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Epiphany Remains the Usual Date to Take Down Christmas Decorations

Across traditions, families also follow Jan. 7, Jan. 8 or even Feb. 2, reflecting custom and convenience.

Overview

  • Coverage reiterates Jan. 6 (Día de Reyes/Epiphany) as the widely accepted close of the Christmas season and a cue to return to routine.
  • Many households wait until Jan. 8 to complete a month after the common Dec. 8 setup tied to the Immaculate Conception.
  • In parts of Mexico, decorations and nativity scenes remain until Feb. 2 for Día de la Candelaria.
  • Orthodox traditions celebrate Christmas on Jan. 7, so some homes remove decorations that day or in the days following.
  • Recent guides add small‑space storage advice and product options, while some outlets note superstition and Feng Shui claims about bad luck or stagnant energy.