Summer Solstice
June 20, 21, 22
Similar Celebrations: Litha, Alban Hefin, Midsommar
ABOUT THIS HOLIDAY
Summer Solstice is the peak of summer and the height of the sun’s power. It is the balancing point between the energetic and expansive feeling of summer adventure and the dreamy introspection of an afternoon nap. At Summer Solstice, the light is at its greatest, yet within the light, the dark grows once again as the wheel tips toward fall and winter. The dark is reborn within the light, yet the light still rules.
It is a time of year to focus on enjoying the moment, allowing oneself to love something, knowing it will not last, being fully present, and trusting. It is a perfect time to get out into nature and spend a little time communing with the elemental spirits. Take some time to connect to your dream world and your creativity.
The dishes for a Summer Solstice celebration are often centered on fresh seasonal berries, fruit, herbs, and honey. These include fruit tortes, salads, herb bread, and fresh grilled fish. Summer mead is a traditional drink for this celebration.
It is a time of year to focus on enjoying the moment, allowing oneself to love something, knowing it will not last, being fully present, and trusting. It is a perfect time to get out into nature and spend a little time communing with the elemental spirits. Take some time to connect to your dream world and your creativity.
The dishes for a Summer Solstice celebration are often centered on fresh seasonal berries, fruit, herbs, and honey. These include fruit tortes, salads, herb bread, and fresh grilled fish. Summer mead is a traditional drink for this celebration.