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Are there Wiccan festivals?
Yes, there are Wiccan festivals or gatherings held throughout the year that bring together Wiccans and practitioners of related paths. These festivals provide opportunities for learning, celebration, spiritual connection, and community building. While specific festivals can vary in size, duration, and focus, they typically feature a range of activities such as workshops, rituals, music, dance, arts and crafts, vendor booths, and socializing. Here are a few examples of well-known Wiccan festivals:
- PantheaCon: PantheaCon was an annual convention held in California, USA, that attracted a diverse range of pagan, Wiccan, and occult practitioners. It featured workshops, rituals, lectures, performances, and a vibrant marketplace. Note that as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, PantheaCon has been discontinued, but similar events continue to be organized by other groups.
- Pagan Spirit Gathering (PSG): PSG is a week-long outdoor festival held in the United States. It brings together pagans from various traditions, including Wicca, for workshops, rituals, music, drumming, dancing, and community building. PSG emphasizes personal growth, environmental awareness, and celebration of nature.
- Witchfest International: Witchfest International is a large annual gathering organized by the Witchcraft and Wiccan Information Network (WITCHFEST). It takes place in London, England, and features talks, workshops, performances, and a marketplace with vendors offering a variety of pagan and Wiccan goods.
- Beltania: Beltania is an annual Beltane festival held in Colorado, USA. It celebrates the arrival of spring and the fertility of the Earth. The event includes rituals, workshops, concerts, bonfires, and other activities focused on Wiccan and pagan spirituality.
- Spiral Dance: Spiral Dance is a popular Wiccan event held on or around Halloween (Samhain) in San Francisco, USA. It features a ritual performance known as the Spiral Dance, where participants form a spiral while chanting and dancing. The event also includes music, poetry, and other performances.