Given that leisure activities dominate the city’s calendar and temperatures are dropping, there’s an undeniable inclination toward fall plans, with eyes set on Halloween and Christmas. So much so that registration to participate in the 2027 Three Kings Parade in Seville is now open.
So, anyone interested in taking part in this iconic event can sign up starting today, September 15. In short, you’ll be part of this large parade on January 5, featuring spectacular floats, Bedouins, music, and Christmas decorations everywhere.
Specifically, the online registration period will remain open until October 15 via the Ateneo de Sevilla website.
As for children who want to join the parade, they must be registered by their parents or legal guardians.
On October 17 , a drawingwill be held before a notary public among all children who have applied; theymust be between the ages of 7 and 14. The Bedouins, on the other hand, must be at least 18 years old.
Registration, however, does not guarantee participation. After the registration period ends, a public drawing will be held before a notary to determine who will be able to participate on each float.
How much does it cost to participate in the Seville Three Kings Parade?
And regarding the most pressing question—if selected, how much does it cost to participate in Seville’s Three Kings Parade—the answer varies depending on the role.
For example, children ages 7 and up riding on the floats must pay around 300 euros, which includes a custom-made costume, a bag of candy, and participation insurance.
On the other hand, there are two types of participants: regular participants, who pay an annual fee , and temporary participants, who must pay approximately 250 €.
On top of all this, participants are welcome to bring as many kilos of candy as they’d like.
Who will be the Three Kings for the 2027 Parade?
Additionally, the Ateneo de Sevilla has officially announced the list of personalities who will portray the Royal Entourage for 2027:
- This year, José Luis Vera Carrillo, a well-known figure in Seville’s civil society, will take on the role of King Melchior.
- Miguel Ángel Jurado Cejas, a prominent Sevillian businessman, will play the role of King Gaspar.
- Finally, José Luis López Fernández “El Turronero,” a popular businessman and philanthropist from Cádiz, will portray King Balthazar.
The other main characters in the parade are as follows:
- Star of Hope: Laura Pulido Sáez.
- Goddess Pallas Athena: Paqui Villa Crespillo.
- Grand Vizier: Pedro Infante Peralta.
- Magician of Fantasy: Antonio Castro Somé.
- Royal Herald: Celestino Vidal Saavedra.
