The Chupinazo is the most anticipated moment for the people of Pamplona and thousands of visitors from around the world. It marks the official start of the San Fermín festivities and is a spectacle brimming with emotion, color, and energy.
Every July 6th at noon, Pamplona's Plaza Consistorial fills to capacity with people dressed in white and red, the traditional colors of San Fermín. Waving red scarves, everyone eagerly awaits the moment when the rocket, known as "el chupinazo," is launched from the City Hall balcony.
When the rocket explodes in the sky, the square erupts with it: shouts, applause, singing, and an explosion of joy that marks the beginning of nine days of non-stop celebration. It is a moment of unity and celebration, where everyone present unites in a single feeling of enthusiasm and joy.
The Chupinazo is much more than just a rocket. It is the symbol of the beginning of one of the most famous and beloved festivals in the world. For those lucky enough to experience it, it's a memory that lasts forever.
