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The Three Kings Parade 2026

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Practical information

Where:

various streets in the centre of Barcelona

Date:

5 January 2026

Tim:

Arrival of the Three Kings at the Portal de la Pau
At 4:30 pm

Three Kings Parade
From 6:00 pm

 

There is no capacity limit.

  • Letter to the Three Kings

Barcelona is gearing up to welcome the magic of Their Majesties and their entourage! 

Arrival of the Three Kings at the Portal de la Pau

Are you ready to welcome Their Majesties? It all begins with the arrival of Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar aboard the schooner Santa Eulàlia, at Portal de la Pau. They will dock at 4.30 pm, where they will be welcomed by the Mayor, Jaume Collboni. What will he offer Their Majesties on arrival? Bread and salt – symbols of hospitality – along with the magic key that opens every home, allowing them to deliver their gifts.

Three Kings Parade

Then, at 6 pm, the parade will set off, following the same route as in previous years: starting on Av. Marquès de l’Argentera and Pg. Colom before continuing along Av. Paral·lel and Rda. Sant Pau. After passing Sant Antoni Market, the parade will head along C/ Sepúlveda and end at Plaça d’Espanya.

Set designers, choreographers, musicians, dancers and artists from all over the city have joined forces to create a spectacular parade that combines cutting-edge technology with dazzling displays of local talent and creativity.

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The show combines tradition and technological innovation with choreography and street performance, showcasing the best the city has to offer. This year, Ramon de los Heros, José Menchero and Carles Berga have created new stage elements, while international artists contribute their own unique vision to the festivities. The parade also features original musical compositions by local artists, accompanying the royal entourage.

Children and adults alike are invited to share in this magical moment – a time when everyone can feel like a child again. There will be coal and sweets for all!

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2026 ROUTE

The royal parade will set off at 6.00 pm, following a route from Av Marquès de l’Argentera (at the junction with Pg Circumval·lació) to Montjuïc’s Magic Fountain, at the following expected times:

  • 6 pm Start in Parc de la Ciutadella
  • 6.35 pm Pg. Colom with Via Laietana
  • 6.55 pm Columbus monument
  • 7.10 pm Portal de Santa Madrona
  • 7.30 pm Av. Paral·lel with Ronda de Sant Pau
  • 7.45 pm Mercat de Sant Antoni
  • 8.10 pm C/ Sepúlveda with C/ Comte Borrell
  • 8.30 pm C/ Sepúlveda with C/ Entença
  • 8.50 pm Av. Reina Maria Cristina
  • 9.10 pm Av. Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia

No limits on capacity are planned.

Some spaces will be reserved for people with disabilities or functional diversity, with accreditation.

BCN FESTES!

Practical information

Where:

various streets in the centre of Barcelona

Date:

5 January 2026

Tim:

Arrival of the Three Kings at the Portal de la Pau
At 4:30 pm

Three Kings Parade
From 6:00 pm

 

There is no capacity limit.

  • Letter to the Three Kings

The pages

  • Page Gregori
    Page Gregori

    He's in close contact with Their Majesties and is on top of everything going on with them. A good-natured and problem-solving page, he ensures everything goes smoothly on the day of the parade.

  • Page Estel

    She controls the winds, snowfalls, and waves to ensure the Kings arrive in the city. A radiant and kind page, she ensures that children do not ask for violent or sexist toys.

  • Page Omar
    Page Omar

    He selects, packages, and transports the perfect toys for each child. An active, responsible, and busy page, he ensures that parcels reach all their recipients in good condition.

  • Pages carters
    Mail Pages

    On foot, by bicycle, or atop a float. They are responsible for collecting letters and delivering them to the Kings so that Their Majesties know the children's wishes and can make them come true during the most magical night.

Christmas songs

  • Estel’s song

    The star that shines from the sky and lights the way for the Three Kings sings us the sweetest of songs.

    Song lyrics [Ca]

  • Messengers’ song

    Sing along with the messengers who collect letters full of dreams and excitement for the Three Kings.

    Song lyrics [Ca]

  • Coal song

    Coal! Coal! A song for the children who haven’t been good.

    Song lyrics [Ca]

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