These Three Kings Day or Dia de Reyes free printable gift tags are perfect for personalizing gifts from the Three Magi during Epiphany. I’ve included some free Three Kings Day designs that you can easily print at home and I’ve also included some cute Three Kings Day printable letters so your kids can write to the Three Wise Men.
When is Three Kings Day Celebrated?
Día de Reyes, or Three Kings Day, is celebrated on January 6th and marks the visit of the Three Wise Men, or Magi, to the baby Jesus in Christian tradition. This day is extraordinary for children in many Spanish-speaking countries, as it’s customary for the Reyes Magos (Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar) to leave gifts to discover in the morning. Just as the Wise Men brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to Jesus, children receive presents as a symbol of love and the holiday spirit of giving.
Celebrating Epiphany and the arrival of the Three Kings was part of the Christmas traditions in Guatemala, where I grew up. We’ve kept this tradition alive in our family, and our kids receive gifts from Los Reyes Magos every year on January 6th.
What Types of Gifts Do the Three Kings Bring to Children?
The tradition of giving gifts on Three Kings Day is a special and exciting time, especially in Latin American countries and Spain.
Kids write letters to the Three Wise Men, or Reyes Magos, telling them about the good things they’ve done and the presents they hope to get. It’s like writing to Santa Claus at Christmas. They put a lot of heart into these letters and sometimes even send them to the sky with balloons, hoping they’ll reach the Wise Men. Writing a letter to the Three Kings or even a letter to each of them is a great Three Kings Day activity. I’ve included some cute printables that kids can use to write their letters to the Three Kings.
On January 5th, the night before Three Kings Day, kids get everything ready for the Kings’ visit. They put their shoes out in a spot where the Kings will see them, like near a window or at the end of their bed. The shoes are there to be filled with gifts when the Kings arrive. Kids also leave out grass, hay, or water as a treat for the camels that have carried the Wise Men on their long journey. They believe this kind gesture will make the Kings happy and bring them more gifts. You can also download and print this fun Three Kings Day envelope and stamps to make sending the letter to the Reyes Magos even more fun!
When January 6th comes, children wake up to find their shoes filled with presents, candies, and other fun things. It’s a reward for being good all year. In Spain, this day is a big deal, and kids often get more gifts on this day than on Christmas. In Latin America, the types of gifts can be different, from small toys and sweets to new clothes and things for school. In our home, the kids usually get something to wear, something to read, and something they need. For example, the Three Kings will usually bring them:
- A bilingual book, now they usually get a chapter book in Spanish
- Something to wear like a new jacket, shoes or clothes for school
- Something they need, like shiny new school supplies, or something for their favorite hobby or sport
Three Kings Day Free Gift Tags for Epiphany
To add to the magic of Three Kings Day, I’ve created a collection of free printable gift tags featuring the Three Magi. These tags come in various designs, each depicting the wise men who bring gifts to children around the world on this special day. Whether your gifts are wrapped in shiny paper or placed carefully in shoes, these tags will add a personal and festive touch. They’re colorful and fun, making each present from the Three Magi even more exciting.
To print the tags, click on the image to open a printable PDF.
The tags are easy to print at home and perfect for adding a bit of extra sparkle to your celebrations. You can choose from different styles. Each one carries the spirit of the holiday and will delight any child who receives it. Attach these special tags to your gifts to make the moment your child discovers them even more magical and memorable. They’re not just for decoration; they’re a small way to make a beloved tradition even more heartfelt and joyful.
To print the tags, click on the image to open a printable PDF. 
To print the tags, click on the image to open a printable PDF.
In our family, each of my children gets one present from each of the Three Kings: Baltasar, Melchior, and Gaspar. So, when I’m wrapping the gifts, I use these special tags to show which King the present is from. It makes opening their presents even more fun because they feel like they’re getting something special from each of the wise Magi. It’s a small touch that adds a lot of excitement to our Three Kings Day celebration.
To print the tags, click on the image to open a printable PDF.
Other Three Kings Day Activities For Kids
Día De Los Reyes: Three Kings Day Crafts And Activities For Kids: from Three Kings crafts and recipes to books about the Wise Men, you will find lots of activities for your kids to celebrate the arrival of the Three Wise Men together.
Our Favorite Dia de Reyes Traditions: Check out my article about our favorite traditions to celebrate Epiphany.
Easy Rosca de Reyes Buns: This recipe inspired in the traditional Rosca de Reyes or Roscón de Reyes is easy and quick to make and a great recipe to make with kids.
Paula studied architecture and now makes a living as a freelance writer,traveler and amateur photographer.She started her writing & publishing career as the editor of Bebé y Mamá, the first parenting magazine in Guatemala.She is the founder of www.GrowingUpBilingual.com and www.365thingsswfl.com and writes articles in Spanish and English for both magazines and the web on travel,food and bicultural and bilingual parenting .
When she is not on a plane or road trip she likes to create recipes inspired in the flavors of her native Guatemala.
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