Festivals in Granada - Vibrant Festivities, Religious and Cultural Events, 2025

For centuries, the festivals of Granada have been very popular. During the time of the Nazari kingdom, people engaged in activities such as playing reeds, participating in bull-related events, and celebrating various religious festivals.

women dressed flamenco dresses in san cecilio granada feast

women dressed flamenco dresses in san cecilio granada feast

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The magical atmosphere of Granada is reflected in the works of Romantic writers and painters who have lived and worked there, inspired by the experiences, rituals, and abundant festivities throughout the year.

There are numerous significant dates, religious, and cultural festivals in Granada. Here, we list the most important ones.

Holy Week and Easter
(April 2025)

celebrations of easter and holy week in granada

Easter in Granada stands out for its beautiful processions where everything is part of the celebration of the Passion.

Dia de la Cruz
(May 2025)

celebrations of the day of the cross in granada

On May erd, Granada's streets and squares are decorated with flower-made red crosses, and people dance and celebrate.

Corpus Christi
(June 2025)

corpus christi celebrations in feria of granada

It is the grandest festival in Granada. It features puppet shows, bullfights, processions, and flamenco performances.

Virgen de las Angustias
(Sep 2025)

señora angustias patron of granada celebrations

In September, Granada honors Lady of Sorrows, the city's patron saint, by adorning the facade of her church with flowers.

Christmas & New Year's Eve
(Dec/Jan 2026)

The Three Wise Men parade, nativity contest, Roscón de Reyes, concerts, and shopping are part of the festivities.

San Cecilio, Patron Saint
(Feb 2026)

This day honors the Granada's Patron Saint with processions, good wine, free food, and traditional dances.

There are many other festivals in Granada and its province significant for religious, pagan, or cultural reasons.

Other Festivals in Granada

Dia de la Toma (January)

On January 2nd, the Taking of Granada by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492, the last Muslim stronghold on the peninsula, is commemorated.

Official events are held in the Royal Chapel and the Town Hall, where the traditional shaking of the banner takes place.

Andalusia Day (February)

On February 28th, Andalusia commemorates the referendum of 1980, which led to the autonomy of the region.

In Granada, official events honoring illustrious individuals are held, and many museums and monuments are open to the public free of charge.

San Miguel (September)

Around September 29th, the Albaicin neighborhood celebrates its festivities to honor its patron: San Miguel.

During these days, the traditional pilgrimage to Cerro del Aceituno, where the church of San Miguel is located, takes place.