Semana Santa
Easter
Semana Santa (Easter Week) is one of the most important events in the Spain's religious calendar. During this week there are more than 30 processions (known as Pasos) taking place, each arranged by a different Catholic brotherhood. The procession held on Wednesday evening known as el Cristo de los Gitanos, follows a route up the Cuesta Chapiz to the Sacromonte Abbey. The procession is lit by bonfire and ends in the early hours of the morning.
Events in Granada
Feria del Corpus Christi
Spring
Held 60 days after Easter, Feria del Corpus Christi is one of the most lavish of Andalucía's Corpus Christi celebrations. It involves lots of dancing and parades, but visitors should be warned it also includes bullfights.
Festival Internacional de Música y Danza
June/July
Classical and modern musical performances are staged at the Alhambra and other historical sites across Granada. The festival takes place over three weeks in June and July.
Día de la Cruz
May
Taking place on the 3rd of May, Día de la Cruz (Day of the Cross) is a religious festival celebrated across Granada. The streets are filled with decorated crosses, there are performances and dance shows and a lively, festive ambience.