Wheel of the Year

Remember the rhythms the earth is already keeping.

Each festival includes history, astronomy, themes, gentle practices, and reflection prompts.

Hemisphere:
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SamhainYuleImbolcOstaraBeltaneLithaLammasMabon

Upcoming

Litha / Summer Solstice

Jun 20 (varies)

Jun 20 (varies)

Litha / Summer Solstice

pronounced: LEE-thuh

Sun appears to stand still at its zenith before days shorten.

Themes

abundanceilluminationgenerosity

Simple ways to observe

  • Host a sunrise picnic
  • List midyear accomplishments
  • Give away something you've outgrown

Reflection prompts

  • Where is my energy best spent?
  • What deserves to be celebrated right now?

Festival overview

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Samhain

Honoring endings, ancestors, and the beginning of the dark half of the year.

releaseremembranceprotection

Dec 21 (varies by year)

Yule / Winter Solstice

Celebrating the return of light at the year's longest night.

stillnesshopelight

Feb 1 – Feb 2

Imbolc

First hints of spring, dedicated to cleansing and creative spark.

purificationcreativityrenewal

Mar 20 (varies by year)

Ostara / Spring Equinox

Day and night balance as new growth accelerates.

balanceemergencecuriosity

Apr 30 – May 1

Beltane

A fire festival for fertility, creativity, and playful connection.

joydesireconnection

Jun 20 (varies by year)

Litha / Summer Solstice

The sun stands still at its highest point, inviting gratitude for abundance.

expansiongenerosityillumination

Aug 1

Lammas / Lughnasadh

First harvest festival, honoring labor, craft, and shared bread.

gratitudecraftsmanshipsustenance

Sep 22 (varies by year)

Mabon / Autumn Equinox

Equal day and night mark the turn toward introspection.

balancegratitudepreparation

Ready when you are

Reclaim curiosity at your own pace.