Overview

• AEMET’s Thursday morning outlook indicates no rain over central Madrid during the parade window, with any showers more likely later in the day and forecasts still subject to change.
• The Ministry of Defence confirms 3,847 personnel, more than 100 vehicles, 74 aircraft and 229 horses will take part in the display.
• The ceremony begins with the royal arrival at 11:00, the parade runs roughly 12:00 to 13:30, and the route spans from Atocha’s Emperador Carlos V roundabout to Plaza de Colón via Prado, Cibeles and Recoletos.
• Madrid will close central roads from 7:00 on Sunday, deploy about 450 municipal agents, advise use of public transport and adjust EMT bus lines along the route.
• Rehearsals continue for ground and air components, and the Hispanidad 2025 cultural program features free events across the city, including Henry Méndez at Puerta del Sol at 21:00 on Thursday.