“Go to sleep, the Three Wise Men are coming!” The streets of much of Spain have once again been filled with lights, candy and excitement upon the arrival of Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar. One more year, like every January 5, their Eastern Majesties arrive loaded with gifts that they must distribute throughout this night. But, hours before, they have culminated their journey in a parade in which more than one has taken the opportunity to deliver their letter of wishes at the last minute..
The prediction of rain has not been an impediment in Madrid, which has motivated the monarchs and royal pages to lighten their pace and parade through other cities the day before expected. In the specific case of Madrid, Melchior has climbed onto a boat-shaped float.. Gaspar’s -which has once again won over the public- simulated bird and that of Baltasar, a turtle.
All this in a march that, in 2025, has opened a giant star and has been celebrated under the motto “The night of wishes fulfilled”taking inspiration from Victorian toys. It started on time and only a few drops have fallen at the beginning of the afternoon and with the first rows of spectators packed with boys and girls. Of course, both children and adults have been cautious and have attended the event well dressed and with raincoats, as well as with umbrellas. Although the latter have become common in this type of parades.
Obviously, in this journey full of hope there has been a gap for pay tribute to all those affected by DANAwhich hit Valencia last October and whose consequences persist. That is why one of the flag bearers of the Madrid parade has waved the Valencian banner.
Their Majesties have not paraded alone. In Madrid, they left accompanied by nine other floats that are paying tribute to the three elements: sea, land and air. That’s why The entourage that followed Melchior was in the shape of luminous fish, jellyfish and other marine animals. that have turned, for a moment, the streets of Madrid into the ocean. Gaspar, aboard his mechanical bird, and the group of flying balloons that have paraded have paid tribute to the wind. The turtle also symbolizes the wisdom of Baltasar, according to Madrid Directhas also winked at the earth.
Melchor in the Madrid parade in 2025
Excitement has also been conveyed by the around 250 pages who have accompanied their Majesties distributing the 1.2 tons of candy they had to all the boys and girls from Madrid, or who were passing through the capital, in the vicinity of the parade. Just as they have done from the Samur float to an audience that has been able to enjoy a multitude of artists specialized in music and dance, both along the route and at the end of the parade.
Another year, the tour has culminated in the Plaza de Cibeles. There they were received by another large crowd, to whom they addressed their traditional speech. But before they have attended to RTVE. “It is magical to arrive in Madrid,” said Melchor, who stated that “the way in which they have been received is very flattering.” “In this country, people have helped each other,” Gaspar wanted to highlight after what happened in recent months, and he wanted to say thank you. Finally, Baltasar has made a call not to lose the inner child.
“This year many of you have remembered people who have experienced terrible moments because of the flood,” Melchor said in his traditional speech, before acknowledging that both he and Gaspar and Baltasar have been “excited” to see that so many little ones have kept in mind what happened in Valencia. The king with the red beard has taken him at his word, who has spoken in favor of ending the wars.
The last to speak, again, was Baltasar. Just as his partner did before going on stage, wanted to highlight the way in which this year people have mobilized to help each other.
King Baltasar, as he passes through the Madrid parade this 2025
In Paiporta the protagonists have been the volunteers and the people
While in Madrid they have not lost sight of what happened in Valencia, during the visit of the Three Wise Men to Paiporta, They have preferred to give all the protagonism to the people and the volunteers who have helped at some point in one of the areas most affected by DANA.
In fact, the organization has been possible “thanks to the solidarity and collaboration of entities and associations, In the town, shows are being enjoyed at zero cost to the town council“, they have explained from the Paiporta City Council, in statements that have been collected Europa Press.
By train, boat and with time for some sightseeing before handing out the gifts
Their Eastern Majesties arrive in different ways to each city in Spain. In Barcelona, for example, it is tradition that they arrive at the Portal de la Pau aboard the Santa Eulàlia pailebota. This year has been no different. The mayor, Jaume Collboni, has been waiting for them there to give them the keys to the City of Barcelona, so that they can access all the houses to spread enthusiasm.
Tradition also dictates that they arrive in Logroño by helicopter. This is what happened this Sunday, in the football stadium Las Gaunas, where hundreds of children were waiting for them in the stands. It was a military model of the BHELMA III battalion from which they descended, encouraged by the applause and enthusiasm of the little ones.
They arrived in León and Vitoria this Sunday morning by train. The Basque station’s public address system made the announcement to the excitement of the boys, girls and other family members. who have moved to fulfill their mission on this magical night. Melchior, Gaspar and Baltasar have collected the letters from those furthest behind and have guaranteed them that tomorrow there would be gifts for everyone.
What has been a milestone has been his visit to the Alhambra in Granada. Never before had these Kings been seen in the Andalusian palace. They have done it with their characteristics and adorned outfits, in a visit that has caught some small tourists who were there by surprise. According to EFEthey have reacted with applause, some commotion, shyness and even a small improvised race to the magical monarchs.
Their Majesties The Three Wise Men of the East with the Mayor of Granada, Marifran Carazo
Seville, one day before and with a marriage proposal
The rain has meant that Melchor and company’s plans have had to change a little. They arrived in Seville, Córdoba, Jaén, Cádiz and Huelva on Saturday. The event began on time in the Andalusian capital, where the parade kicked off at 4:15 p.m. from the old Tobacco Factory. At the height of the Macarena Basilica, the Grand Vizier, as reported by the Seville newspaperhe proposed to his partner, one of the royal pages who also traveled in his carriage.
In Cádiz, as the parade was also on Saturday, this Sunday Their Majesties have received some of the little ones at the Castillo de San Marcos from 4:00 p.m.approximately.
Once their agenda for day 5 has been completed, Melchior, Gaspar, Baltasar and the entire royal entourage, which also includes the famous camels and pages, are now prepared to fulfill your mission with all the boys and girls who have behaved well and are looking forward to opening their gifts this Monday.
Source: www.huffingtonpost.es
