Samhain October 31 or November 1~

The beginning and the end of the year. This is the time when the veil between the physical and the spiritual is lifted and communication between the two realms is easy. This is also the time when the God Lugh who died at Mabon sends the souls who have died in the previous year to their destinations. It is a celebration of the Resting Time of the Earth and a remembrance of those who have died.

A Samhain Ritual

Yule Winter Solstice ~ Around December 21

This is the day when the Sun God is reborn. It is the day with the longest night and we celebrate the return of the sun and the beginning of Winter. Gifts are given to family and friends to rejoice in the return of the Sun God and the ending of the ascendancy of the dark.

A Yule Ritual

Imbolc February 2~

This is the celebration of the end of winter and the promise of spring as the Sun God becomes a healthy child. This is a time to make new beginnings. Brigid the Celtic Goddess of Fire is especially honored.

An Imbolc Ritual

Ostara Vernal Equinox ~ Around March 21

The days and nights are equal and Spring has arrived. It is a celebration of birth and new life, as Old Man Winter is finally gone and the God becomes a young man and begins to court the Goddess now restored to Maiden. It is a time to look forward and make plans.

An Ostara Ritual

Beltaine May 1~

This is a celebration of fertility. It is the day that the God and Goddess consummate Their Love and thus restore all Life. It is time to dance around the maypole, to laugh, and to enjoy the lusty pleasures of life.

A Beltaine Ritual

Litha Summer Solstice ~ Around June 21

This is the longest day and life and growth are at their fullest. The Goddess is pregnant and we celebrate the fullness of Summer. The door between the world of the faery and the Earth is open on this day.

Lammas August 1~

This is the beginning of the celebration of the Harvest that will culminate on Mabon. The Sun God lives in the crops and the wheat, and we give thanks for the beauty and fruitfulness of the Earth. This is a celebration of strength and plenty.

Mabon Autumnal Equinox ~ Around September 22

This is the last sabbat of the year. It is the celebration of harvest and the day the God dies as the last stalk of wheat is cut down. Day and night are once again in balance, and we begin preparation for the dark days to come.

A Mabon Ritual