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Spain Sets Epiphany Parades for Jan. 5 as Totana Moves Event to Jan. 3 on Storm Forecast

Municipal programs emphasize detailed routes, accessibility provisions, reinforced safety, ongoing checks of Aemet storm alerts.

Overview

  • Major cities keep their Cabalgata de Reyes on schedule for Monday, with Barcelona’s sea arrival at Portal de la Pau around 16:30 and a 18:00 parade to the Font Màgica following the published route.
  • Madrid’s main procession is slated for 18:00 from Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz, progressing along Castellana and Recoletos to Cibeles, with a finale around 21:00.
  • Totana advanced its cabalgata to Saturday, January 3, citing forecasts associated with storm Francis, according to the municipal announcement and Aemet guidance.
  • Leganés plans a large parade with 45 participating entities, over ten tonnes of gluten‑free candy, reinforced security barriers, police drone monitoring, and a designated viewing area for people with disabilities.
  • Regional formats and lead‑up activities include Valencia’s maritime arrival, Cullera’s new sensory‑friendly Punto Azul for children with autism or auditory sensitivity, and shopping‑center visits by the Reyes in Santiago with the Cartero Real at El Corte Inglés.