Epiphany
View Epiphany in Spain, including upcoming dates, public holiday status, and related observances.
Facts
- Date
- January 6, 2027
- Local name
- Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
- Country
- Spain
- Category
- COUNTRY_PUBLIC
- Type
- public, national
What is Epiphany?
Epiphany, celebrated annually on January 6th, is a significant Christian feast day. It commemorates the arrival of the Magi, the Three Wise Men, who journeyed to see the baby Jesus.
For many, this observance also marks the conclusion of the Christmas season and the twelve days of festivities.
Why it matters
This holiday carries deep religious meaning, representing the revelation of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles. It serves as a cultural marker, signaling the formal end of the winter holiday period. The tradition of gift-giving on this day, particularly for children, is closely linked to the Magi's offerings.
How to observe
In Spain, Epiphany is a public holiday, observed widely with family gatherings and religious services. It is a day on which children traditionally receive gifts from the Three Kings, in keeping with the historical narrative.
Festivities often include elaborate parades featuring the Magi, known as 'Cabalgata de Reyes', and the sharing of special cakes such as the 'Roscón de Reyes'. This cake sometimes contains small tokens or beans, adding an element of surprise to the celebrations.
Dates
| Year | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2025-01-06 | View 2025 holidays |
| 2026 | 2026-01-06 | View 2026 holidays |
| 2027 | 2027-01-06 | View 2027 holidays |
| 2028 | 2028-01-06 | View 2028 holidays |
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Observed in other countries
| Country | Date | Name | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Austria | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Åland Islands | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Switzerland | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Cyprus | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Germany | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Finland | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Greenland | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Greece | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Croatia | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Haiti | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Italy | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Liechtenstein | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Poland | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Romania | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Sweden | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Slovakia | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| San Marino | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Vatican City | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Venezuela | 2027-01-06 | - | View |
| Colombia | 2027-01-11 | - | View |