What Spanish name is given to the formal group of attendants at a quinceañera?

The formal group of attendants at a quinceañera is called the corte de honor.

The phrase translates as “court of honor.” It refers to the friends or relatives who accompany the honoree during ceremonial entrances, dances, photographs, and other formal portions of the event. Traditionally, the court may include damas and chambelanes.

There is no universal number of members. Some families choose a large court, while others select only a few attendants or replace the traditional arrangement with a more informal group. Clothing and choreography also differ widely.

The corte de honor is not the same as the guest list or the family’s sponsors. Padrinos may help finance or provide elements of the event, but they are not automatically members of the court. The Spanish term is useful because it identifies the organized ceremonial group rather than any person attending the party.