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January 6 Holidays

National Cuddle Up Day
Relationship

National Cuddle Up Day

Wrap yourself up in a warm blanket and enjoy National Cuddle Up Day with your loved ones - it's the perfect day for hugs, snuggles, and some quality time!
Three Kings Day
Religious

Three Kings Day

Ring in Three Kings Day with a celebration! Follow the star of Bethlehem and join us for delicious treats, exciting activities, and a magical experience!
National Bean Day
Food & Beverage

National Bean Day

Celebrate National Bean Day with a delicious variety of dishes! From chili to baked beans and soups, you won't be disappointed!
Apple Tree Day
Food & Beverage

Apple Tree Day

Celebrate Apple Tree Day - get outside and learn about the importance of apple trees and their contribution to our environment!
National Shortbread Day
Food & Beverage

National Shortbread Day

Celebrate National Shortbread Day with delicious treats! Bake up a batch of classic shortbread cookies or try something new with our yummy recipes.
National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day
Cultural

National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day

Time to take down the Christmas tree! Get ready for National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day with our easy tips and tricks for a smooth transition.
World Day for War Orphans
Cause

World Day for War Orphans

World Day for War Orphans is a day to remember and honor those kids who have lost their parents during conflict - let's show them our support!
Dry Bean Day
Food & Beverage

Dry Bean Day

Get ready to bring some flavor and nutrition to your meals with Dry Bean Day - the perfect excuse to add beans to all of your dishes!
National Take a Poet to Lunch Day
Appreciation

National Take a Poet to Lunch Day

Show your love for poetry and support for poets by taking one out to lunch on National Take a Poet to Lunch Day! Your taste buds and heart will thank you.
Epiphany
Religious

Epiphany

Discover the true meaning of Epiphany as we celebrate the revelation of Jesus Christ and reflect on our own moments of enlightenment.
National Samantha Day
Name Days

National Samantha Day

On National Samantha Day, let's celebrate and honor all the amazing Samanthas in our lives who make each day brighter with their unique charm and personality!
National Smith Day
Name Days

National Smith Day

Join the celebration on National Smith Day and honor all those with this popular last name! Let's give a shoutout to our favorite Smiths.
Uruguay Children’s Day/Ephiphany
Special Interest

Uruguay Children’s Day/Ephiphany

On Uruguay Children's Day/Ephiphany, let's celebrate the joy and innocence of children with fun activities, gifts, and quality time spent together.
Day of Los Reyes
Religious

Day of Los Reyes

Celebrate the vibrant culture and traditions of Day of Los Reyes with colorful parades, traditional food, and lively music!
Armenian Christmas
Cultural

Armenian Christmas

Experience the rich traditions and delicious food of Armenian Christmas - a celebration that will leave you feeling merry and full!
National Davis Day
Name Days

National Davis Day

Calling all Davises! It's National Davis Day - a day to celebrate and honor the unique and special individuals with this popular name.

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International Creativity Month
Special Interest

International Creativity Month

Get ready to unleash your inner creative genius because it's International Creativity Month! Let your imagination run wild and create something amazing.
National Staying Healthy Month
Health

National Staying Healthy Month

Be your best self this month - join us in celebrating National Staying Healthy Month with tips, advice and activities to help you stay healthy!
Financial Wellness Month
Special Interest

Financial Wellness Month

This Financial Wellness Month, take control of your finances with budgeting tips and strategies to help you reach your financial goals!
International Quality of Life Month
Special Interest

International Quality of Life Month

Celebrate International Quality of Life Month and make a commitment to improving your life - it's never too late to take control!
Get Organized Month
Special Interest

Get Organized Month

Ready to conquer clutter and chaos? Get Organized Month is the perfect time to declutter, streamline, and simplify your life!
National Train Your Dog Month
Animal

National Train Your Dog Month

Make your furry friend the best behaved pup on the block this National Train Your Dog Month with our top training tips and tricks!
Family Fit Lifestyle Month
Health

Family Fit Lifestyle Month

Get the whole family moving and grooving this Family Fit Lifestyle Month! From fun outdoor activities to healthy recipes, make fitness a family affair.
National Blood Donor Month
Health

National Blood Donor Month

Give the gift of life this National Blood Donor Month - sign up to donate and help save lives today!
National Mentoring Month
Cause

National Mentoring Month

Make a difference this National Mentoring Month - join our community and help support young people on their journey to success!
Dry January
Food & Beverage

Dry January

Start the New Year with a healthier lifestyle - join Dry January and make this your healthiest year yet!
National Bath Safety Month
Health

