In quinceañera traditions, what is the group of attendants called?

The group of attendants in quinceañera traditions is called the court of honor. It commonly accompanies the celebrant during the entrance, formal dances, and other parts of the celebration.

A court may contain young women called damas and young men called chambelanes. Some families choose a large, choreographed group, while others invite only a few friends or relatives. Contemporary celebrations may also use a gender-inclusive arrangement.

The court of honor is sometimes compared with a wedding party, but the occasions are different. A quinceañera centers on a fifteenth birthday and a coming-of-age tradition, not a marriage. The court’s clothing, dance roles, and number of members depend on local and family customs.