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El Niño on January 6: Three Kings Lottery and What It Means for Mallorca

El Niño Lottery and Its Place in Mallorca’s January 6 Traditions

A clear guide to Spain’s El Niño lottery and why it matters in Mallorca on Three Kings Day.

Published: April 23, 2026
El Niño on January 6: Three Kings Lottery and What It Means for Mallorca

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What is the El Niño lottery in Spain and how does it relate to Mallorca?

El Niño is the Spanish Three Kings lottery drawn on January 6, and it is the second major national lottery after Christmas. In Mallorca, many people treat it as part of the Epiphany routine, buying tickets at local kiosks, tobacconists, and cafés before the draw begins in Madrid.

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