all van-lifers! We know that navigating Pamplona during San Fermin is a nightmare, and finding safe street parking for your rig is basically impossible. Skip the stress and bring your home-on-wheels to the Stoke Travel Campsite.
We offer the best Running of the Bulls campervan setup in the region: a secure, guarded spot for your van, access to our swimming pool and hot showers, and a massive party with hundreds of other international travelers.
The Deal: You pay the standard camping rate per person to join the party, and we let you park your van for free. It’s the ultimate Spain van life hack—park up safely, catch our shuttle to the bull run, and come back to sleep in your own bed (or ours, we won’t judge).
Select “BYO Van” at checkout to secure your spot!
What’s Included? (The Good Stuff)
Stoke Travel is San Fermin’s nicer (and naughtier) camping option. We handle the boring logistics so you can focus on the fiesta.
⛺ Where You Crash: Pre-erected twin-share tents with camping mats and sleeping bags included.
(Want to be fancy? Upgrade to Air-conditioned Dorms or bring your own campervan).
🍳🍾 Hangover Cures: Tasty hot and cold breakfast with bottomless mimosas every morning to get you back in the game.
🍻 The Legendary Open Bar: Unlimited beer and sangria between 10am and 10pm (Add-on: €15/day). Yes, unlimited.
💃🏻 The Vibes: Music all day, DJs, live bands, and pool parties right at the campsite.
⚡ Power Up: 24-hour power stations to charge your phone (so you can prove you survived).
🏃🐂 Expert Guidance: Guides to the Chupinazo (opening), the daily encierros (bull runs), and all the festivities.
More Than Just a Run: Campsite Parties & Spanish Activities
Believe it or not, there’s more to this week than running for your life from cattle. We’ve curated a lineup of San Fermin activities that balances cultural immersion with absolute debauchery.
At the Campsite (The Stoke Bubble):
Poolside Recovery: It’s hot in Pamplona. Cool off in our onsite swimming pool—the perfect place to wash away the dust, sweat, and sangria stains from the night before. Hangover Yoga: Join our “recovery” yoga sessions. It’s less about finding your inner chakra and more about stretching out your hamstrings so you can outrun a bull (or just dance until 4 AM again). The Drinking Olympics: Think you’re good at beer pong? Prove it. We host massive tournaments, stack cup championships, and drinking games that transcend language barriers. Campsite Sports: For those with energy to burn (who are you?), join in on pickup games of volleyball, football, or rugby on the campsite grounds.
In Town (The Culture):
Parades & Giants: Witness the traditional “Giants and Big Heads” parade—a trippy Navarrese tradition you have to see to believe. Local Gastronomy: We’ll point you toward the best pintxos (tapas) bars and local wine spots in Navarre to fuel up before the fiesta. The Fiesta: It’s the world’s biggest street party. We guide you to the best squares, the wildest crowds, and the hidden spots only the locals (and Stoke veterans) know about.
Keep The Fiesta Going: More Stoke Spanish Offerings
Don’t let the party stop in Pamplona. Combine your bull run with our other iconic Spanish activities and festivals: San Sebastian Surf Camp: Only an hour away. Swap the bulls for boards. Recover with surf, yoga, and chill vibes in the lush hills of the Basque Country. Barcelona City Break: The ultimate city playground. Join us for boat parties, cooking classes, and nights out in the Gothic Quarter. San Vino (The Wine Fight): Late June in Haro. It’s a literal battle with thousands of litres of red wine. It happens right before San Fermin—the perfect warm-up. La Tomatina: The world’s biggest food fight in Bunol (Valencia) this August. If you survived the bulls, you can survive the tomatoes.
The Running of the Bulls 2026 Packages: What to Expect
Think of this not just as a trip, but as a city-wide, sangria-soaked street party. We’re talking live music, DJs in the plazas, fireworks, and plenty of Spanish good times.
Stoke Travel’s Pamplona packages are designed to keep the fiesta going 24/7. We throw massive campsite parties to complement the madness in town. Your stay includes:
All-Inclusive Camping: Pre-erected tents with mats and sleeping bags (no wrestling with tent poles).
The Cure: Tasty hot and cold breakfast with bottomless mimosas every morning.
The Liquid Courage: Access to our open beer, wine, and sangria bar between 10am and 10pm (an optional add-on for just €15/day).
The Crowd: An open-minded international crew ready to become your new best friends.
