Festivals of the area - May
 Feria
del Vino Fino - Puerto del Santa Maria (may begin 1 May –
dates TBC):
This Feria is on the weekend before it’s larger and
more famous neighbour, Feria del Caballo in Jerez and is a
great opportunity to enjoy a smaller but enjoyable Feria.
Feria del Caballo (may begin 10 May – dates TBC
The famous Horse Feria of Jerez, this is the most famous
and popular Feria after Sevilla, with spectacular horse and
carriage parades and open casetas. .
Equisur (may begin 14 May - dates TBC
The Andalucia Horse Show is held during
the last few days of the Feria del Caballo in Jerez with competitions
for carriage racing and dressage and an excellent range of
stalls selling everything for riders.
Feria de la Manzanilla - Sanlucar (late May/early June - dates TBC)
Can't make it to the Feria del Caballo? Why not try this
smaller version in the nearby town of Sanlucar. Held over
a 3 day weekend this has all the usual attractions of the
Feria.
Vinoble - Jerez (last week of May):
The International Wines Exhibition for naturally sweet, desert
and fortified wines is held every two years in the grounds
of the Alcazar in Jerez. The next Vinoble will be in May 2010
and over 100 regions will be represented with lectures, demonstrations
and tastings.
Don’t forget that there’ll also be
a range of special art events and exhibitions, classical concerts
and operas, dance shows and top sporting events to see during
this month. Contact Camino Holidays for details.
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