Spanish holiday guide
Epiphany
Epiphany (Epifanía del Señor / Día de Reyes) on 6 January is a Christian feast of the Magi and a Spain-wide public holiday, famous for gift-giving and Three Kings parades.
What it means
It celebrates the manifestation of Christ; in Spanish popular culture it is the day of the Reyes Magos and often the main children’s gift day.
Origin and history
Rooted in the Gospel Magi narrative and the Latin solemnity of the Epiphany; Spanish civil calendars list it annually as Epifanía del Señor.
How it is observed in Spain
Cabalgatas on 5 January evening; gifts and family meals on the 6th; roscón de Reyes; widespread closures.
Interesting facts
- Gift day often more important for children than Christmas morning.
- Parades are typically on the night of 5 January.
- 2026 date: Tuesday 6 January, published in the BOE (Spain’s official state gazette; BOE-A-2025-21667).
Public calendar
Check the 2026 dates
Holiday status depends on place. See the official calendar pages for the locations covered by this guide.