Pamplona’s San Fermin 2026: The Party vs. The Bulls
The bull run that both Pamplona and San Fermin are infamous for isn’t for everybody—including us. We won’t stop you if you want to run, watch from a balcony, or ignore it entirely.
What really excites Stoke Travel is the other 23 hours and 55 minutes of the day. When the bulls aren’t running, the city is raging. From the exploding Chupinazo on July 6th, the street parties, clubs, and bars never stop. There are live bands in every square and fireworks lighting up the night. You’ll be celebrating with absolute legends from across Spain and around the world. It really is one of the greatest parties on earth.
San Fermin Essentials: History, Traditions & Rules
To truly appreciate the absolute madness of San Fermin, you have to understand the tradition behind the party. While the world knows it as the Running of the Bulls, locals know it as a centuries-old religious festival (and bender) honoring Saint Fermin, the patron saint of Navarre.
Why Do We Wear Red & White?
The traditional uniform is non-negotiable. If you don’t want to stick out like a clueless tourist, you need to suit up.
All White: Originally to represent the holiness of the Saint. Conveniently, it also looks great covered in the gallons of Sangria you’ll inevitably be wearing.
The Red Scarf (Pañuelo): Worn around the neck to honor the martyrdom of Saint Fermin. The Golden Rule: You only tie the scarf around your neck after the opening rocket (Chupinazo) on July 6th, and you sadly untie it during the closing ceremony (Pobre de Mí) on July 14th.
The History of the Run (El Encierro)
The run started back in the 14th century as a practical way to transport bulls from the corrals to the bullring. Over time, butchers and young daredevils started jumping in front of the beasts to prove they had cojones. Today, it has evolved into the world’s most famous adrenaline rush.
The Rules of the Run (Don’t Be An Idiot)
Participating in the Running of the Bulls is free, but it’s not a joke. The police and locals take it very seriously. If you plan to run, follow these rules to avoid a fine—or a horn.
18+ Only: No minors.
Yes, Girls Can Run: Forget the old-school myths. Can girls run with the bulls? Absolutely. While it used to be a boys’ club, women have been running (and surviving) for years. The bulls are equal-opportunity chasers, so if you’ve got the nerve, you’re in.
Zero Alcohol: If you look drunk, police will pull you off the street immediately. Save the drinking for after you survive the run.
Don’t Touch the Bulls: They aren’t pets. Taunting or touching the bulls is strictly forbidden and incredibly dangerous.
Run Forward: Never stand still or run backwards towards the bulls.
If You Fall, Stay Down: If you trip, curl into a ball, cover your head, and stay on the ground. The bulls will jump over you; if you try to stand up, you risk being gored. The locals will pick you up when it is safe.
More Than a Run: Traditional Spanish Activities
Beyond the bulls and the booze, San Fermin is a showcase of authentic Spanish activities. Shake off the hangover to catch the Parade of Giants and Big Heads (Gigantes y Cabezudos) dancing through the streets every morning, watch the world-class international fireworks contests at the Citadel, and join the emotional singing of the Pobre de Mí by candlelight to close out the best week of your life.
Your Poolside HQ: The Stoke Campsite
Many travelers say the campsite is their favorite part of the festival. Why? Because it’s a grassy, riverside oasis with a swimming pool—the perfect environment to chill out when the Spanish sun (or the hangover) hits too hard.
We’ve created a space to party outside of the chaos of Sanfermines. Our camp chefs serve up hot brunch buffets to get you back on your feet, and the mimosas start flowing early. Whether you’re dancing your socks off at our campsite DJ sets or passing out in your pre-made tent, it’s the ultimate home base.
LET’S KEEP THESE GOOD VIBES GOING…
Conveniently, the North of Spain is host to a bunch of festivities around the same time, just a stones throw from each other. La Batalla del Vino – or San Vino Wine Fight – kicks off our season of Spanish festivals in the infamous wine region of La Rioja, just a week before the festivities of San Fermin kick off in Pamplona. Best way to pad out that time in between? Hit the coast of the Basque Country with a stay at our San Sebastian Surf House.
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Please make sure you’ve already selected your pick-up time for your arrival day, if you have not, check the times below and email info@stoketravel.com. Bookings close 24 hours before departure.
Daily Itinerary: Bull Runs, Parties & Festival Schedule
Note: The beauty of Stoke Travel is flexibility. This is a guide to the madness, but you can choose your own adventure.
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July 4th - The Campsite Warm-Up
08:00 AM: Campsite opens! Check into your pre-erected tent (or air-conditioned dorm) and grab a welcome beer.
