Ideas to celebrate Three Kings Day

Every year, the magic of January 6th brings new Christmas excitement to children, who await gifts and surprises from the Three Wise Men. Make this beautiful tradition even more meaningful this year by helping children battling cancer at St. Jude.

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Artwork inspired by the tradition of the Three Wise Men by Tayde, a cancer survivor and patient at St. Jude Hospital in Memphis.

Artwork inspired by the Three Kings Day by Tayde, a cancer survivor and St. Jude patient

 
 
Art inspired by Christmas Day, created by St. Jude patient Adrienne.

Artwork by St. Jude patient Adrienne
 

When and what is the Three Kings Day tradition?

Three Kings Day (Día de los Reyes Magos) is a cherished Catholic tradition celebrated on January 6th by many Latin American and Hispanic families. It originated in ancient times, commemorating the epic journey of Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar. These three wise men, coming from the East, were guided by a star to present gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to Jesus, born in Bethlehem, alongside his parents, Mary and Joseph. This beautiful tradition marks the end of the Christmas season in numerous Hispanic countries.

 
 

Ideas to celebrate Three Kings Day with St. Jude

Celebrate with us this year by making a special gift that will bring joy and support to St. Jude families.

  1. Become a St. Jude Partner in Hope!

    Share the magic of this day! By becoming a St. Jude Partner in Hope, you'll join a dedicated community of monthly donors who support our lifesaving mission to cure childhood cancer around the world. Donate $19 a month and receive the iconic T-shirt: “This T-Shirt Saves Lives.” 

    Donate $19 Monthly

     
    Tina, St. Jude patient and cancer survivor.

    Tina, St. Jude patient and cancer survivor

     
     

  2. Rehabilitation balls

    Your $25 gift could help provide one rehabilitation ball for St. Jude patients. Rehabilitation balls help patients regain strength and mobility after cancer treatment.*

    Donate $25

     
    St. Jude patient Luna is receiving physical therapy at the hospital.

    St. Jude patient Luna from Guatemala

     
     

  3. Patient meals

    Your $50 gift could provide two days of meals to a patient.*

    Donate $50

     
    St. Jude patient, Pepe playing with art supplies at the hospital.

    St. Jude patient Pepe

     
     

  4. A red wagon

    Your $100 gift could help provide a red wagon, which is the preferred mode of travel through the halls of the hospital for our youngest patients.*

    Donate $100

     
    Image of a red wagon at St. Jude.
     
     

  5. Support of our mission

    Any amount supports kids around the world. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save even more children.*

    Give Any Amount

     
    Yazleemar, St. Jude patient from Puerto Rico.

    St. Jude patient Yazleema from Puerto Rico

     
     

*Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food.

 
 
 
 

Ideas to celebrate Three Kings Day with your family

 
Three Kings Day tote bag with artwork by St. Jude patient Tayde.

Shop special gifts for your family

There's nothing like celebrating with meaningful gifts! The St. Jude gift shop offers various products, from toys and home decorations to accessories. Your purchase will help the children of St. Jude and their families.

Visit our St. Jude Gift Shop >

 
St. Jude patient art hand towels sold at Williams Sonoma.

Support brands that help St. Jude

During Christmas, there are many brands that support St. Jude with exclusive products and special promotions.  Explore how to help during this holiday season, through our family of corporate partners.

Explore Christmas gifts and promotions >

 
 

Other ways to get involved with St. Jude this January and throughout the New Year

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