What is the name of the ceremonial court that traditionally accompanies a quinceañera?

The ceremonial court that traditionally accompanies a quinceañera is called the court of honor.

A court of honor usually consists of the celebrant’s friends or relatives and may include damas and chambelanes. Members can take part in the entrance, posed photographs, choreographed dances, and the formal waltz. Their presence gives the reception a coordinated ceremonial structure.

The court of honor is sometimes compared with a bridal party because both involve attendants, but the two traditions are not identical. A quinceañera is not a wedding, and court members do not have the same legal or marital role as wedding attendants. The court’s purpose is to support and honor the birthday celebrant.

Modern families may change the court’s size, clothing, membership, or activities. Some celebrations use a mixed-gender group or no court at all. The phrase court of honor therefore describes the traditional arrangement, while damas and chambelanes identify common categories within that arrangement.