DAYTIME: Pool parties, DJ sets, and meeting your new festival family.
EVENING:Fourth of July celebration! We kick off with a massive BBQ, drinking games, and live music to start the week of Spanish activities with a bang.
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July 5th - The Calm Before The Storm
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Freshly cooked breakfast paired with bottomless mimosas will be served
AFTERNOON: Head into Pamplona to explore the city walls and get your bearings before the crowds arrive. Pick up your traditional Red & White outfit (mandatory for tomorrow!).
NIGHT: The pre-fiesta party at the campsite heats up.
Pro Tip: Arrive today to make sure you don’t miss the start of The Chupinazo on the 6th – otherwise it’ll be chaos!!!
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July 6th - The Opening Ceremony (The Chupinazo)
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Freshly cooked breakfast paired with bottomless mimosas will be served. You need to be fueled up.
10:00 AM: Stoke buses depart for the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Shuttle tickets will be available for purchase at campsite ticket office (or they are included in one of our packages).
12:00 PM (Noon):THE CHUPINAZO. The official rocket is fired, and thousands of people tie their red scarves. The San Fermin Festival officially begins!
5:00 PM: Afternoon bus back to the campsite to keep the party going!
6:00 PM – 12:00 PM: Enjoy what the campsite has to offer from things like DJs, live music, sporting competitions, the pool, and food! Make the most of our open bar till it runs dry at 10:00 pm, and party!
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July 7th - The First Bull Run & San Fermin Day
5:30 AM: Wake up call for runners (optional). Bus to town.
7:00 AM: Participants in the bull run need to be in place, ready to run!
*If you are not in your spot by 7:30am, you will be not allowed to run. The first day of the run 50% of participants will get dragged off the track by the police prior to the run, due to overcrowding, so factor 2 bull run mornings into your stay if you’re hoping to run!*
08:00 AM:The First Running of the Bulls (El Encierro). Watch 6 fighting bulls sprint 875 meters to the bullring.
09:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Giants and Big Heads Parade (Gigantes y Cabezudos). A must-see traditional family activity.
10:00 AM:Procession of San Fermin. A traditional parade through the Old Town honoring the saint.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Freshly cooked bottomless brunch will be served
1:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Stay at camp and float down the river with a drink in hand. Or hit up the town’s many bars, restaurants, street parties, ceremonies, and concerts.
9:00 PM: Head back into town to enjoy the crazy, never-ending street party on Pamplona. Live bands and DJs will be in every city square, park and plaza!
11:00 PM:International Fireworks Contest. Watch the world’s best pyrotechnics at the Citadel park.
1:00 AM: Last bus from Pamplona City Centre to the Campsite heads back – don’t miss it unless you want a night in the bus station!
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July 8th-13th - Daily Bull Runs
5:30 AM: Pamplona Express Busses will be transporting people to town to prepare for the race. If you aren’t running with the bulls, you can use the Pamplona Express to go into town throughout the day for parties, concerts and the fireworks displays! Tickets will be available for purchase at campsite ticket office.
7:00 AM: If you didn’t manage to run the first day, get in place, to be ready to run!
8:00 AM: The race begins!
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Freshly cooked brunch paired with bottomless mimosas will be served
1:00 PM – 12:00 PM: Head to town for tapas (pintxos), bullfights (optional), or stick to the unlimited open bar at camp.
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July 14th - The Closing Ceremony (Pobre de Mí)
5:30 AM: Pamplona Express Busses will be transporting people to town to prepare for the race. If you aren’t running with the bulls, you can use the Pamplona Express to go into town throughout the day for parties, concerts and the fireworks displays! Tickets will be available for purchase at campsite ticket office.
7:00 AM: If you didn’t manage to run yet this is your last chance! Get in place, to be ready to run!
8:00 AM: The final Running of the Bulls (usually the fastest and most dangerous).
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Freshly cooked brunch paired with bottomless mimosas will be served
6:00 PM: If you’re at the campsite, let’s all get onto the bus and make our way into the city centre for the Closing Ceremony, a final night of epic festivities – rides, music, singing and dancing, and plenty plenty of boozing
11:00 PM: Firework show begins! There are firework shows every night at 11pm.
MIDNIGHT:Pobre de Mí (Poor Me). The emotional closing ceremony at Plaza Consistorial. We remove our red scarves and sing the traditional song by candlelight.
1:00 AM: Catch the last bus back to the campsite.
