In 2024 Imbolc begins at sundown on Thursday, February 1 in the Northern Hemisphere (August 1 in the Southern Hemisphere) and concludes on the evening of Friday, February 2. Learn more about this traditional cross-quarter day sabbat festival and discover several celebration ideas you can try below.
Imbolc is a traditional earth-based Gaelic Celtic festival of fire and light that celebrates the rising sun, marks the beginning of spring, and is the first cross-quarter day sabbat festival after midwinter (the winter solstice). This holiday, known as Imbolc or Imbolg, is a time to celebrate the return of the light, and the rising Sun, as we slowly leave behind the long cold nights of winter and bear witness to the very first signs that spring is on its way.
Also known as St Brigid’s Day, Candlemas, Feast of Torches, Lupercalia, Feast of Pan, Feast of Waxing Lights, Snowdrop Festival, Feast of the Waxing Light, and Oimele; Imbolc occurs at the midpoint halfway between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara) within the “Wheel of the Year.”It also shares the same date as Groundhog Day and a few other holidays across the globe. Join the fun with the list of Imbolc celebration ideas, rituals, and traditions below.
“Welcome the sun and the spring’s rebirth; the light of the sun renews the earth.”
~Nell Regan Kartychok.
Imbolc Meaning and Other FAQs
Before sharing a list of fun ways to celebrate Imbolc–here are some answers to a few frequently asked questions. Including the meaning of Imbolc and how to pronounce it!
How do you pronounce Imbolc or Imbolg?
One of the most common questions regarding this cross quarter-day is how to pronounce it. So, before we go any further, let’s learn how to pronounce Imbolc and Imbolg correctly.
Imbolc Pronunciation:
Imbolc sounds like Im-blk, while Imbolg is pronounced I-molg. Watch and listen to the video below to learn how to pronounce Imbolc to say it correctly.
When is Imbolc?
Imbolc is one of the eight sabbat festivals within The Wheel of the Year. It is the cross-quarter day fire festival that occurs halfway between the winter solstice and the vernal spring equinox. It is considered the first day of spring in the Celtic tradition.
When is Imbolc in 2023 and 2024?
In the Southern Hemisphere, Imbolc begins at sundown on Tuesday, August 1, and ends at sunset on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
In the Northern Hemisphere Imbolc starts at sundown on Thursday, February 1, and concludes on the evening of Friday, February 2, 2024.
When is Imbolc in the Northern Hemisphere?
In the Northern Hemisphere Imbolc usually starts at sundown on the evening of February 1, and ends on February 2, at sunset.
When is Imbolc in the Southern Hemisphere?
In the Southern Hemisphere Imbolc typically begins on the eve of August 1 at sundown and concludes on August 2 at sunset.
What is Imbolc or Imbolg?
Imbolc is a Celtic festival that celebrates the beginning of spring and honors the Celtic goddess Brigid. It is a time to celebrate the sun’s light–returning after a long winter–and prepare for the bounty of spring.
Historically, Imbolc or Imbolg is a traditional earth-based end-of-winter sabbat festival and celebration in Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man that divides the winter in half and occurs at the halfway, cross-quarter, or midway point, between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring vernal equinox (Ostara).
Traditionally, it is an ancient Celtic sabbat festival or holiday that celebrates the return of the sun, fertility, rebirth, and the first signs of spring. And a cross-quarter day sabbat festival associated with the pagan fire goddess Brigid. It is a celebration in honor of the spring maiden or mother goddess, Brigid, coming to bless us with the light of the sun and the new life it will bring.
Imbolc Meaning: What does Imbolc mean?
In the old Irish Neolithic language, the word Imbolc translates to“in the belly” or “in the belly of the mother.” While metaphorically it refers to the pregnancy of ewes and cows and the blessing of milk that comes with the birth of their young. Imbolc also gets its name from the Irish Gaelic Oimelc, which translates to “ewe’s milk.”
What does Imbolc mean Spiritually?
In ancient times and still today, Imbolc is a time of rebirth and fertility. As the divine spark born at midwinter continues to grow and bring more and more light, nature begins to awaken all around us. After Imbolc, the Sun rises above the earth and burns longer and brighter with each passing day.
There are many blessings, both spiritually and physically, that come with these rhythmic cyclical changes so often taken for granted in today’s society. Hibernating animals awaken from their long winter sleep, and life begins to sprout from the ground once again.
