The iconic Gran Vía in the capital transformed today into a stage for music, dance, circus, and theater to host the Hispanidad 2026 parade. The procession, which ran from Plaza de España to Calle de Alcalá, drew thousands of spectators.
During the event, Díaz Ayuso greeted the Ambassador of the United States to Spain, Benjamín León Jr., representative of the guest country for this edition, which commemorates the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence. The president emphasized that the event "continues to grow every year" and stressed that "Hispanics in Spain and Madrid are at home here."
This edition featured delegations from 22 countries, including Spain, the United States, the Philippines, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, Colombia, among others. Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands were also present. The parade included groups such as a representation from the Barranquilla Carnival and the World Street Brass Band from New Orleans.
The Hispanidad celebration extended beyond Madrid, with a live broadcast of the parade at the Freedom Tower in Miami and a simultaneous connection with Plaza de Callao.