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July 15th - Adios & Recovery
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Freshly cooked brunch paired with bottomless mimosas will be served
10:00 AM: You need to have your stuff out of your tent or dorm – we have on-site luggage storage if you want to hang around for a few more beers or sangrias before leaving us
Time to leave! You have a few options now
catch the Pamplona Express bus into town and head to your next adventure!
ride with us to Barcelona, Madrid, San Sebastian or Lisbon
Bulls Opening Ceremony Address: Plaza Consistorial, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra
Bull run and meeting point Address: Plaza del Castillo, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra, Spanje
The address of the bus station in Pamplona: Estación de Autobuses de Pamplona, Calle Yanguas y Miranda, 2, 31003 Pamplona, Navarra, Spanje
*Please note the stoke buses are parked at the bottom level of the bus station, in the travel company car park and not the public one!
The Stoke Travel Campsite is located just 30 minutes outside of Pamplona city center. We chose this spot for a reason: it’s the only campsite with natural shade, grassy riverside pitches, and a swimming pool.
While staying in the city center during San Fermin means sleepless nights, expensive hotels, and zero personal space, our location offers a sanctuary. You get the madness of the fiesta just a bus ride away, but you can actually sleep, recover, and cool off in the pool when you need to.
Getting to Pamplona & The Campsite
Our Running of the Bulls packages offer total flexibility: meet us directly at the campsite in Pamplona or jump on one of our legendary festival return transfers departing from Spain’s major hubs.
From Barcelona: The crowd favorite! If you’re starting your Spanish summer in Barcelona, the only logical next step is the madness of San Fermin. Hop on the Stoke Party Bus for a scenic drive through the Pyrenees foothills directly to the campsite. It’s the perfect option if you’re staying at our partner One Fam Hostels in BCN.
From San Sebastian: Literally a stone’s throw away. Our San Sebastian Surf House is the ultimate pre-game spot before heading south to the bulls. It’s a quick 1-hour coach trip fueled by music and great company—swap your wetsuit for a red scarf and join the crew.
From Madrid: Take the Stoke Travel Party Bus for a direct, door-to-door connection from the capital to our Running of the Bulls campsite. It’s the easiest way to travel, the best way to meet your future best friends, and saves you the hassle of navigating confusing Spanish train schedules. Ideal for those crashing at One Fam Hostels in Madrid.
Want a ride? If you want to jump on one of these Pamplona festival buses, make sure to add it to your booking or reach out to us and we’ll get it sorted for you. Plus, we have special accommodation deals with our hostel partners One Fam in Barcelona and Madrid if you arrive a few days early!
Getting to Pamplona: The DIY Mission
If you aren’t jumping on one of our legendary Stoke Party Buses from Barcelona, Madrid, or San Sebastian, you can absolutely make your own way to the madness. Whether you’re balling out on direct flights or saving your euros for sangria by taking the bus, here is how to get to San Fermin.
By Air: International Flights
Pamplona Airport (PNA): The closest option, obviously. However, flights directly into Pamplona are often pricey and require a layover in Madrid or Frankfurt. If you have the budget, it’s the quickest way in.
The Smart Move (Major Hubs): Most Stokies fly into Madrid (MAD), Barcelona (BCN), or Bilbao (BIO). These major international hubs have way more flight options and are significantly easier on the wallet. From there, you can easily catch a train or bus to join the fiesta.
By Train & Bus: From Spanish Hubs
Once you touch down in Spain, the public transport network is solid (though often crowded during the festival).
From Madrid: You can take the Renfe Alvia train (fast, approx. 3 hours) from Atocha station or the public bus (cheaper, approx. 5 hours) from Avenida de América.
From Barcelona: The train takes about 4 hours, while the public bus can take 6-7 hours. It’s a scenic ride through the countryside, but make sure to book in advance as seats fill up fast during July.
From San Sebastian: It’s a quick 1-hour bus ride down to Pamplona. Perfect if you are combining the festival with a surf trip.
The Final Leg: Getting to the Campsite
Once you hit the ground in Pamplona, you don’t need to worry about navigating foreign maps or expensive taxis.
Free Shuttle: We offer a free shuttle transfer from the main bus station in town straight to the campsite. Just look for the Stoke Travel crew at the station—we’ll scoop you up and get you to the pool party in no time.
Taxi: Flag down a taxi for a €40-50 ride to the campsite
Pack for all weather, because even though it’s almost always dry and hot, some years we’ve had storms and nights can get chilly. A pillow, even a blow up, can be handy for your tent and a torch too. Maybe some condoms because you never know, and some sunscreen. We sell the traditional red and white outfits (essential) and party shirts (also essential) on site.