As snowdrops and crocuses burst through the frozen earth and new life grows within the wombs of livestock and wild creatures everywhere; it’s time to become a witness to the transformation occurring all around you, as well as within you.
The world is changing from a cold, dark, place to one of warmth, light, life, and sprouting new growth. It’s time to take a moment to pause, remember that we are a reflection of our world, and consider what these changes mean within the mirror, or what they say about us.
In other words, what does the reflection of new life spouting forth, or the lack of it, say about you? How you are being in or relating to your world? And, what can you do, if anything to change, assist, support, or bring light to, what is or isn’t happening, to help bring new life or growth?
Why do people celebrate Imbolc?
To grasp the historical significance of this cross-quarter holiday, the midpoint between winter and spring, you must realize the life-and-death struggle that winter represented to people in ancient agrarian societies. Imbolc meant that better times lay ahead because food and warmth would once again be plentiful.
The sights and smells brought by each passing day brought renewed hope. After Imbolc, the first signs of spring begin to give birth and spring forth as the days grow warmer and longer. This was and still is something to celebrate. Especially for people in ancient times, because it meant warmer temperatures and more food.
For example, the arrival of milk after a winter without it, and being able to make dairy products again were just a few of the many spring blessings celebrated at this midway point between the seasons in ancient times. Milk made it possible for people to survive the winter when food stores ran low because of the nutrients it contained. And is also the reason that deer, ewes, and cows are regarded as sacred still today by the people in many northern lands and countries on Earth.
Why are there so many names for this holiday?
As Christianity and Western civilization spread along with other major religions, the lines that once divided us have changed many times over. And so too, did the names that people called their traditional spring celebrations, along with the idols and items they celebrated, and the reason they were celebrating.
Today, Imbolc shares the same approximate date with several holidays or festivals in different parts of the world; Saint Brigid’s Feast Day, The Feast of Torches, Lupercalia, Feast of Pan, Feast of Waxing Lights, Snowdrop Festival, Feast of the Waxing Light, Oimele, Roman Lupercalia, Egypt’s Feast of Nut, Candlemas, and Groundhog Day.
Why are there so many holidays at the beginning of February?
Even though these holidays all occur in February, they aren’t necessarily the same, and some are very different. But, many of these spring festivals share similarities because the celebrations held in different parts of the world often follow the familiar rhythmic cycles found in nature that fall within the “Wheel of the Year.”
In some cases, the name and traditions were changed because as time passed, and civilizations rose and fell, beliefs also changed. In other words, different cultures adapted their traditions (within the year’s seasonal rhythm) to suitable activities and events in their region’s climate, biome, culture, religion, and period of history, and chose the name they thought fit. Unless another name or purpose was chosen for them, or Brigid. And the old ways were forgotten.
Today, we have a lot of names for celebrations and holidays that share similar roots and beginnings in history but have changed over time, along with the lines that once divided us. Please feel free to call this ancient spring celebration whatever resonates with you and makes sense for your family or community, and celebrate it however you wish.
Weather prediction Traditions on Imbolc, Candlemas, and Groundhog Day
In ancient times people believed that the weather on Imbolc, and later Candlemas, and in modern times Groundhog Day, would predict the weather for the next six weeks.
In each case, a fine bright sunny day (when Cailleach is awakened by the sun or the groundhog can see his shadow) is thought to predict more winter weather.
A cloudy, wet, or stormy day on Imbolc means the worst of winter is over because Cailleach would sleep in, and the groundhog would not see his shadow. An old Scottish verse shares it like so:
If Candlemas Day be fair and bright,Winter will have another fight.If Candlemas Day brings cloud and rain,Winter won't come again.If Candlemas Day be dry and fair,The half o the winter's to come and mair [more];If Candlemas Day be wet and foul,The half o the winter's gane [gone] at Yule.Who is Cailleach?
Cailleach is the seasonal divine hag or spirit that fights spring by freezing the ground with her staff. She is known as the queen of winter because she rules over the coldest months of the year between Samhain (the eve of October 31 to November 1) and Beltane or May Day on May 1.
In ancient Celtic lore, and the stories passed down from one generation to the next, Cailleach is believed to be the older incarnation of the divine goddess Brigid, responsible for weather prognostication on Imbolc.
