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🛞 What is the Wheel of the Year?

The Wheel of the Year is a seasonal calendar that follows the movements of the sun across its yearly journey. It brings together ancient human festivals of celebration and harvest and guides us through the ever-turning cycles of life and nature. There are eight annual festivals, or Sabbats, that mark powerful moments in the dance between light and dark, growth and rest, beginnings and endings.

☀️ These eight points in the year create and shape our seasonal offerings from weekend festivals to weekly seasonal offerings - every 6 weeks or so our schedule gets an exciting update!

Each turn of the Wheel invites us to step into the flow of the universe—to honour the death and rebirth of the sun at the summer and winter solstices, the balance points of the spring and autumn equinoxes, and the moments that rise and fall in between. These celebrations are not just about the changing seasons but about the deeper rhythms of existence, connecting us to the wisdom of the earth and the unseen forces that weave our lives together.

By journeying with the Wheel, we align ourselves with nature’s magic, finding meaning, connection, and a profound sense of belonging in the ever unfolding story of the cosmos.

What are the eight annual festivals?

  • April 30–May 1

    Samhain marks the thinning of the veil between worlds and is often considered the New Year on the Wheel of the Year.

    It’s a time for honoring ancestors, reflecting on endings, and preparing for new beginnings. This deeply spiritual festival reminds us of the cycles of life, death, and rebirth.

  • June 20–23

    Yule celebrates the rebirth of the sun after its longest night of the year.

    It’s a time of hope, renewal, and the quiet promise of brighter days to come. This festival invites us to rest, reflect, and embrace the warmth of connection during the coldest months.

  • August 1–2

    Imbolc marks the first stirrings of spring and the promise of new life.

    It’s a time of renewal, cleansing, and setting intentions for the year ahead.

    Traditionally associated with the goddess of fertility, creativity, and inspiration.

  • September 20–23

    Ostara is a celebration of balance and new beginnings as day and night stand equal.

    It’s a time of growth, fertility, and creativity. This is the season of blooming flowers, warmer days, and planting seeds—both literal and metaphorical.

  • October 31–November 1

    Beltane is a vibrant festival of fire, passion, and connection.

    Celebrating the height of spring and the approach of summer, it’s a time of abundance, fertility, and joyful expression. Communities traditionally honor this festival with bonfires, dancing, and rituals of union.

  • December 20–23

    Litha, or the Summer Solstice, is the longest day and shortest night of the year.

    It’s a celebration of the sun’s peak and a time to embrace joy, vitality, and abundance. This is a powerful moment to honor the energy of the season and express gratitude for the warmth and growth it brings.

  • February 1–2

    Lammas celebrates the first harvest of the year, honoring the fruits of our labor and the abundance of the earth.

    It’s a time to reflect on what we’ve achieved, express gratitude, and prepare for the coming shifts of the season.

  • March 20

    Mabon is the second harvest and a time of balance, as day and night are equal.

    It celebrates the gifts of the Earth while encouraging gratitude and preparation for the darker half of the year.

    People often give thanks through feasting, storytelling, or honouring the cycles of nature.

Why do we follow this calendar?

Throughout our first year of Connection for the Curious, an interesting thing occurred. As we sat, regularly, in front of either the rising or setting sun, we became acutely aware of how our planet shifts and the sun appears to move along a different path through the sky every season. With this deeper awareness and connection, the year seemed to move more gracefully, the winter less arduous and the summer less rushed through.

To honour the joy and ease found within this experience, our ongoing calendar will align closely to the Wheel of the Year so that we may continue to enjoy this wonderful flow with nature as a community.