What is Three Kings’ Day (Día de Lose Reyes)?
During Día de Los Reyes, Mexicans serve Rosca de Reyes, or King’s Cake. “Rosca” means wreath and “reyes” means kings. The Rosca de Reyes has an oval shape to symbolize a crown and has a small doll inside, which represents baby Jesus. The doll figure symbolizes the hiding of the infant Jesus from King Herod’s troops. Traditionally, Roscas are adorned with dried and candied fruits to symbolize the many jewels that a crown would have. The person who gets the slice with the doll must host a party on Día de la Candelaria in February.
What happens on Three Kings’ Day?
Christmas might be over, but it doesn’t mean the gift-giving (and receiving) is over. Children in Latin America and Spain receive the majority of their gifts from the Three Kings, rather than from Santa Claus at Christmas. Before going to bed, the children place their old shoes with a wish list on top for the Three Kings. In the morning, the shoes are filled with toys and gifts from the Three Kings. Reyes festivities are celebrated in a variety of ways across the globe, and here are five ways you can celebrate the traditions in your home.
How to celebrate Three Kings’ Day
My First Rosca de Reyes: Do you want to try making a rosca de reyes? Read my experience making my first rosca with my children along with a delicious recipe. Remember… The custom is that whoever finds the doll must host a party on Candlemas (February 2nd). Celebrating Los Tres Reyes (Three Kings’ Day)—Our Traditions: In this post, you’ll learn how to adorn shoeboxes and the steps to teach your children the meaning of the holiday. Celebrating Dia de los Reyes Magos with your kids: Celebrate the holiday with DIY crafts for the crown, camel, box of hay, and the kings. Celebrating El Día de los Tres Reyes Magos: Learn all about the holiday along with a beautiful video by JCPenney sharing real holidays by real families. A Tres Reyes Magos Menu Fit for a King: Three easy dishes for a complete Three King’s Day dinner! Next, here’s how long it takes to cook the perfect ham.
