Samhain — November 1, 2025

Samhain (pronounced "SOW-in") holds profound spiritual significance for Pagans and Wiccans as one of the most sacred festivals in the Wheel of the Year.  Celebrated from sunset on October 31st through November 1st, Samhain marks the final harvest and the transition into the dark half of the year, symbolizing both endings and new beginnings.  During Samhain, practitioners honor their ancestors and departed loved ones, often setting places at the table for the deceased or holding silent suppers in their memory.  It's a time for reflection, divination, and releasing what no longer serves, while also celebrating the eternal cycle of death and rebirth that governs both nature and the human experience.