The 2026 bullfighting season in Seville has a closing date

The return of César Rincón, maestro Moura’s farewell and Roca Rey’s star power make this the final bullfighting event of the year in Seville: an unmissable occasion to fill La Maestranza in support of autism and the Hermandad de la Estrella.

The 2026 bullfighting season in Seville has a closing date. Next Sunday, 4 October at 5.30 pm, the Real Maestranza de Caballería bullring will open its doors for the final time this year. It will host a charity bullfighting festival promoted by matador Andrés Roca Rey, an event built around two clear pillars: a direct social purpose and a line-up packed with historical significance.

Where the proceeds will go: real social impact

The money raised through ticket sales will not disappear into vague or unspecified causes. All proceeds will go towards funding the support programmes run by the Hermandad de la Estrella and the day-to-day work of the Autismo Sevilla association. Both organisations will receive vital financial support to maintain their programmes assisting disadvantaged families and providing specialised care for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), turning attendance at the event into tangible support for causes of the greatest need.

Reasons to watch from the arena: experience, comebacks and farewells

The festival’s appeal from a purely bullfighting perspective lies in the exceptional line-up taking to the Maestranza’s arena. Promoter Lances de Futuro is bringing its first season of management to a close with a combination of names and occasions that would be difficult to find together on an ordinary afternoon:

The return of César Rincón: The Colombian maestro will once again don the short suit in Seville following his much-talked-about return in Madrid last year. His presence alone gives the festival undeniable historical significance.
Farewell to a dynasty: Portuguese rejoneador João Moura will bid a definitive farewell to Seville’s bullfighting fans, sharing the arena with his son, João Moura Jr.
The stars of the moment: One of the biggest names in today’s bullfighting scene, Andrés Roca Rey, will share the afternoon with the creative artistry of Alejandro Talavante and the classical style of Pablo Aguado.
The local future: Completing the line-up is novillero with picadores Pepe Martínez, a member of the Estrella brotherhood, who faces the opportunity of a lifetime in this iconic venue.

For the occasion, bulls from different breeding ranches will be fought: Benítez Cubero and La Andaluza for the rejoneo section, and bulls from Jandilla, El Freixo, Garcigrande and Julio de la Puerta for the foot bullfighting.

The final opportunity of 2026

Beyond the line-up itself, there is also the timing to consider. Anyone who does not make it to the stands of the Baratillo on Sunday 4 October will have to wait until next spring to see bullfighting return to the Andalusian capital.

The festival is not simply an act of collective solidarity; it is the final call for any fan who wants to experience the atmosphere of La Maestranza before winter brings the season in Seville’s bullrings to a close. You have been warned!

José Miguel Arruego

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