Corpus Fair: dates, casetas and Almanjáyar

Granada Corpus Fair 2026 ran from Saturday 30 May to Saturday 6 June at the Almanjáyar fairground, in the north of the city. This guide preserves the casetas, location, transport and day-to-night atmosphere of that edition.

The goal is simple: separate what is confirmed from what should be checked before you go. This guide is based on Granada City Council's official Corpus 2026 programme, the municipal tourism page from Turismo Granada, the practical fair guide from GranadaDirect, and the official Andalusian government resolution on minimum metro services during Corpus 2026.

Dates

The fair started on Saturday 30 May 2026 and ended on Saturday 6 June 2026. Thursday 4 June 2026 was Granada's main Corpus holiday, while the fairground was active throughout that week.

The symbolic opening came with the alumbrao. GranadaDirect placed the 2026 ceremony on Saturday 30 May at 22:30, with the official fairground lighting at 00:00.

Where the Fairground Is

The fairground is in Almanjáyar, in Granada's northern district. It is not a casual walk from the tourist centre. The realistic options are bus, metro, taxi or car. The benefit is space: casetas, rides and access streets all sit in one dedicated area. The cost is mobility pressure on the busiest nights.

How Many Casetas There Are

The number most consistently reported for 2026 was 72 casetas. GranadaDirect broke that down into 62 traditional, 7 institutional and 3 commercial.

• Traditional casetas: the closest to the classic feria idea, with flamenco decoration and more continuous week-long atmosphere.
• Institutional casetas: linked to public bodies, professional associations, political groups or other institutions.
• Commercial casetas: usually more focused on nightlife, drinks and louder music.

The practical point for visitors is important: entry to the casetas is free. That makes Granada's feria more open than some other Andalusian fairs.

What the Atmosphere Is Like

The fair changes a lot depending on the time of day. Daytime is more family-oriented, more about walking, eating and gentler rides. Sunset is the best balance for many visitors. Night is much more social, musical and crowded.

Rides and Children's Day

The fair includes the classic rides, game stalls and amusement zone. Prices vary by attraction, so it is better to treat them as reference points rather than fixed guarantees, but two practical dates stand out in 2026.

• Monday 1 June: Quiet Fair Day from 17:00 to 22:00.
• Tuesday 2 June: Children's Day, with discounted rides until 00:00; some are listed around 4 euros and others around 2.5 euros depending on the attraction.

How to Get There

The simplest advice is: avoid driving if you can. The busiest nights create pressure on both access and exit.

Bus

Special fair buses remain one of the most practical options. Turismo Granada confirms access by bus, and GranadaDirect refers to around 60 buses operating the fair service in 2026.

Metro

The metro stopped relatively close to the fairground, with Jaén station as the usual reference. In 2026, the practical issue was how the service operated on each day.

The official resolution published in the BOJA confirmed 60% minimum metro service because of partial strike action during these windows:

• Saturday 30 May: 20:00 to 01:00
• Tuesday 2 June: 18:00 to 20:30
• Wednesday 3 June: 13:00 to 15:30 and 21:30 to 23:59
• Saturday 6 June: 13:00 to 15:30

In practical terms, the metro remained useful, but the strikes made a daily service check necessary.

Taxi and Car

Taxi works better on the way in than on the way out. Car only makes sense if you arrive early, accept some walking and do not mind a slow exit.

Music and Fair Programming

There is no single public timetable with the same level of detail for every caseta. That is normal. Many casetas run their own atmosphere and small-scale programming. What is clear is that the feria combines music inside casetas, strong nighttime energy and the wider cultural programme of Corpus week.

Bullfighting Fair and Parallel Events

The Corpus bullfighting fair 2026 ran from 3 to 7 June 2026 at Granada's bullring. It was not the same space as the Almanjáyar fairground, but it belonged to the same festive week.

Local Tips

• For strong atmosphere without the worst crowding, go at sunset.
• With children, prioritise the afternoon and Monday 1 June for Quiet Fair Day.
• Travellers who depended on the metro needed to check the service that day.
• For that edition, a single visit meant choosing between a stroll, rides, casetas or a late night.
• If dinner matters, arrive early or eat in the centre first.
• For the return trip, avoid leaving at the exact peak exit moment.

FAQ

When was the Granada Corpus Fair 2026?

From Saturday 30 May to Saturday 6 June 2026.

Where is the fairground?

In Almanjáyar, in the north of Granada.

How many casetas are there?

Public 2026 references point to 72 casetas in total.

Can you enter all the casetas?

Yes. Granada's feria keeps free access to the casetas, including the private traditional ones.

When is Children's Day?

On Tuesday 2 June 2026, with discounted rides until midnight according to the information available.

Is there a Quiet Fair Day?

Yes. On Monday 1 June 2026, from 17:00 to 22:00.

Was there a metro strike during Corpus 2026?

During the 2026 edition, there were partial strikes with 60% minimum service officially confirmed for several time slots on 30 May, 2 June, 3 June and 6 June.

Quick Summary

If you only need the short version: Granada Corpus Fair 2026 ran from 30 May to 6 June in Almanjáyar, with 72 casetas, free entry, rides and a day-to-night programme. Review that edition alongside Corpus 2026, the Tarasca and the Carocas.