Three Kings Day / Epiphany
Always observed 12 days after Christmas on January 6
| Three Kings Day (Día de los Reyes), also known as the Epiphany, is a Christian celebration that commemorates the Biblical story of the three kings who followed the star of Bethlehem to bring gifts to the Christ child. |
| The holiday is widely celebrated in the Hispanic community, especially among Mexican-Americans. |
| Hallmark introduced Spanish-language cards for Three Kings Day in 1998. |
2008 Product Features
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Hallmark’s Sinceramente Hallmark line for Hispanic consumers offers 10 cards for Three Kings Day.
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Humorous and traditional cards are available to send to friends and families.
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Three Kings Day cards designed for children make the Biblical story fun for kids and easy to understand.
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Each card features an English translation on the back.
Holiday History
According to the Biblical story, the Three Kings (or wise men or magi) – named Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar – followed the Star of Bethlehem to find the Baby Jesus’ birth place. They presented the baby with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.
In Stores
Available at Hallmark Gold Crown® stores nationwide and wherever Sinceramente Hallmark products are sold. Use the store locator on Hallmark.com to find the nearest Sinceramente Hallmark retailer.