Crosses of May © Andalucia Tourism Office

 

Each year, various brotherhoods and organisations enter into a competition for the best-decorated cross. The size is large and the theme is generally floral and elaborate. The crosses are erected at different locations throughout the historic centre, and in the adjoining neighbourhoods of Albaicin and Realejo. Public squares and courtyards are usually chosen, and each participating group seeks to boost their chances of winning by laying on music and flamenco dancing. In addition, the streets and squares in which the crosses are installed are beautified for the occasion, because there are cash prizes to be won in this category too. The festival is very popular, and many people tour from one cross to another to enjoy the festivities at each - festivities which often continue until late at night.

Times
1200 until late.