Hey Grapeviners!
Anyone else down with a tummy bug? At Casa Grapevine, it was the kids first (naturally), now the adults. Two sick parents + baby + plus 4-year old brimming with βI feel better nowβ energy, has not made this weekβs task easy!
For those willing to stray more than a stones-throw from the bathroom, thereβs plenty happening this weekβ¦ a magic festival, not one but two film festivals, plus a Charlie Chaplin documentary. There are two demonstrations πͺ§. (Get involved, or find out how theyβll affect your bus routes. Itβs up to you!) Thereβs a night of comedy in English (we cannot vouch for it being funny).
Finally, Made in Granada Market helps you buy things from local people whilst not sending billionaires into space. Still not feeling wholesome enough? Attend the plant cuttings exchange on Sunday and help propagate hope, happiness and herbs across the cityβ¦ πͺ΄
Can you name the Granadino? Answer at the bottom of the email. π
π΅ Musical Highlights:
Love hip-hop, but hate autotune? Worry not, this weekβs standout rap acts, Carmen XΓa and Jaloner have both opted against making it their βthingβ - a refreshing break from recent trends. On Friday, Indie/rock fans must choose between Lima Negra and Γngel Stanich Band.The former are sort of local, having recorded their first album βPeligrosβ inβ¦ π₯ Peligros. TrΓ‘nsito (Huyendo del Ruido), the new project from Rosario la Tremendita and Dani de MorΓ³n, comes from two artists known for pushing flamenco into unexpected terrain, but here, will be revisiting the βpurestβ form of Flamenco. Ben Sims, James Ruskin & AnnΔ are names that will ring a bell π (or maybe thatβs just tinnitus) for anyone that frequented techno nights many moons ago. Those people might want to visit Industrial Copera and tell the gen-Zs what it was like βback in my dayβ. That will involve staying up long past midnight, mindβ¦
π¬ VOSE Film:
Festival Cinemistica: Ends 23 Nov. Several short VOSE films this week. (See Program)
Charlie Chaplin, The Spirit of the Tramp (EspΓritu Gitano): 21 Nov 20h. Filmoteca de AndalucΓa π₯ View Trailer
Double Feature Wicked I + II: 20 Nov. Ocine Serrallo - 16:15. KinΓ©polis - 18:00.
Wicked II: Ocine Serrallo + KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
Now You See Me. Now You Donβt (Ahora Me Ves 3): Ocine Serrallo + KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
The Long Walk (La Larga Marcha): KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
Him (El Mejor): KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
Die My Love: KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
Bugonia: KinΓ©polis π₯ View Trailer
π Transport/Demos:
πͺ§ Demo: Sun 23 Nov at 12h from Jardines del Triunfo to protest the Low Emission Zone (ZBE), introduced on 1 Oct. The group argue that the ZBE unfairly restricts free movement for lower-income people and harms the local economy with 82% of businesses in the city centre claiming loss of income since it began. See bus diversions.
πͺ§ Demo: Tue 25 Nov from 18h to 22h from Fuente de las Batallas to Jardines del Triunfo for International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Traffic will be interrupted during these hours. See bus diversions.
π£οΈ Reopening of A-44 Highway (the βCostaβ road) is set to reopen on Fri 21 Nov, nearly a month earlier than expected. The stretch, between km 165-175, has been closed since Sept for repairs on the Rules Viaduct. The early reopening is meant to ease traffic during the busy holiday season. However, the road will close again Jan 13 - Feb 27, 2026, for further work.
Major work is ongoing in the areas on and around Avenida Cervantes and Calle San Anton.
πͺ Hocus Pocus Festival | Various Venues | 21-30 Nov
Granadaβs Hocus Pocus Festival is an international magic and illusionism festival held every November, bringing shows, workshops, street performances, and family events to theatres, libraries, and streets of the city. Founded by Granada-born magician MagoMigue, the festival mixes illusion, poetry, and creativity, with a program that ranges from big international galas to childrenβs activities and community events. See full program.
βοΈ Ongoing This Week
π¬ 11 Festival Cinemistica | 6-23 Nov | Itβs the last week of this film festival screening at La Corrala de Santiago as well as seven other venues across the city. See program.
π TIF Festival Granada | 30 Oct - 7 Dec | Youth performing arts festival with a diverse program of theatre, dance and shows taking place at various venues across the city. See program.
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π List of Granada Events | 20-26 Nov
Thu 20th Nov
πͺ¦ La Muerte del Gran CabrΓ³n | 19.30h
π Casa de Porras
University theatre marking 50 years since Franco's death. Ghosts of those killed during the regime rise to speak their truths.
