In a quinceañera, what is the formal group of attendants known as?

In a quinceañera, the formal group of attendants is known as the court of honor.

The court of honor accompanies the quinceañera during important parts of the celebration. Members may join her for a formal entrance, stand with her during photographs, and perform a rehearsed waltz or other dance. Traditionally, the court consists of damas and chambelanes.

The phrase is ceremonial rather than a claim that the celebrant has legal or political authority. It reflects the event’s formal presentation style, which has sometimes been compared with a debut or a courtly celebration.

Not every quinceañera has a court of honor. Contemporary families may select a very small group, include relatives of different ages, invite friends of any gender, or replace the court dance with another activity. The name describes the attendants’ ceremonial role, not a fixed worldwide format.