When the weather is overcast or if the skies are stormy, Cailleach will sleep in and winter will go by quickly. But if the skies are sunny, she will get up to gather firewood, and winter will continue to rage on.
Some consider Cailleach to be Brigid’s alter ego, while others claim her to be the seasonal diety that turns to stone or falls asleep on May 1 until she wakes once again to rule over the winter months on the first of November.
Who is Brigid?
Also known as Bride, Breed, Brigitte, Birgitta, Birgit, Birgitte, Bridgette, Brighid, Brigantia, Brig, Briginda, Brigdu, and several other names; Brigid is an ancient Celtic solar deity associated with the beginning of spring, fertility, and the return of the sun.
She is born at sunrise with rays of sunshine emanating from her head and wears a sunbeam cloak. Her name means the high or exalted one and she is the goddess of fire, rebirth, creativity, and illumination.
In ancient times, food offerings (seeds, oats, bread, or milk) were traditionally left out for her on the eve of Imbolc to ensure abundance in the coming year. And on Imbolc, she was celebrated as the Mother Goddess with great feasts, giant bonfires, and glowing lanterns.
Although the equinox would not arrive until March and along with it the height of spring, Imbolc is the signpost that better times lay ahead, so people celebrated with feasts and fires because Brigid had arrived to chase away winter.
Then who is St Brigid?
Brigid’s evolution from goddess to saint linked pagan Celtic and Christian traditions and helped sway the people towards the church. Because the old ways were still practiced, many aspects of the old were incorporated into the new. This practice ensured that the people would not stray from the new religion. So Yule became known more often as Christmas, and Imbolc became known as Candlemas or St Brigid’s Day, etc.
As Christianity continued to grow and spread through Europe, and into the Western world, the old ways and traditions were slowly forgotten. Brigid gradually became known as St Brigid as the generations that revered her as the Mother Goddess passed on. Today she is still one of the most powerful religious figures in Irish history, but many disagree about exactly who she is, what she did, and why.
More on the spiritual meaning of Imbolc–Can Brigid guide or help us in today’s climate?
Fortunately, as the mother goddess, Brigid keeps the spiritual traditions of old whole and alive and gives all those who continue to listen for her guidance a means of sustaining us through even the worst of circ*mstances, including those of the present day.
She has always been here to help humanity reach the zenith of society we have been dreaming of. We just have to want it and ask for it. And we are, so she will soon be bringing the dawn of a new era.
Brigid is once again chasing away the winter, and ushering in the spring of a new civilization. A society that sees life, the cycles of the seasons, and caring for the wellbeing of others as sacred. Make way for this spring in your heart, and she will be there to meet you. Ask and it shall be given.
What are the most common Imbolc rituals and traditions?
Some of the most common Imbolc traditions are celebrating St Brigid with offerings, feasts, and bonfires, crafting Brigid Dolls or Crosses, preparing the garden to plant, doing some spring cleaning, and planting the seeds of your future–both literally and figuratively.
So traditions commonly observed at Imbolc are primarily focused on waking nature from its frozen winter slumber, new beginnings, the goddess Brigid, and the coming bounty of spring.
It’s also traditionally a time to shed anything that no longer serves us–once again both literally and figuratively. And that makes it a great time to declutter the house, conduct a goal review, set new goals, make an action plan to achieve them and create positive intentions and affirmations for the future.
How do you celebrate Imbolc?
Long ago, people celebrated the returning light given birth at Yule–and everything it would bring–by burning evergreen decorations in fireplace hearths, and in great bonfires to celebrate the return of spring and the Celtic sun goddess Brigid.
It was also traditional to clean the house and prepare for the bounty of spring. Sound familiar? Spring cleaning, anyone!? But there are lots of other fun ways to celebrate Imbolc and the beginning of spring.
For more Imbolc rituals, celebration ideas, and things to do on Imbolc, scroll down to look at the list of Imbolc traditions and fun ways to celebrate Imbolc (St. Brigid’s Day, Candlemas, Feast of Torches, Lupercalia, Feast of Pan, Feast of Waxing Lights, Snowdrop Festival, Feast of the Waxing Light, and Oimele).
Imbolc Celebration Ideas and Traditions You Can Try
Below is a list of Imbolc rituals, traditions, and celebration ideas to do at home (or in the classroom) with kids (or adults) to honor the first light of spring and the sun’s return during the early weeks of spring.