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Are there shuttles to and from the campsite to Pamplona?
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Yes, the campsite itself runs its own shuttles. These tickets are included in the Opening Ceremony, Weekender and Closing Ceremony packages. For the DIY option, you can buy tickets from the ticket booth by the front gates.
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Is the campsite near Pamplona?
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None of the campsites are near Pamplona, in that none are within walking distance, and ours isn’t the closest. You’ll have to take the bus from any campsite into Pamplona, and while our campsite is a little further away, it’s the only one with trees for shade, grassy areas, a river to swim in, a huge pool for pool parties, all night parties, a great bar and good value restaurant. It’s easily the best campsite in the area.
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Who do we see when we arrive?
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You can tell the campsite staff that you’re staying with Stoke Travel and they’ll direct you towards us. Check in is between 08:00 and 22:00 every day, and if you have to arrive after hours security will put you in a tent and you can check in in the morning.
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What’s the bottomless brunch like?
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It’s going to be the best breakfast you’ll have on your travels. Depending on what the chefs find fresh, there will be a hot and cold breakfast buffet that can include eggs and bacon, omelettes, smashed avocado toast, fruit and cereal, yoghurt, pancakes, and most importantly the all-important bottomless mimosas that we’ll be making with Spanish cava and real orange juice, that will be poured liberally during the bottomless brunch hours.
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What are the tents like?
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They’re tents – they hold your stuff and keep you sheltered when you pass out there in the early hours of the morning. You can stand up in them, unless you’re pretty tall, and are kitted out with camping mats and sleeping bags. Plus we have all the benefits of camping, so we’ll have an awesome common area, music all day and most of the night, and a crowd of the best travellers to hang out with.
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What amenities are available at the campsite?
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Plenty of hot showers, a huge swimming pool with DJ, poolside bar, regular bar that’s open late, campsite parties that almost go all night, a very decent restaurant, a shop selling supplies and a bar that serves food, football pitch, river to swim in, plenty of grass and shade. It’s a real nice campsite.
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What’s the deal with the open bar?
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It’s not too good to be true, it is what it sounds like it is. A bar stocked with beer, wine and Spanish sangria that’s open to you from 10am to 10pm. Drink as much as you want, that’s up to you, just don’t be a jerk, or put yourself in any danger.
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Do the tents have power points and that kind of thing?
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Look, we aren’t a 5-star resort. We won’t be able to do wake-up calls, room service, your laundry, etc. What we can do, however, is provide you with tasty meals, the sickest parties, decent basic campsite amenities, and as much booze as you can handle (for only an extra €15 per night). On top of all that, we’ve been coming here for over 15 years, and have figured out all you need to have the best time at San Fermin – a sick fit, transport, balcony views of festivities, all for a small additional cost!
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What do you mean by camping?
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Look, we aren’t a 5-star resort. We won’t be able to do wake-up calls, room service, your laundry, etc. What we can do, however, is provide you with tasty meals, the sickest parties, decent basic campsite amenities, and as much booze as you can handle (for only an extra €15 per night). On top of all that, we’ve been coming here for over 15 years, and have figured out all you need to have the best time at San Fermin – a sick fit, transport, balcony views of festivities, all for a small additional cost!
Also, if you can’t see yourself in a tent, we do offer an upgrade to air-conditioned dorms!
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Is the Running of the Bulls dangerous?
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Let’s be real: running with six fighting bulls is inherently risky. Every year there are injuries, mostly from falls or getting trampled rather than gored. However, running is completely optional. The vast majority of people at San Fermin are there for the street parties, the fireworks, and the sangria. If you want to watch the run without the risk, you can rent a balcony spot or watch safely from behind the barriers.
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What is the traditional San Fermin outfit?
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To avoid looking like a lost tourist, you need the full Pamplona uniform: all-white clothing with a red sash (faja) and a red scarf (pañuelo).
Pro Tip: Don’t bring your expensive white designer gear—it will get covered in wine and dust. We sell the traditional red and white outfits at the Stoke campsite if you forget yours (or included with any of our packages)!
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Can girls run with the bulls?
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100% Yes. While historically it was a male-dominated tradition, women have been running for years. The rules for the Running of the Bulls are the same for everyone: be over 18, be sober, and don’t touch the animals.
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Where is the best place to stay in Pamplona for San Fermin?
