Published January 6, 2026 | Category: Events

TL;DR: Rain forced changes to the Three Kings Parade in Huércal-Overa, shortening the route, but the day still went ahead with music, street celebrations and visits to local institutions.

Rain shortens Three Kings Parade in Huércal-Overa, but celebrations continue

Huércal-Overa marked Three Kings’ Day with a full programme of activities despite persistent rain. Although weather conditions required a shorter parade route, families still gathered along the streets to welcome the Kings.

The main procession took place in the afternoon, following a reduced route through the town centre before ending earlier than planned as rainfall intensified. Local brass bands accompanied the parade, maintaining a festive atmosphere even as conditions worsened.

Earlier in the day, the Kings had already visited several local institutions, including the hospital and care centres, where residents and patients were able to greet them in a quieter and more personal setting.

The day concluded with a reception at the town’s theatre, where children handed over their letters before the celebrations came to a close. Despite the rain, Three Kings’ Day once again remained a key date on Huércal-Overa’s local calendar.

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Published January 5, 2026 | Category: Community

TL;DR: Due to forecast rain, Roquetas de Mar has cancelled its traditional Three Kings parade. Instead, Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar will receive children indoors at three locations across the municipality this evening, with scheduled times from 17:30 to 19:00.

Roquetas de Mar Three Kings parade cancelled and moves celebrations indoors due to rain

The traditional Three Kings parade in Roquetas de Mar has been suspended this year due to the forecast of persistent rain linked to Storm Francis. To ensure children can still enjoy the visit of Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar, the town hall has organised a series of indoor receptions across the municipality.

Instead of a moving parade through the streets, the Three Kings will meet families at three covered locations, each with a scheduled arrival time. These venues have been prepared to host the event comfortably and safely, allowing children to greet the Kings, take photos and receive traditional sweets without being affected by the weather.

Reception times and locations:

• El Parador Church – 17:30
• Aguadulce Church – 18:30
• Pabellon Infanta Cristina – 19:00

Local organisers have also stressed that, despite the changes to the public celebrations, the night-time delivery of gifts by the Three Kings will not be affected. Children will receive their presents as usual during the night of January 5.

Roquetas de Mar joins several municipalities across Almeria province that have adapted their Three Kings celebrations this year due to adverse weather, opting for indoor alternatives to keep the tradition going while prioritising safety.

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Published January 5, 2026 | Category: Events

TL;DR: Despite unsettled weather caused by Storm Francis, several municipalities in Almeria province have confirmed that their Three Kings parades (Cabalgata de Reyes Magos) will go ahead as planned on January 5. While some towns adjusted schedules earlier due to rain, others maintained their traditional parades.

Several Three Kings parades in Almeria will go ahead as planned

While Storm Francis has led to timetable changes and precautionary measures in parts of Almeria province, not all Three Kings celebrations have been affected. Several municipalities confirmed that their Cabalgata de Reyes Magos would take place as planned, maintaining the traditional celebrations on January 5.

Local councils stressed that decisions were taken based on real-time conditions rather than forecasts alone. In areas where rainfall was lighter and no safety risks were identified, parades continued under normal or slightly adapted arrangements.

Examples of Three Kings parades going ahead as planned

In Almeria city, the Three Kings parade also went ahead under an adjusted schedule due to the weather. Local authorities opted for a revised timetable rather than a cancellation, allowing the traditional Cabalgata to take place despite Storm Francis.

One clear example of a Three Kings celebration going ahead without changes was Bayarque, a small inland municipality where the traditional Cabalgata and local celebrations remained scheduled for the evening of January 5.

As in many villages across the province, the event was organised at local level and closely tied to community participation. In these cases, smaller-scale parades are often easier to adapt to changing weather conditions without full cancellations.

Different decisions across the province

Elsewhere in Almeria, some municipalities chose to bring celebrations forward earlier in the weekend as a precaution, while others waited to assess conditions closer to the event itself. This resulted in a mixed picture across the province rather than a blanket cancellation or postponement.

Residents attending Three Kings parades were advised to follow local council announcements and municipal social channels for last-minute updates, particularly where rain or wind conditions changed quickly.

A traditional night for families and children

The evening of January 5 remains one of the most anticipated dates in the Spanish calendar, especially for children. The arrival of Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar, accompanied by music and sweets, continued to be celebrated across Almeria wherever conditions allowed.

Despite the unsettled start to the week, many towns chose to preserve this tradition, adapting logistics where necessary but keeping the spirit of Three Kings alive.

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