The essentials
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday 5 January 2027 (to confirm) |
| Start | Around 18:00 (2026), Plaza San Juan de la Cruz |
| Finish | Around 21:00, Plaza de Cibeles |
| Price | Free |
Where to stand
The route heads down the Castellana toward the centre: the closer to Cibeles, the denser the crowd. To see the floats up close with children, pick a spot further up the route or arrive 90 minutes early. Neighbourhood parades also run in the districts (Barajas, La Latina) at different times. The next day, 6 January, is a public holiday: gifts, roscón and most shops closed. See Christmas in Madrid and Madrid in January.
To go further: Where to stay in Madrid for a first visit, Hotels near Puerta del Sol Madrid and Wine and tapas tastings in Madrid.
