Madrid's Three Kings Parade (Cabalgata de Reyes) 2027 is on Tuesday, January 5, 2027, from 6:00 p.m. to about 9:00 p.m. It starts at Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz and runs down Paseo de la Castellana and Paseo de Recoletos to Plaza de Cibeles. It's free (Madrid Tourism, esmadrid.com).
That night, January 5–6, the Three Kings leave presents in homes, and on January 6, Three Kings Day, many Madrid families share a roscón de Reyes.
Key facts (Christmas 2026–2027)
| What | Status | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Three Kings Parade | ✅ Official | Tue Jan 5, 2027, from 6:00 p.m. (until about 9:00 p.m.) |
| Route | ✅ Official | Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz → Paseo de la Castellana → Paseo de Recoletos → Plaza de Cibeles |
| Price | ✅ Official | Free |
| Three Kings Concert, Municipal Symphonic Band | ✅ Official | Jan 5, 2027, Teatro Real (charity recital) |
| Christmas lights | ✅ Official | Late November to Jan 6 |
| Teatro Circo Price Christmas show | ✅ Official | Late November to Jan 6, 2027 |
| Stands, accessible areas and Cibeles finale | ⚠️ Probable (2025 edition) | Stands with 8,000+ seats along the route and 2,500 at Cibeles; 5 accessible areas; the Kings' speech shortly before 9:00 p.m., then fireworks |
| Aldeas Infantiles SOS roscón in Sol | ⚠️ Probable (2025 edition) | Morning of Jan 5: performances from 11:00 a.m., free roscón from noon |
| Comunidad de Madrid Nativity scene | ⚠️ Probable (2025–2026 edition) | Real Casa de Correos, until Jan 6; free entry until full |
3-day itinerary (January 4–6, 2027)
Lights and the Nativity scene in Sol
- AfternoonThe Comunidad de Madrid Nativity scene at the Real Casa de Correos (Puerta del Sol). In 2025–2026 it opened 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. with free entry until full; confirm the 2026–2027 hours.
- EveningThe Christmas lights, which stay on until January 6.
- AlternativeThe Teatro Circo Price Christmas show (until January 6, 2027).
- Afternoon
The Three Kings Parade
- MorningIf the 2025 format repeats, the Aldeas Infantiles SOS roscón in Puerta del Sol, with free servings from noon.
- 6:00 p.m.The parade leaves Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz and heads down the Castellana and Recoletos to Cibeles.
- Cibeles finaleIn 2025, the Kings gave their speech shortly before 9:00 p.m. and the night ended with fireworks.
- AlternativeThe Three Kings Concert by the Municipal Symphonic Band at the Teatro Real.
- Morning
Three Kings Day
- MorningThe day for presents and roscón de Reyes.
- AfternoonLast day of the Christmas lights, the Teatro Circo Price show and, if the 2025–2026 hours repeat, the Real Casa de Correos Nativity scene (it opened 3:00–10:00 p.m. on January 6).
- Morning
Practical tips (from official sources)
- Accessibility: in 2025 there were five reserved, signposted areas for people with disabilities, especially wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility (esmadrid.com).
- Sol Nativity scene: entry closes 30 minutes before closing time (navidadmadrid.com, 2025–2026 edition).
- Check the program: the City of Madrid's official Christmas site is navidadmadrid.com.
FAQ
When and where does Madrid's 2027 Three Kings Parade run?
Madrid's 2027 Three Kings Parade is on Tuesday, January 5, from 6:00 p.m. until about 9:00 p.m. It starts at Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz and runs down Paseo de la Castellana and Paseo de Recoletos to Plaza de Cibeles, where it ends. Source: Madrid Tourism (esmadrid.com).
Is it free?
Yes. Madrid Tourism lists the Three Kings Parade as free, and you can watch from the street along the Castellana, Recoletos and Cibeles. In 2025 there were also stands with more than 8,000 seats along the route and 2,500 at Cibeles; the 2027 details haven't been published yet. Source: Madrid Tourism (esmadrid.com).
Where's the best place to watch with kids?
Madrid Tourism doesn't name a recommended stretch for children. In 2025 there were stands along the route and at Cibeles, where a stage had music until the floats arrived, followed by the Kings' speech shortly before 9:00 p.m. and fireworks. There were also five reserved accessible areas. Source: Madrid Tourism (esmadrid.com).
What else is on in Madrid on January 5 and 6?
On January 5, 2027, the Municipal Symphonic Band gives its Three Kings Concert at the Teatro Real. The city's Christmas lights and the Teatro Circo Price Christmas show both run until January 6, 2027. On January 6, Three Kings Day, many Madrid families share a roscón. Source: Madrid Tourism (esmadrid.com).
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Sources
- Madrid Tourism, Cabalgata de Reyes (2027 date, time, route and price; 2025 edition details): https://www.esmadrid.com/agenda/cabalgata-reyes
- Madrid Tourism, Christmas 2026–2027 agenda: https://www.esmadrid.com/agenda-navidad-madrid
- Madrid Tourism, Christmas 2026–2027 (roscón on January 6): https://www.esmadrid.com/agenda/navidadmadrid
- City of Madrid, Christmas program, Comunidad de Madrid Nativity scene (2025–2026 edition): https://www.navidadmadrid.com/es/evento/belen-de-la-comunidad-de-madrid
