La Bendición de Agua de Reyes/Water Blessing of the Kings

Join the celebration of La Bendición de Agua de Reyes / Three Kings water blessing

One of the most emblematic festivities of this heritage city of San Miguel de Allende is on the doorstep, it is the Blessing of Agua de Reyes, an event that year after year brings together dozens of faithful and visitors in a tradition full of devotion and symbolism. In 2025, the appointment will be next Sunday, January 5, at 4:30 p.m., in the Lauretano Garden, located next to the Temple of the Oratory.

The blessing of water is a traditional rite of the Catholic Church, which is celebrated in many places around the world on the day of the Epiphany, known as the feast of the Three Kings. This event has a deep religious significance, as the holy water received on this day is considered to purify the home and protect families from adversity during the coming year.

In San Miguel de Allende, the Blessing of Agua de Reyes is one of the most anticipated festivities, not only by locals, but also by tourists who seek to experience the city at its best cultural and spiritual expression. The event is free to enter, allowing all interested parties to participate, regardless of where they come from.

Attendees are invited to bring their water bottle to be blessed by the priest, although holy water will also be offered for those who do not bring their own. This gesture symbolizes the desire to begin the new year with spiritual cleansing and a renewed commitment to faith.

The Laureta Garden will be the meeting point, an emblematic space of the city, which is located in the Temple of the Oratory, becomes the ideal setting for this important religious act. The holiday is also an opportunity to enjoy the unique atmosphere of San Miguel de Allende, known for its colonial architecture and vibrant cultural life.

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in one of the most beloved traditions of the people of San Miguel. The Blessing of the Water of Kings 2025 promises to be an experience of communion and hope for all those present.

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