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You have two choices: pay hundreds of Euros for a hot, loud hotel room in the city center, or join the Stoke Travel Campsite just 30 minutes away. Our campsite offers natural shade, a swimming pool, and a party atmosphere that costs a fraction of a hotel. Plus, we have private shuttles to get you into the action whenever you want.
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Do I need tickets for the Running of the Bulls?
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No, the Running of the Bulls (El Encierro) is free to run and free to watch from the street level (if you get there early enough, around 6:30 AM). However, if you want a guaranteed view, we recommend booking a balcony spot or buying a ticket to the Bullring (Plaza de Toros) to watch the bulls enter at the end of the run.
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What else is there to do in Pamplona besides the bull run?
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So much! The San Fermin Festival is 24-hour non-stop fun.
Daily Parades: Watch the Gigantes y Cabezudos (Giants and Big Heads).
Fireworks: The nightly International Fireworks Contest at the Citadel.
Spanish Activities: Tapas hopping, street concerts, and the emotional Pobre de Mí closing ceremony.
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How do I get to Pamplona from Barcelona, Madrid or San Sebastian?
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Pamplona is easily accessible by train or bus from major Spanish cities.
From Barcelona: Approx. 4 hours by train.
From San Sebastian: Only 1 hour by bus (perfect for a surf trip after the festival!).
Stoke Shuttles: We often run private buses from Barcelona, Madrid and San Sebastian directly to the campsite. Check your booking options for availability!
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Inclusions
Camping Accommodation
Twin-share pre-erected tents with foam mats and sleeping bags
Delish Cooked Breakfast With Bottomless Mimosas
A tasty breakfast, vegetarians can be catered for
Open & Unlimited Beer, Wine & Sangria Bar
Completely open bar from 10am until 10pm
Party Atmosphere
Stoke daily campsite parties
Awesome Guides
Awesome guides
Festival Entry
Entry to Running o the Bulls
Transfers from Barcelona, Madrid, San Seb or Lisbon
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Easy booking process, we received information before arrival. The shuttles were sparse and taxis sometimes hard to get but everything worked out! One thing is that it got pretty cold at night. The atmosphere was amazing! I really loved the people. It was mental!
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Taylor
The booking process was easy, better directions to the site would have been helpful, like where the bus station was located. Also that the bar at the camp site was cash only. But the buses were great! Great energy, fun people, staff was awesome. What I really loved about my stay was the people, the food, good vibes, and the undy run was a blast. You can improve it by having more dance parties. It was a killer!!
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Jack
I had a lot of fun, some things can improve, for example I wish I had known the Stoke Bar closed so early at night.Easy to meet people! The Staff was fun & social! In overall I had a great time, I’d do it again!
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Anna
There was a miscommunication with the dates on the website and the confirmation email, but after reaching out it was quickly resolved! Most fun I’ve had in my entire life, I loved the people, the atmosphere and the experience as a whole.
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Katelyn
The booking process was super easy & plenty of relevant information. Maybe better directions for catching the bus. We ended up using taxi though. The guy who checked me in kept losing his pen so maybe a couple extra pens for him. All jokes aside I thought it was an efficient process. Plus the girls where super cute so I wouldn’t have noticed delays. Everyone was outgoing & an overall great time. What I really love about my stay is all the people I met from around the globe. What you can improve are The buses & more stoke gear in stock for popular sizes. My stay in a few words: No bullshit, every sangria stain was worth it!
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Pat
The food seriously saved my life more then once. Definitely would go Stoke again. Maybe next time just pump up the beds a little bit more 😉
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Lauden
Booking it was easy, online payment is good. The atmosphere was epic! I really loved the the crew and people met. Maybe you can get us some more food. Wasn’t enough. It was good though! The trip was SOLID.
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Rick
Awesome. Never forget it, something to tell the grandkids ?? Although there was To much snoring on the campsite, the rest of the trip existed of great people and fantastic tour!
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Paul
Ticked this off the bucket list last year with Stoke and now I’m going back again (surely that says enough). Stoke are an absolute blast, always staff around to help you out, answer questions or pass you another beer. The camp ground rocks, and the whole festival is just so much fun!! BE THERE FOR THE OPENING CEREMONY OMG SO MUCH FUN!!
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Georgia - Aus
One word. Awesome!!!!
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Karl
The camp was amazing and extremely well organised. The staff were fantastic, really funny and loved partying with us.
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Johnny
I was absolutely scared sh*tless, but man, it was worth the adrenaline rush.
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Bernie
Stoke Travel you did it again, what an intense and insanely fun weekend. Thanks!
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