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The Three Kings arrive in Orihuela Costa on January 5
The parade will begin at 5pm and make its way to Zenia Boulevard
Their Majesties of the East are already making their way to Orihuela for what must be the most eagerly anticipated evening of the year for children across Spain. The Three Kings parade, held annually on January 5, is a procession like no other and the display in Orihuela Costa promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The monarchs' first stop will be their traditional visit to the boys and girls who are currently at the Vega Baja Hospital, after which they will be officially received by the mayor of Orihuela, Pepe Vegara, and presented with the keys to the city..
At 11.30, the Three Kings will tour through the streets before taking their place at the Teatro Circo and collecting letters from the excited children.
In Orhiuela Costa, the Three Kings parade will begin at 5pm. The procession will depart from Plaza Antonio Vicea and pass through Calle Nicolás de Bussy and Calle Jade, culminating at the Zenia Boulevard shopping centre for a fun-filled reception party.
In Orihuela city itself, the Wise Men are set to depart from the Las Espeñetas neighbourhood at 6.30pm. From here they will pass the City Hall and parade through Calle San Pascual to Glorieta.
The Councillor for Festivities has encouraged "all the families of Orihuela and nearby municipalities to enjoy the presence of the Three Wise Men so that the little ones in the house maintain the excitement and have the opportunity to see their Majesties in person".
It’s hoped that this important celebration will come off better than the Santa Claus parades held in December, whose organisers have been accused of breach of contract for offering sub-par floats and entertainment.
More than 56,000 euros has been invested in the 2024 Three Kings parade in Orihuela Costa, 20,000 more than was spent on the disappointing Santa Claus event.
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