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Cruces de Mayo 2027 — Córdoba

When
Held around the first days of May (2026 ran 29 Apr–3 May). Confirm 2027 dates with Córdoba town hall.
Where
Squares and patios across Córdoba · Córdoba, ES day trip
Price
Free; pay at the food and drink stalls by each cross.

About

Córdoba kicks off its flower-filled \"Mayo Cordobés\" with the Cruces de Mayo: squares and courtyards across the city are decorated with huge crosses made of red carnations, surrounded by bars, sevillanas dancing and fino sherry.

Highlights

  • Giant crosses of red carnations decorate squares and patios across the city.
  • Each cross has its own bar, tapas, music and sevillanas dancing.
  • Opens Córdoba's famous "Mayo Cordobés" run of spring festivities.
  • A vivid, free street party precursor to the UNESCO-listed Patios festival.

Practical tips

  • Córdoba is ~45 minutes from Seville by AVE — very doable as a day trip.
  • Follow the marked cross route; competition for best-decorated cross is fierce.
  • Go in the evening when the crosses, music and crowds come alive.

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