Please note that this is not a list of things you must do for Imbolc. They are merely suggestions to guide you in the journey of honoring seasonal rhythms at home or in the classroom should you choose to do so.
If you feel called to, choose an Imbolc tradition or ritual that is meaningful for you, your family (or your students), and cast the rest aside. But please know that you don’t have to do anything besides enjoy the seasons as they change from one to the next.
1. BE present to Change and a witness to Transformation
As the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, Imbolc is the hurricane that sits between the two seasons. Some years Imbolc sits directly in the eye of the storm but soon the calm will pass and winter will carry on. In other years, the storms pass gently into spring before anyone realizes that winter is gone.
As mentioned in the spiritual meaning of Imbolc above, the world is changing from a cold, dark, place to one of warmth, light, life, and sprouting new growth. So it’s time to take a moment to pause, remember that we are a reflection of our world, and consider what these changes mirror back to us. “As within, so without, as above, so below.”
Take the time to become present to change and a witness to the transformation occurring all around you at Imbolc, as well as within you. To do so, slow down and become aware of your inner weather or spirit. Ask yourself the following questions:
- Is the light shining within, or is there a storm brewing?
- Is there new growth sprouting, or laying dormant?
- How does this relate to your life right now?
- And what can you do to honor either experience?
In other words, what does the reflection of new life spouting forth, or the lack of it, say about you? And, what can you do, if anything to change, assist, or bring light to, what is or isn’t happening, to help bring new life or growth? Or what can you do to create the space for rest, healing, recovery, and regeneration?
2. Clean the house or do some spring cleaning.
Brigid is considered by many to be the domestic goddess of the hearth and home, so house-cleaning rituals are a traditional thing to do on Imbolc. So it’s a great time to rid your space of anything that no longer serves you, both literally and metaphorically, and prepare for the bounty of spring. Learn how to make natural cleaning products HERE for even more spring cleaning fun. Or look at the list of DIY cleaning solution recipes below:
- Natural All-Purpose DIY Cleaner
- Glass and Window Cleaning Recipe
- DIY Wood Cleanser and Polish
3. Burn evergreen Yule decorations to celebrate Imbolc.
If it’s a tradition in your family to keep the Christmas tree and other evergreen decorations up until well past New Year’s, this is the Imbolc tradition for you! You likely keep them up because your ancestors did, which means it’s time to burn them in your fireplace or a bonfire like in the old days.
But please follow local rules and regulations should you choose to do this. As one of the survivors of the Paradise Wildfire of Northern California in 2018 (yeah, that movie on Netflix), and sister to “Smokey the Bear” himself (my brother was a park ranger and fellow survivor of the #campfire2018) I know all too well how dangerous fire can be.
We like to follow these basic fire rules: “If you light it, be prepared to fight it.” And “When in doubt, put it out, or don’t light it at all.” Learn how to build a campfire and keep everyone safe, especially if there are young children around–> HERE.
4. Make homemade candles and firestarters.
Because Imbolc is also known as Candlemas, and St Brigid is the goddess of fire and hearth, another fun way to celebrate this Celtic cross-quarter day fire festival is to make DIY fire starters and homemade DIY candles to honor the return of the sun’s light and life-giving energy. Or make personalized faux stained glass heart candle holders that cast glowing red hearts on the wall! (After all, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner!)
5. Light red candles.
Red is the primary color for the festival of Imbolc and is a lucky color. So, another simple tradition for Imbolc is to light and burn red candles. Red is a powerful magical color in many cultures and traditions worldwide. The power and magic of red are the likely reason that gifts are traditionally red for Christmas and Valentine’s Day.
6. Decorate your altar, home, or patio with fresh spring flowers, herbs, Candles, and symbols of St Brigid.
Another traditional way to celebrate Imbolc and Saint Brigid’s Day is to decorate alters and homes with fresh blooming flowers, fragrant seasonal herbs, and symbols of fire, the sun, or St. Brigid.
First, get outside to pick some fresh flowers and herbs, or visit your local florist to pick up a bouquet of fresh flowers. Next, invite children to arrange flowers with this Montessori practical life activity–> How to Arrange Flowers.
Another fun idea is to make flower nature crafts with the fresh flowers you pick. Or decorate your altar or home with any of the other Imbolc craft ideas recommended in this post.
