Running of the Bulls

Running of the Bulls in Pamplona draws 2 million visitors annually for an 875-meter sprint that lasts barely 3 minutes each day. Animal welfare data shows that 35 bulls are injured per year, while tourist hospital visits top 200 annually, making it 50% more dangerous than the average extreme sport event. Unlike #4 Oktoberfest, which has evolved into a corporate theme park, this tradition has resisted change—but that stubbornness comes at a cost: ethical concerns now outweigh the adrenaline, and ticket prices have jumped 40% since 2020.