ANSEMAC’s female environmental leadership bolsters Granada’s 2031 bid by supporting sustainable and inclusive culture
28 september 2025 The Andalusian Association of Women Entrepreneurs in the Environmental Sector (ANSEMAC) has formally joined Granada's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2031. The organisation’s backing reinforces the bid's commitment to an urban model where culture, sustainability, and equal opportunities act as key drivers of change. The agreement was...
Granada’s international reach boosted by Ibero-American Union of Municipalities’ support for its ECOC 2031 bid
27 september 2025 The Ibero-American Union of Municipalities (UIM) has endorsed Granada's bid to become European Capital of Culture in 2031. Based in Granada, this international organisation has promoted cooperation and institutional strengthening among local governments in Ibero-America for more than three decades. The Mayor of Granada, Marifrán Carazo, highlighted the importance...
Granada City Council launches 2nd edition of the “Lateral Abierto” initiative to showcase emerging contemporary art
25 september 2025 The city of Granada will host the 2nd edition of the "Lateral Abierto" initiative from 9 to 12 October 2025. These open days will enable visitors to explore exhibition spaces belonging to the LATERAL network, as well as several artists's studios across the city, with extended opening hours...
All 174 municipalities in the province of Granada join city’s bid to become European Capital of Culture 2031
22 september 2025 Granada's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2031 has taken another giant step forward thanks to the unanimous support of the 174 municipalities in the province of Granada. These towns and villages have endorsed a project that has transcended the city limits to become a truly collective...
The International Music and Dance Festival enlivens Granada, a city of music and dance, on its path to becoming European Capital of Culture 2031
22 september 2025 The International Music and Dance Festival of Granada has joined the city's bid to become the European Capital of Culture 2031, bringing its historical prestige and international reputation to this great collective goal. The Mayor of Granada, Marifrán Carazo, pointed out that: “The International Music and Dance Festival of...
Madison Cox lends the support of the Jardin Majorelle – Yves Saint Laurent Foundation to Granada's bid to become ECOC 2031
21 september 2025 Granada has taken a historic step towards becoming the European Capital of Culture in 2031 by formally securing the support of Madison Cox, President of the Jardin Majorelle – Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) Foundation. The declaration of support was signed at an official ceremony during which the Mayor...
The Creative Cultural Industry Hub (HUBICC) positions Granada as a national leader in cultural industries and strengthens ECOC 2031 bid
18 september 2025 Today, Marifrán Carazo, the Mayor of Granada, took part in the official launch of the Creative Cultural Industry Hub (HUBICC) in Granada. This pioneering space is designed to promote innovation, talent and entrepreneurship in the city's cultural and creative sectors. The project was made possible thanks to an agreement...
Over 30 neighbourhood associations join Granada’s ECOC 2031 bid in show of support from city’s local communities
17 september 2025 Today, more than 30 neighbourhood associations officially joined Granada's bid to become the European Capital of Culture in 2031 at a signing ceremony held at the "Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo" heritage museum. Those in attendance included the Mayor of Granada, Marifrán Carazo; the Chairman of the Provincial...
Granada City Council presents 45th International Jazz Festival, one of Europe’s longest- running jazz events
12 september 2025 From 25 October to 8 November 2025, Granada will become a musical hotspot once again as it celebrates the 45th edition of the International Jazz Festival. The main programme, scheduled to take place between 31 October and 8 November, will mainly be held at the "Isabel la Católica"...
Granada steps up its commitment to inclusion by installing NaviLens codes at 300 bus stops
28 July 2025 The installation of NaviLens technology at 300 urban transport stops is the latest step in Granada's ongoing commitment to accessibility and inclusion. This pioneering initiative aims to enhance the mobility and independence of individuals with visual impairments and other types of functional diversity by providing access to real-time,...