Free | Theatre
πΈ GUITARMAGEDDON + Blues Jam Session | 21.30h
π Lemon Rock
Blues concert featuring Fernando Beiztegui, El Oso de BenalΓΊa and band, followed by open blues jam session (free entry for musicians).
β¬5 | Concert
π€ Jaloner | 21h
π Sala Planta Baja
Cartagena-born rap artist presents his 2024 album, La Grieta.
β¬18 | Concert, Hip Hop
πΆ Le Pachamama | 21.30h
π Taberna J&J
Part of the βRebequita tourβ, this duo blends rock, folk, and rumba.
β¬8 | Concert, Rock
π€ MDA | 22h
π Sala VΓbora
Theatrical rap meets hyper-pop, with autotune permanently set to 11.
β¬17,60 | Concert, Hip Hop
Fri 21st Nov
πͺ Hocus Pocus Festival 2025 | 21-30 Nov
π Various Locations
International magic festival featuring family shows featuring Andalusian and international magicians. See program.
Festival, Family, Magic
π¬ Festival Internacional de Cine Premios Lorca | 21-29 Nov
π Various Locations
International film festival βPremios Lorcaβ showcasing films at Auditorio Manuel de Falla and other venues across Granada. See program.
Cinema, Festival
π€ MUBEA 2025: Carmen XΓa | 18.30h
π Museo de Bellas Artes de Granada
Gaditana rapper/singer fuses copla, flamenco, hip hop and electronic music.
Free | Concert, Flamenco, Hip Hop
πΆ Γngel Stanich Band | 21h
π Centro Cultural CajaGRANADA. Memoria de AndalucΓa.
Upbeat indie act promotes his upcoming fourth album on this βGira (AΓΊn) Sin Nombreβ.
β¬22,50 | Concert, Rock
πΆοΈ Lima Negra | 21h
π Sala Planta Baja
Local band performs in the city where their project began.
β¬12 | Concert, Local(ish) Talent
π© Chaplin: The Spirit of the Tramp (VOSE) | 20h
π Filmoteca de AndalucΓa
Fascinating documentary (in English) exploring Charlie Chaplin's Romani gypsy heritage. View Trailer
Free | Cinema
πΈ Generation Grunge | 21.30h
π Lemon Rock
90s rock and metal tribute taking audiences back to the grunge era.
β¬10 | Concert, Rock
π€ Iberia Sumergida | 21h
π Sala Industrial Copera
Spanish rock band βHΓ©roes del Silencioβ tribute act.
β¬19,38 | Concert, Rock
π₯ QueridΓsimo Verdugo | 21h
π Espacio V Centenario
Documentary about the machinery of capital punishment during the later years under Franco. Filmed clandestinely in 1971.
Free | Cinema
πΆ Esencial de Lin CortΓ©s | 20h
π Teatro Alhambra
A journey through the flamenco fusion artistβs most popular songs.
β¬18 | Concert, Flamenco, Fusion
ππ» Naike Ponce | 21.30h
π Taberna J&J
Latin Grammy-nominated flamenco artist from SanlΓΊcar showcases the trajectory of her career.
β¬12 | Concert, Flamenco
π€ Mario DΓaz | 22h
π Sala RockNRolla
Former Los AslΓ‘ndticos frontman with extensive touring experience.
β¬20 | Concert, Pop
πΆ Arco | 21 Nov (22h) 22 Nov (20h)
π Sala Aliatar
Former El Puchero del Hortelano frontman from Loja performs his blend of light rock and flamenco.
β¬20 | Concert, Flamenco, Local Talent, Rock
Sat 22nd Nov
πΆ BebelΓ©: Mr. Tutti y las 100 Gotas de Agua | 11h & 12h
π Museo Memoria de AndalucΓa
Interactive storytelling experience for babies and toddlers.
β¬8,00 | Family
πΌοΈ Grabando la Naturaleza | 11.30h
π Museo Memoria de AndalucΓa
Printmaking workshop using recycled materials to create sustainable art.
β¬7 | Art, Workshop
πͺ΄ Made in Granada | 22-23 Nov, 11h
π Plaza de la Romanilla
Two-day local artisan market with jewellery, illustration, accessories, and natural cosmetics. Includes exchange of plant cuttings on Sunday 12.30h-13.30h.
Free | Market
π€ The Changers | 18h
π Lemon Rock
Non-stop covers fusing diverse styles.
