Day Guide for Wednesday January 6th 2021

This is our day guide for Wednesday January 6th 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 6 of 2021.

Holidays on January 6th 2021

International: Epiphany. A major Christian celebration, Epiphany is celebrated on January 6th and commemorates the presentation of the infant Jesus to the Magi, or three wise men. In some countries, it may be known as Three Kings Day.
International: Epiphany. Commemorates Christ's baptism by John the Baptist in the river Jordan.
International: Christmas Day. The Armenian Church celebrates Christmas on January 6th. It also celebrates Epiphany on the same day
International: Orthodox Christmas Eve. Celebrated on the day before Orthodox Christmas
Iraq: Iraqi Army Day. Marks the anniversary of the activation of the Iraqi Army on January 6th 1921.
Italy: La Befana. On the night before Epiphany, Befana visits Italian children, leaving a present in their stockings
Russia: New Year's Holiday (bridge day). Traditional holiday period between New Year and Orthodox Christmas

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Observances on January 6th 2021

  • USA: National Bean Day
  • USA: National Shortbread Day
  • Jamaica: Maroon Festival
  • International: Epiphany
  • France: Epiphany
  • Belgium: Epiphany
  • Bulgaria: Epiphany
  • International: World Day of War Orphans

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