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May Crosses in Granada: a guide to enjoying the Day of the Cross
The May Crosses in Granada (also known as the Day of the Cross in Granada) fill the city with crosses decorated with flowers, shawls, ceramics and very "Granadan" touches, set up by associations, brotherhoods, schools and businesses.
The plan is simple and spectacular: a walk, street atmosphere, music, dancing and lots of beautiful corners to discover cross by cross.
When are the May Crosses celebrated?
The main day is May 3rd, and in Granada the municipal celebration usually extends over two days (May 2nd and 3rd).
What will you find at the May Crosses in Granada?
The municipal May Crosses competition includes several categories, so you'll see crosses in different formats and spaces: streets and squares, patios, schools, shop windows
And a curious detail: the municipal guidelines even set criteria for “style” (for example, the cross usually has a very prominent floral composition and traditional Granada decoration).
Top areas to see May Crosses in Granada
Although the exact list of May Crosses changes every year, there are neighborhoods and areas that are always greatly enjoyed for their concentration and atmosphere:
- City Center / Plaza del Carmen (municipal cross and performances)
- Realejo
- Albaicín
- Environments with playgrounds and participating schools
For reference, in 2025, 62 crossings were published in different categories, so there is plenty of material to organize a good route.
Featured programming on May 3rd
When the City Council publishes the program, it usually focuses on key locations. We'll soon know the program for the 2026 May Crosses Festival , as the exact schedule changes every year, but this pattern—crosses + stages with performances—is very common.
Quick tips for enjoying the Day of the Cross in Granada
- Go early if you want peaceful photos (and better, uncrowded crossings).
- Create a mini-route through neighborhoods (Center + Realejo or Center + Albaicín) and finish with performances.
- If you're going with kids, schoolyards and crossroads are usually a very convenient option.
Accommodation for the May Crosses
If you are thinking of attending the May Crosses , we recommend staying in one of our holiday rental apartments in Granada .
Don't think twice and book your apartment in Granada for the May Crosses festival now! to take advantage of our early bird offers.
Also, don't forget that by choosing the flexible rate when booking your apartment in Granada you can cancel without charges (check the conditions during the booking process).
Also, don't forget that by choosing the flexible rate when booking your apartment in Granada you can cancel without charges (check the conditions during the booking process).
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