The Asociación Cultural Los Perchas from Mota del Cuervo (province of Cuenca) took part on Saturday, 17 October 2026, in the historic parade in Almuñécar (province of Granada). The appearance was part of the programme marking the 500th anniversary of the coastal town being granted its coat of arms. According to the organisers and local reports, large numbers of spectators watched the parade as it passed through the old town.
Los Perchas presented their performance “Espadas y coronas: dos culturas, un reino” in Almuñécar, adapting the costumes and choreography to the local context of the commemorative event. The staging draws on historical references and combines Christian-inspired garment styles with a story about power, rituals and the town’s history. Around a hundred people travelled with the group from Mota del Cuervo, including performers, musicians and the organising team.
Almuñécar is marking the royal grant of its coat of arms in 1526 with a series of events. The parade depicted episodes and symbols from the town’s history in staged scenes. Alongside the participation of outside groups such as Los Perchas, the organisers included associations from Almuñécar in the programme, which ran throughout the weekend. Related activities included guided tours and presentations on local history.
Los Perchas are known in Castilla-La Mancha for their elaborate street performances and parades. The group received several regional awards during the most recent carnival season, strengthening its presence at invitations beyond its home province. Its appearance in Andalusia broadens its reach and also strengthens links between cultural associations in the regions of Cuenca and Granada.
The key details officially confirmed – date, location, occasion and Los Perchas’ participation – are consistent across several regional reports and the host town’s programme information. Detailed internal figures on attendance or budget were not published verbatim by Almuñécar Town Council or Asociación Cultural Los Perchas and are therefore not specified here. From the organisers’ perspective, the focus is on bringing local history to life; for the visiting group, taking part is a showcase for its repertoire beyond its home region.
In the short term, the parade raises Almuñécar’s profile in the off-season and brings the anniversary into public spaces. For Mota del Cuervo, taking part offers an opportunity to expand cooperation with Andalusian cultural associations.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).