Where to celebrate Three Kings Day, Dia de Reyes, in Atlanta and suburbs — event listing for 2024.
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While some people take down their Christmas decorations before New Year’s Day, others celebrate the Christmas holiday for 11 more days!
You’ve heard the song about the 12 Days of Christmas, but you may not know that the those twelve days actually start on Christmas Day and go through January 6th, which is known as Three Kings Day.
Traditionally, the Twelve Days of Christmas conclude on January 6th each year.
The day is also known as Epiphany or Twelfth Night, and it marks the day the three wise men (the Magi) arrive at the stable in Bethlehem to greet the baby Jesus with their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
For many families, this celebration is as important as Christmas!
Want to celebrate Three Kings Day, also known as Dia de Reyes? See the events listed below!
In Latin countries, children leave a box filled with hay under their beds the night before, or leave their shoes by the door, so the kings will leave presents for them.
The traditional treat associated with Three Kings Day is rosca de reyes — a sweet, yeasty bread that’s baked in a ring to represent a crown. It’s quite easy to find in metro Atlanta! We recommend visiting one of the Latin groceries or panaderias (bakeries) along Buford Highway in Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville, or Norcross. Or, you could do a google search for “panaderia near me” to find one in your area.
Rosca de reyes, the traditional dessert in Latin countries. Deposit Photos.
Three Kings Day celebrations in Atlanta
This list covers the entire metro area, and is not limited to the city of Atlanta.
Dia de Reyes Celebration at Plaza Las Americas
Saturday, January 6, 2024
4 to 6 p.m.
FREE
Plaza Las Americas
733 Pleasant Hill Road
Lilburn, GA 30047
The Magi are coming to Plaza Las Americas in Lilburn, and you can join the celebration!
The fun starts at 4 p.m. and the event is FREE and open to the public.
This is a festive cultural celebration, commemorating the arrival of the Magi. It is family-friendly, so bring the kids.
You’ll find lively music, traditional entertainment, family activities and more.
Traditional flavors of the season include rosca de reyes (a sweet yeast bread) and hot chocolate.
Cherished customs and community will come together in a memorable celebration.
For more info:
Gwinnett events calendar
Facebook event page
Fiesta Dia de Reyes
Saturday, January 6, 2024
2 to 5 p.m.
$5 per person
The Westminster Schools
1424 West Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30327
Tickets are available via Eventbrite (small fee added.)
Parent, please bring wrapped presents for your children. the Kings will present the gifts to your kids.
More info on Facebook
What to expect:
- The story of the Three Kings
- A visit by the Three Kings (bring a gift for them to give your child)
- Cocoa and coffee
- Rosca de Reyes (traditional pastry)
- Traditional music
Three Kings Day / Dia de Los Reyes at Peachtree City Library
Saturday, January 6, 2024
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
FREE
Peachtree City Library
123 Willow Bend Rd.
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Recommended for kids age 3 to 8.
No registration needed, just show up!
The fun includes stories, a craft, and Rosca De Reyes.
More info
How to celebrate Three Kings Day at Home
- Leave snacks for the three kings and their camels — like you do for Santa Claus and his reindeer!
- Gather with family and friends for a feast.
- Read story books about the Three Kings (shop for children’s books on Amazon).
- Give small gifts to each other.
- Make traditional sweet bread with a small toy baked inside. Here’s a recipe for King Cake, or you can google for one.
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