In Mexico, that day is known as Día de Los Reyes and is celebrated on January 6th. Just like Three Kings' Day, Día de Los Reyes is meant to honor the Three Wise Men or Magi who came to bring baby Jesus gifts after his birth.

Chicago’s Polish community celebrated the holiday with a multilingual Mass at St. Ferdinand Church and a parade on Belmont Avenue, followed by a second Mass at St. Ladislaus Church.

Here’s how Three Kings Day, or Epiphany, is celebrated in different religions and a quick breakdown of the origins of the holiday.