National Bath Safety Month

Make sure your family stays safe during National Bath Safety Month - check for hazards, install safety products, and know the signs of drowning.
National Book Blitz Month
Special Interest

National Book Blitz Month

Get ready to dive into a world of literary adventures - it's National Book Blitz Month! Time to stock up on great reads and cozy up with a good book.
​Thyroid Awareness Month
Health

​Thyroid Awareness Month

Join us in raising awareness for Thyroid Awareness Month - learn the signs and symptoms, and how to protect your thyroid health!
Cervical Health Awareness Month
Health

Cervical Health Awareness Month

Celebrate Cervical Health Awareness Month by learning about cervical cancer, HPV, and other diseases to keep yourself informed and healthy!
Veganuary
Food & Beverage

Veganuary

Ready to take on the challenge of Veganuary? Join a growing movement and discover delicious plant-based alternatives for a healthier lifestyle!
National Meat Month
Food & Beverage

National Meat Month

Indulge in all your favorite meats this National Meat Month - from juicy steaks to savory barbecue, it's time to savor every bite!
National Hot Tea Month
Food & Beverage

National Hot Tea Month

Warm up your January with a cup of comfort on National Hot Tea Month - cozy, delicious, and perfect for any winter day!
National Oatmeal Month
Food & Beverage

National Oatmeal Month

Start your mornings off right with National Oatmeal Month - a delicious and healthy way to kickstart the new year!

2025 Famous Birthdays on January 6

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/irina-shayk" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/c0aa508a-3690-4fa1-dcd8-21368b109800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Irina Shayk" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Model</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/irina-shayk" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Irina Shayk</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/polo-g" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/c34cb462-2226-4031-c7df-70e1e387e200/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Polo G" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Rapper</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/polo-g" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Polo G</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/alex-turner" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/6c7b25b9-08d7-4024-d7c9-7ea961fcbd00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Alex Turner" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Rock Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/alex-turner" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Alex Turner</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kate-mckinnon" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/e655a8c3-b1d0-4f28-0bf8-420bfa353f00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kate McKinnon" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Comedian</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kate-mckinnon" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kate McKinnon</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/ree-drummond" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/46724d21-d736-47b7-3935-7d7b496d4700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Ree Drummond" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Chef</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/ree-drummond" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Ree Drummond</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on January 6

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1066</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold Godwinson becomes King of England</div><div class='timeline-text'>After Edward the Confessor's death, Harold Godwinson is confirmed and crowned King of England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1492</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ferdinand and Isabella enter Granada</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella conclude the Granada War by entering Granada in victory.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1536</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Higher Education School in the Americas</div><div class='timeline-text'>Colegio de Santa Cruz de Tlatelolco, the first European institution for higher learning in the Americas, is established in Mexico City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1809</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invasion of Cayenne begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Combined British, Portuguese and colonial Brazilian forces begin their invasion of Cayenne during the Napoleonic Wars.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1847</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Samuel Colt's First Gun Contract</div><div class='timeline-text'>Samuel Colt secures his first contract for selling revolver pistols to the U.S. government.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1863</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emancipation Proclamation Takes Effect</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Emancipation Proclamation by President Abraham Lincoln comes into effect, declaring enslaved people in Confederate-held territory free.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1907</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Montessori Opens First School</div><div class='timeline-text'>Maria Montessori opens her first school and daycare center for working class children in Rome, Italy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1912</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div the='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Mexico Joins The Union</div><div class='timeline-text'>New Mexico is admitted into the Union, becoming the 47th U.S. state.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1929</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mother Teresa Arrives in India</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mother Teresa reaches Calcutta, India, to begin her mission amongst the country's sickest and poorest people.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1941</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Roosevelt's Four Freedoms Speech</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Franklin D. Roosevelt promotes the concepts of freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear in his State of the Union address.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Legal Politics in Iraq</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Associations Law is enacted in Iraq, making it legal to register political parties.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is January 6?
Kick off the new year with a festive and heartwarming January 6th as it hosts an impressive lineup of holidays! Dive into cultural and religious celebrations with Three Kings Day, Armenian Christmas, and Epiphany, also known worldwide as the Day of Los Reyes. Warm your soul further by cuddling up for National Cuddle Up Day, tasting some delightful shortbread for National Shortbread Day, or perhaps even taking down the Christmas Tree if you haven't already. Whether honoring the resilience on World Day for War Orphans or enjoying simple pleasures like beans on National Bean Day, there's a little something for everyone to enjoy on this vibrant day!