From the International Music and Dance Festival to the Feria, Semana Santa and Corpus Christi, Granada celebrates all year long.
Granada's Corpus Fair: 30 May–6 June 2026. Free public casetas, the Tarasca parade on 3 June, and the Cathedral procession on 4 June. Most tents open to all.
Cruces de Mayo Granada: 2-3 May 2026. Decorated crosses compete across the Albaicín, Realejo, and Bib-Rambla. Free entry, flamenco at Plaza del Carmen.
On Andalusia Day (28 February), Granada's state museums open free, with concerts, flag-raising and traditional breakfasts across the centro. Most shops close.
Granada's January 2 civic-religious ceremony at the Royal Chapel commemorates 1492. Free to attend, but politically contested — counter-events run in parallel.
30+ concerts across Alhambra venues and the Corral del Carbón in July. Classical guitar, flamenco, masterclasses and guitar-building competition, some free.
The 75th Festival Internacional de Música y Danza runs 11 June–12 July 2026 in the Alhambra. Ludovico Einaudi opens; 60 free FEX events across the city.
Granada's patron saint festival: floral offering on 15 Sep, procession on 27 Sep 2026. Free to attend. Thousands queue to place flowers on the basilica facade.
80+ concerts at 70+ venues in November 2026. Theatre headliners at Teatro Isabel la Católica €20–40; much of the programme is free in bars and plazas.
Granada Marathon returns in November 2026 after 20 years. 42.195 km through seven villages, start and finish in the city centre. Registration from €35.
Granada's annual free culture night: 300+ free activities at 50+ venues from the Albaicín to the city centre. One Saturday in May, 20:00 through 04:00.
Holy Week in Granada runs 29 March to 5 April 2026. Watch 32 cofradías carry 58 floats through Albaicín, Sacromonte, and the historic centre. All free.
Everything you need to know to make the most of Granada's two major events
Climate, crowds and best time for each event.
Our accommodation recommendations by neighbourhood and budget.
Restaurants and tapas bars near the festival venues.
Transport, opening hours and tips for making the most of events.
Discover where the main events take place.
A complete guide to dealing with the heat during festivals.