Three Kings Parade in Orihuela Costa

Christmas doesn’t really finish in Spain when Christmas Day is over

Three Kings Parade in Orihuela Costa

Christmas doesn’t really finish in Spain on Christmas Day.

The festive season continues into January, leading up to Three Kings Day, or Día de Reyes, one of the most important dates in the Spanish Christmas calendar.

On Orihuela Costa, the celebration comes to life with the annual Three Kings Parade, bringing music, colourful floats, dancing and the Three Kings themselves to the streets.

A Spanish Christmas Tradition

In Spain, children traditionally receive their main Christmas presents from the Three Kings — Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar.

The Kings arrive on the evening of 5 January, and children wake up on 6 January to discover their presents.

The parade is part of that tradition, giving families a chance to see the Kings before their big night.

Music, Floats and Sweets

The parade is colourful and full of energy.

Decorated floats travel through the local streets accompanied by music, performers and dancers. The Three Kings wave to the crowds, while sweets are thrown from the floats for children waiting along the route.

It is very much a family event, but the atmosphere is enjoyable for everyone.

In recent editions, the Orihuela Costa celebrations have also included activities around Zenia Boulevard, where families can meet the Three Kings.

Experience a Spanish Christmas

For visitors from outside Spain, Three Kings is a great way to experience a different side of Christmas.

It is a tradition that has been celebrated across Spain for generations, and on Orihuela Costa it brings together Spanish families, international residents and visitors.

The exact route and programme can change each year, so it is worth checking the latest information before you go.

When Is the Three Kings Parade?

Three Kings Day is celebrated every year on 6 January, with the main parade usually taking place on the evening of 5 January.

The exact starting point, route and programme on Orihuela Costa can change from year to year.

The parade is free to watch and is a great event for families visiting the area during the Christmas holidays.

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