Granada Conference Centre joins city’s bid to become European Capital of Culture in 2031
03 June 2025
The Granada Conference Centre (Palacio de Congresos) has officially joined the city’s bid to become European Capital of Culture in 2031, lending its support to a project that aims to make Granada a leading cultural hub in Europe.
The Mayor of Granada, Marifrán Carazo, welcomed the announcement, highlighting that the Conference Centre is a symbol of openness, exchange, and international outreach. Its support reinforces the European dimension of Granada’s bid, demonstrating that the city has both the infrastructure and commitment to take on major cultural challenges with ambition and proficiency.
For his part, Francisco Barranco, Director of the Conference Centre, stated that the bid is much more just than a title: it is a genuine opportunity to make culture a tool for transformation. The Conference Centre has always been a space that is open to ideas, art, knowledge and events that enrich society.
The Centre’s backing will contribute to a collective movement that views culture as a living, diverse and interconnected ecosystem. Its role as a flagship venue — equipped to host international events, conferences, exhibitions and shows — bolsters Granada’s suitability as a European Capital of Culture, based on innovation, accessibility and sustainability.