β¬3 | Concert
π El CrΓ©dito. El Musical | 19h
π Teatro Isabel La CatΓ³lica
Musical comedy about a banker facing a difficult decision.
β¬13,50 | Theatre, Musicals
πΆ Noelia Franco - ΓTER | 21.30h
π Taberna J&J
Debut album launch (each song is paired with a gemstone!). Fusing R&B and international pop.
β¬16 | Concert, Pop
πΆ De Mocedades a El Consorcio | 20h
π Palacio de Congresos
Grammy Latino-winning ensemble featuring perform Spanish pop hits including Eurovision classic 'Eres TΓΊ'.
β¬38,50 | Concert, Pop
β¨ Kabaret Vestia | 20h
π Sala El Apeadero
Underground cabaret celebrating counterculture and community with glittery performance art.
β¬10 | Theatre
ππ» TrΓ‘nsito (Huyendo del Ruido) | 20h
π Teatro Alhambra
Rosario La Tremendita and Dani de MorΓ³n revisit flamencoβs purest roots with a modern touch.
β¬18 | Flamenco
ππ» SoleΓ‘ Morente en Concierto | 21h
π Centro Cultural CajaGRANADA. Memoria de AndalucΓa.
βChameleonβ artist blends Flamenco, pop, and electronic.
β¬22 | Concert, Flamenco, Fusion
π€ Luis CortΓ©s | 21.30h
π Sala Industrial Copera
Urban flamenco-pop from Valenciano artist.
β¬37 | Concert, Fusion, Pop
π· Jazz en Directo y Baile Swing | 22h
π AsociaciΓ³n Ool Ya Koo
Monthly jazz and swing dance gathering with Radio Crooner performing classic swing repertoire.
β¬10 | Concert, Dance, Jazz
π§ Tribology: Ben Sims, James Ruskin & AnnΔ | 00h
π Sala Industrial Copera
All-night back to back sessions by three heavyweights of the techno world.
β¬12 | Club Night, Electronic, Techno
Sun 23rd Nov
ππ½ Charity Race for Parkinsons | 10.30h
π C. Pablo Iglesias, La Zubia
6km charity run in La Zubia supporting Parkinson's research and awareness.
β¬12 | Sports
πΆ Concierto Solidario: El Gran Reto de MartΓn | 12h
π Teatro Isabel La CatΓ³lica
Charity concert.
β¬10 | Concert
π€£ We Are Not From Here - Stand Up Comedy in English | 19h
π Taberna J&J
Madrid-based comedians perform their English-language stand-up show about immigration and culture shock in Spain.
β¬15 | Comedy
β¨ Magic Machine | 19h
π Sala Planta Baja
Sydney-based psychedelic rock/garage band play a mix of vintage sounds.
β¬10 | Rock
πΊ ValentΓn Murillo Quintet | 20h
π AsociaciΓ³n Ool Ya Koo
Five piece plays a diverse range of styles.
β¬12,00 | Concert, Jazz
Tue 25th Nov
πΆ Lady Oro & Papu Racoom | 21.30h
π Lemon Rock
Blues and country by Granadina/MadrileΓ±o duo.
Free, Concert, Local Talent
π¬ Teorema (1968) VOSE | 21h
π Palacio de La Madraza
Italian movie (starring British actor, Terence Stamp) about seduction and the emptiness of bourgeois life that didnβt please the censors in 1968 Spain. View Trailer.
Free, Cinema
Wed 26th Nov
π¬ La Comedia SegΓΊn el IIEC-EOC | 20h
π Filmoteca de AndalucΓa
Rare comedy shorts and parody commercials from Spain's Film School (1957-70), including early gems by future giants of Spanish cinema. View Trailer.
Free | Cinema
πΆ Maika Lavera | 21.30h
π Lemon Rock
MΓ‘laga-based project blending soul, blues, rock and R&B with folk acoustic touches and nostalgic aesthetic.
Free | Concert
The chap atop of the newsletter today is Boabdil, also known as Muhammad XII. He was the last Nasrid ruler of the Emirate of Granada and the final Muslim King in the Iberian Peninsula. He surrendered Granada to the Catholic Monarchs in 1492, ending almost 800 years of the kingdom Al-Andalus. He is viewed as both a tragic and conflicted figure, caught between internal family struggles and mounting Christian pressure. According to legend, Boabdil wept while leaving the city, whereupon his mother delivered the famous rebuke: βWeep like a woman for what you could not defend like a man.β