7. Host or attend a bonfire.
Seen as a time to honor the Goddess Brigid and celebrate the rebirth of spring, great bonfires set the skies ablaze across Europe on Imbolc in times long past. Lighting these fires was a way to honor the fire goddess Brigid and celebrate the sun’s returning power as each day held more light than the last.
So, another traditional way to celebrate Imbolc is to host or attend a bonfire in honor of St Brigid on Imbolc. Learn how to build a campfire and keep everyone safe on bonfire night–>HERE.
8. Look for the first signs of spring’s return after Imbolc.
At Imbolc, nature begins to awaken, and we begin to see the first signs of new life when snowdrops and crocuses sprout from the ground, sleeping animals awaken from their winter hibernation in search of food, leaf buds sprout on the bare limbs of trees, babies grow bigger in the wombs of females, and lambs are born.
Invite children (or adults) to get outside to search for the first signs that spring has returned with our printable signs of the spring scavenger hunt. For more of a challenge, ask children if there are any signs they see specific to your location not on our list. Or, try this spring scavenger hunt printable with pictures for toddlers and preschoolers.
9. Make St. Brigid’s cross crafts.
A typical symbol for Imbolc and Candlemas is a St Brigid’s cross. St Brigid’s cross is traditionally made with straw (or rushes) and has a knotted pattern in the middle. Also known as Brigit’s cross, they are traditionally made for Imbolc and set over doorways and windows to protect the home from fire or any kind of harm.
There are many variations of Brigid’s crosses across the globe based on the shared traditions of each culture and the natural craft supplies available to them. The most common Brigid’s Cross craft tutorial is shown and described HERE. Or, purchase a wooden St Brigit’s Cross Celtic Knot HERE.
10. Craft Brigid dolls for Imbolc.
Making straw dolls (often called Goddess Bridgid or St. Bridgid Dolls) out of corn, oat, or wheat husks is another craft many people make for Imbolc, Candlemas, and St. Brigid’s Day. Traditionally straw dolls are made on Imbolc and placed into little beds next to the fireplace (hearth) or in the kitchen to bring light, fertility, and good fortune into the home, and to help protect the home from fire. Learn how to make a Brigid doll craft with the step-by-step tutorial—> HERE.
11. Make spring arts and crafts with symbols of Brigid or spring for Imbolc.
Common symbols of Brigid (besides a St. Brigid’s Cross or Brigid Doll) include; fire, sheep, swan, and serpent. So another fun thing to do on or for St. Brigid’s Day is to make arts and crafts of those symbols. Or make crafts with something from one, such as wool roving from a sheep.
This makes needle felting a sheep a great activity for Imbolc and the first few weeks of spring. Another fun idea is to paint, draw, or craft one of the symbols listed above. Or, try one of these spring flower art projects and painting ideas.
12. Plant, or prepare to plant the garden.
Depending on where you live and how frozen the ground is, Imbolc is traditionally the time to plant the garden–or at least prepare for planting if the ground where you live is still frozen or covered in snow.
Start some seedlings, prune the bushes and trees in the front and back yard, do some weeding, clear out old plants and other debris, and get the garden ready to plant. Once the ground is no longer frozen (or covered in snow), it’s time to plant sunflowers (or make a sunflower fort), spring flowers, fruits, and vegetables, or start a fairy garden!
13. Set goals and intentions for things you want to manifest or co-create.
Because it symbolizes new beginnings, Imbolc is an excellent time of year to plant seeds for your future, both literally and figuratively. Set SMART goals, create an action plan to achieve your goals, set intentions, and create positive affirmations to make your dreams a reality NOW!
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14. Visit a fresh spring, river, creek, stream, or well.
Imbolc was traditionally a time to visit holy water sources to perform purification rituals and bring fertility. Get outside to visit a source of water near your home: a fresh spring, river, creek, stream, or well. If the water’s clean, splash some over yourself to cleanse and purify your body, mind, and spirit for the coming of spring.Wash it all away.
15. Celebrate Imbolc with a spring feast.
The food and drinks served during the sabbat festivals usually corresponded with foods in season at the time and the foods that remained in storage. Fresh food would soon be abundant, so they celebrated by eating the remainder of the foods they stored to survive the long hard winter.
