Pagan holidays in the United States in 2023 will continue to be celebrated by various pagan communities and individuals who follow these traditions. These holidays are rooted in ancient pagan beliefs and practices and are observed by those who identify as pagan or partake in pagan rituals. One of the most well-known pagan holidays is the summer solstice, also known as Litha. Taking place on June 21st, this holiday celebrates the longest day of the year and the height of summer. Many pagans gather to honor the sun and nature, often with rituals and ceremonies that involve bonfires and dancing. Another significant pagan holiday is Samhain, which falls on October 31st.
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Another significant pagan holiday is Samhain, which falls on October 31st. Samhain marks the beginning of winter and is seen as a time when the veil between the living and the spirit world is thinnest. It is a time for honoring ancestors and departed loved ones, and many pagans celebrate with rituals, divination, and feasting.
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Religious Holiday Calendar 2023-24
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Fall 2023
Mabon
Rosh Hashanah
Navaratri
Yom Kippur
Sukkot
Shemini Atzeret
Simchat Torah
Diwali
Twin Holy Birthdays:
Birth of Bab/ Báha'u'lláh
Winter 2024
Christmas
Imam Ali's Birthday
Lunar New Year
Ash Wednesday
Mid-Sha'baan
Purim
Holi
Naw-Rúz
(New Year’s Day)
Spring 2024
Ramadan
Palm Sunday
Pesach (Passover)
Imam Ali's Martyrdom
Vaisakhi
(New Year’s Day)
Eid al-Fitr
Imam Ja'far Sadiq's Martyrdom
Yom HaShoah
Shavuot
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Imbolc, also called Candlemas, is another pagan holiday that occurs on February 1st. It is a celebration of the return of light and the coming of spring. Observances often involve lighting candles, making offerings to deities associated with the season, and performing purification rituals. Beltane, occurring on May 1st, is a pagan holiday celebrating fertility and new beginnings. It is associated with the blossoming of flowers, the greening of the earth, and the union of the god and goddess. Many pagans celebrate Beltane by dancing around a maypole, feasting, and participating in rituals that honor life and growth. These are just a few examples of pagan holidays that will be observed in the United States in 2023. Each holiday holds different significance and is celebrated by different pagan traditions and practices. These celebrations serve as a way for pagans to connect with nature, honor their beliefs, and strengthen their communities..
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