King cakes are a sweet symbol of Epiphany, a Christian feast day in January that celebrates the visit of the Magi (the Three Kings or Three Wise Men you might recognize from Christmas nativity scenes) to the Christ Child. This feast day marks the close of the Christmas season as well as the beginning of Carnival, which lasts through Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. The cake is baked in a ring or circular shape to represent a King's crown. This Baby Jesus is perfect for adding to your Kings Cake.