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Epiphany 2026 in Spain

In Spain, Epiphany on January 6 is a public holiday and the day people exchange most of their Christmas presents.

The three kings are also called wise men or magi.

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Is Epiphany a Public Holiday?

The Three Kings' Day or Day of the Magi, also known as Epiphany, is a public holiday. If January 6 is on a Sunday, the following Monday is a public holiday in these Spanish regions: Andalucía, Aragón, Asturias, Canarias, Castilla y León, Extremadura, Madrid, Murcia, Navarra, Ceuta, and Melilla.

Gifts for the Baby Jesus

The celebration on January 6 is dedicated to the three wise men, or kings, who brought the baby Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, according to Christian scripture. The three Kings are often referred to as Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar.

God's Incarnation

The Christian feast of Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ as God's incarnation. It is also known as the Twelfth Day of Christmas, as it happens twelve days after Christmas Day.

About Epiphany in Other Countries

Read more about Epiphany.

Epiphany Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Mon Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2021 Wed Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2022 Thu Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2023 Fri Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2024 Sat Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2025 Mon Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2026 Tue Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2027 Wed Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2028 Thu Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2029 Sat Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday
2030 Sun Jan 6 Epiphany National Holiday

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