The city of Nîmes, famous for its historical heritage and bullfighting traditions, is preparing to host the Pentecost Feria in June 2025.
The Nîmes Feria 2025, deeply rooted in local culture, attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to enjoy the unique atmosphere that permeates the city streets.
Discover everything that brings life to this unmissable Feria in the south of France.
Dates and festivities
The Pentecost Feria 2025 will take place from Wednesday, June 4 to Monday, June 9, 2025. During these six days of celebration, Nîmes comes alive with the rhythm of bullfighting traditions and festive events.
Discover the complete 2025 bullfighting program here!
Must-see events at the Pentecost Feria
- Corridas and Camargue races: The Nîmes Arena hosts world-renowned bullfighting shows, attracting aficionados and curious visitors for moments of high intensity.
- Pégoulade: On Thursday evening, a grand illuminated parade takes over the streets, marking the official start of the Feria.
- Children’s Feria: On Wednesday, the youngest attendees have their own celebration with dedicated activities and shows.
- Jousting at the Canal de la Fontaine: On Pentecost Monday, traditional water jousting delights visitors of all ages.
- Encierro of Saint Cézaire: Also on Pentecost Monday, this emblematic event features bulls running through the streets, offering thrilling and spectacular moments.
- Night Encierros in Caissargues: Each night, starting at 12:15 AM, nocturnal bull runs animate the weekend, providing excitement under the stars.
- Abrivado and Bandido: Bullfighting traditions continue with these parades of bulls accompanied by guardians, adding an authentic touch to the festivities.
- Celebrations in the bodegas: Music and dancing fill the bodegas, where the festive atmosphere continues until the early hours.
- Gastronomy: Don’t miss savoring the delicious paellas and bull stew in the casitas on Boulevard Victor Hugo, not to mention the essential churros on the esplanade.
An unmissable annual event
The Nîmes Ferias are much more than simple celebrations: they are a celebration of bullfighting and Hispanic cultures, an immersion in local traditions, and an opportunity to share unforgettable moments with family or friends.
Each year, more than one million visitors flock to the city streets to experience these unique events, and more than 60,000 people fill the arena to watch the corridas, in an atmosphere worthy of the greatest stadiums.
Don’t miss the Nîmes Ferias in 2025, events that once again promise to be rich in emotions, discoveries, and conviviality.
Join us in June 2025 for the Pentecost Feria for moments of celebration and sharing in the heart of Nîmes.
The Pentecost 2025 Bullfighting Program
At the dawn of the 2025 season, the Nîmes Arena is preparing to write a new glorious page in its history. Casas & Co, true to its commitment to excellence, is working passionately to ensure that Nîmes continues to shine brightly.
A majestic program
The Pentecost Feria 2025 promises to be an unmissable event of the bullfighting season, where tradition and radiance combine brilliantly. From June 5 to 9, Nîmes will vibrate to the rhythm of an exceptional program, designed with passion and conviction.
Thursday, June 5: Grand Opening
The Feria will open with a Great Camargue Race counting toward the Trophy of Aces. The bulls Cobalt, Vicaire, or Castella from the Manade Saumade will face the best raseteurs of the moment, led by the current French champion, Zakaria Katif.
Friday, June 6: A historic alternative
The cycle of corridas will begin with a historic event: Marco Perez, the new prodigy of bullfighting, will be inducted as a matador de toros at only 17 years old. Morante de la Puebla, artist of divine bullfighting, will present him with muleta and sword, in the presence of Alejandro Talavante. A prestigious lineup for a timeless moment.
Saturday, June 7: Meeting of generations
In the late afternoon, youth and experience will meet in a delightful lineup. Lalo de Maria, the most recent French matador, will return to the Nîmes coliseum alongside Sébastien Castella, celebrating his 25 years of alternative, and José María Manzanares, facing the bulls of García Jiménez. In the morning, the sixty-fourth novillada of the golden cape will take on an international dimension with four nations represented.
Sunday, June 8: Double performance by Clemente
Clemente will perform twice, confirming his talent and his rise. In the morning, he will participate in the “Corrida of Artists,” a tribute to classicism and pure emotion, alongside Daniel Luque and Juan Ortega. In the afternoon, he will return to the Roman amphitheater and the bulls of Robert Margé, accompanied by Miguel Ángel Perera and Juan Pablo Sánchez.
Monday, June 9: Grand Finale
The closing corrida will be memorable with Borja Jiménez alone facing six bulls from Victorino Martin. An extraordinary challenge between the revelation bullfighter of the 2024 season and a legendary brand. In the morning, a colossal mano a mano will pit Léa Vicens against Diego Ventura, elegance versus power for a prodigious morning.
A Feria dedicated to emotion and excellence
From June 5 to 9, Nîmes is preparing to vibrate to the rhythm of a first-class bullfighting program. A Feria imagined with passion and conviction, in service of emotion, transmission, and excellence.
Which hotel to stay at for the Nîmes Feria 2025?
To fully enjoy the Feria festivities, it is essential to book your accommodation well in advance. Nîmes has an excellent selection of hotels for all budgets, but they fill up quickly during the Feria periods.
The Appart’City Nîmes Arènes, located just steps from the arena, offers an ideal location for aficionados. For those seeking more luxury, the recently renovated Hôtel Imperator offers a 5-star experience in a historic setting. The Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator also has a starred restaurant, perfect for gastronomic evenings after the corridas.
More affordable but still well-located, the Hôtel C Suites is near the historic center. The Royal Hôtel and the Hôtel Marquis de la Baume offer excellent value for money while retaining the charm of Nîmes’ historic buildings.
To find the perfect accommodation according to your budget and preferences, we recommend checking the offers available on Hotels.com. Remember to book at least 3 months in advance to ensure the best options and rates. For small budgets, consider the camping option for the Feria!