This means they traditionally ate dried and canned fruits and vegetables, smoked meats, cooked giant stews in big round soup cauldrons, and prepared foods with grains and flour such as cakes shaped as round as the sun in honor of the sun and the mother goddess Brigid. They also ate any fresh foods available to them at the time, such as root vegetables, and drank mead, cider, and herbal tea.
Prepare a feast on Imbolc to celebrate spring with a mix of your stored food, and any fresh seasonal whole foods you find at a local farmers market, in celebration of spring. Use your family’s favorite recipes, or search the Imbolc recipe ideas below for a new recipe to try. Another great idea is to ask the farmers how they prepare the food they grow and sell, you may learn something new!
- Some Recipes to Celebrate Imbolc | Awesome on 20
- Recipes for a Feast of Light: Reviving the Magical Foods of Imbolc | Gather Victoria
- 50 Traditional Foods and Recipes to Enjoy on Imbolc | The Pagan Grimoire
16. Recite Imbolc blessings, Prayers, Verses and poems.
Bid farewell to the cold days and long nights of winter with seasonal devotionals, prayers, and blessings for meals, fertility, health, and home. Celebrate the sabbat of Imbolc, the spring, and the fire goddess Brigid with this collection of prayers, including meal blessings you can recite at your spring feast, for Imbolc.
17. Share stories or read books about Imbolc, Candlemas, or Saint Brigid’s Day.
Sharing oral stories passed down from one generation to the next and reading books about Imbolc and the cross-quarter days in the wheel of the year is a simple way to celebrate St Brigid’s Day with kids from toddlers to teens. Below are a few books about celebrating this sabbat that you might enjoy. Or, have a look at our list of spring books for children.
Kids’ Books about Imbolc:
- Imbolc: Brigid’s Feast – A story with supplemental activities, such as kid-friendly ideas on celebrating the sabbat with loved ones, a short history of the traditions surrounding the sabbat, and more!
- Imbolc: Learn about Paganism with Grani Hulda – Grani Hulda loves the Wheel of the Year sabbat celebrations! Imbolc is a quiet but special time when the world prepares to release all its abundance. This is the time of year when we start to see early signs of Spring, but plenty of winter fun, like skiing and snowboarding, is often still available to enjoy.
- Children’s Intro to Imbolc: An Illustrated Guide (The Wheel of the Year Series) – Imbolc is a Pagan cross-quarter sabbat or holiday with themes around potential, possibility, honesty, rejuvenation, and making traditions together. This illustrated guide uses a lighthearted narrative and immersive watercolor imagery to paint the picture of this special sabbat festival for all types of audiences!
Books About St. Brigid for Kids:
- Brigid’s Cloak – This moving story of compaction and wonder retells an ancient tale about one of Ireland’s most beloved saints. Brigid receives a brilliant blue cloak from a mysterious Druid when she is born. Years later, the young girl still wears the now-tattered but beloved cloak while she tends her sheep.
- Brigid and the Butter: A Legend about a Saint – Brigid wants to feed the hungry, but she, too, is often hungry. But when a beggar woman asks for the only food Brigid has, she learns how to open her heart in generosity and love. This story encourages children to open their hearts to commit acts of generosity as St. Brigid did.
18. Make like a groundhog and play with your shadow.
Another fun thing to do in the early weeks of spring and into the summer is shadow activities and experiments! Click on the link for several fun ideas to help kids learn about shadows.
Fun Imbolc Celebration Ideas and Other Fun Things to Do In The Spring
Imbolc (Imbolg) is the cross-quarter sabbat day that occurs at the midpoint halfway between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara) within the wheel of the year and is considered the first day of spring in many earth-based traditions.
Also known as St Brigid’s Day, Candlemas, Feast of Torches, Lupercalia, Feast of Pan, Feast of Waxing Lights, Snowdrop Festival, Feast of the Waxing Light, and Oimele–Imbolc is a traditional spring festival that celebrates the rising sun and marks the beginning of spring.
We hope you enjoyed learning more about this holiday and fun ways to celebrate the first signs of spring! You might also enjoy our spring bucket list filled with fun “can-do” not “must-do” activities to do in the springtime. Or, look at this list of Easter Traditions and the other fun arts, crafts, and activities on the list below.
Happy spring! Click the link to learn more–>about Rhythms of Play.
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- Fun Spring Vernal Equinox Celebration Ideas
- Spring Bucket List of Activities
- Easter Traditions and Celebration Ideas
- Flower Projects and Painting Ideas
