Epiphany
Nationwide public holiday in Spain · Epifanía del Señor
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 January | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 January | Wednesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Spain.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Typical weather in Madrid around 6 January: high 10°C (50°F), low 0°C (31°F), rain on 29% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Madrid. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Wednesday 6 January in Madrid: (MET Norway)
About Epiphany
In Spain, Epiphany is known as the Día de Reyes, the day of the Three Kings, or Magi, who according to Christian tradition brought gifts to the infant Jesus. For many Spanish families it is the main gift-giving day of the Christmas season and marks its close.
Traditions
On the evening of 5 January, towns hold cavalcades in which the Three Kings parade through the streets and throw sweets to the crowds. Children leave out their shoes before going to bed and find presents the next morning. The day is often celebrated with a roscón de reyes, a ring-shaped sweet bread with a small figurine hidden inside.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
Coming up next in Spain
Friday, 26 March 2027
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