A Gaelic traditional festival on originally celebrated on February 1st.
We celebrate Imbolc on 31.1.2026
What is Imbolc?
Although it says little about the original rites, traditions and customs, the festival of Imbolc is mentioned in several early Irish manuscripts. It is one of the four main seasonal festivals in Gaelic Ireland along with Bealtaine (1st of May), Lughnasadh (1st of August) and Samhain (31st of October/1st of November).
It is linked to arrival of lambs and sheep's milk, closely connected o the farming customes that lambs were born before calves. In late winter/early spring, sheep could survive better than cows on sparse vegetation and farmers sought to resume milking as soon as possible due to their dwindling stores. It is still winter after all! It is also connected to the blooming of blackthorn.
Although this feast is closely connected to the Celts and Ireland, it has a much broader origin and some variations and traditions were celebrated by all Indo-European tribes. Many customs revolved around the raising the energy, the vibrations and lifestream of nature. This feast is celebrated in various traditions on the 1st or 2nd of february.
What to bring:
- Warm clothes
- Art you wish to share
- A drum/rattle, something that makes sound
- Food for the potluck (make something for 3-4 people!)
When:
Saturday 31.1.2026 12:00 - 20:00
What are we actually going to celebrate?
We welcome the first stirrings of Spring! We'll gather to awaken the earth and plant seeds of intention for the year ahead. The day will include drumming, a seed-sharing ceremony, offerings to the earth, crafting suncrosses, a shared potluck and celebration!
Program:
Program might be subject to change in case of bad weather.
12:00 Arrival & Gathering (Indoors)
12:30 Communal Potluck Lunch* (Indoors)
13:30 Purification Rite (Shinto) (Indoors/Stone Circle (Depends on the weather))
14:30 Making of Suncrosses (Indoors)
15:45 Labyrinth Walk (Labyrinth)
16:30 Stone Circle Ceremony (Stone Circle)
17:30 Sunset Candle Lightning & Reflection (Indoors)
18:00 Shared Feast & Storytelling (Indoors)
19:30 Closing and Drumming Ritual (Indoors)
20:00 End of Celebration
Tickets 31.1.2026
350kr p.p. (10 spots)
When:
Saturday 31.1.2026 12:00 - 20:00
What to bring:
- Warm clothes
- Art you wish to share
- A drum/rattle, something that makes sound
- Food for the potluck (make something for 3-4 people!)
Earlier Celebrations / Gatherings
*- IMPORTANT INFORMATION -*
Please take a moment to read through the rules we keep up to be able to make this a celebration enjoyable for all.
Celebrations at Siren Enchantments: A Guide for Participants
Welcome to our open-hearted gathering! We're thrilled to celebrate the Winter Solstice with you. This is a space for community, connection, and honoring the natural world. There's space for a maximum of 10 people.
Who is this for?
- Individuals and families who appreciate nature, community, and seasonal celebrations.
- Those interested in learning about Pre-Christian, Animistic, Shinto and The Older traditions.
- People who value a respectful and inclusive environment and wish to celebrate
Our Core Values:
- Respect: We foster a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
- Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and reject all forms of discrimination.
- Mindfulness: We are mindful of the children and animals present and ensure a family-friendly atmosphere.
- Responsibility: We are responsible for our actions and contribute positively to the gathering.
What is NOT accepted:
- Racism, bigotry, or any form of discrimination.
- Disrespectful or disruptive behavior that interferes with the enjoyment of others.
- Behavior that endangers children and animals or compromises their safety.
- Destruction of plants, flowers, trees, woodwork.
- The house is off limits with the exception of bathroom visits, please do not enter without permission.
- Smoking, drugs or any other means of intoxication.
Event Program Imbolc:
12:00 - Arrival & Gathering (Indoors)
12:30 - Communal Potluck Lunch* (Indoors)
13:30 - Purification Rite (Shinto) (Indoors/Stone Circle (Depends on the weather))
14:30 - Making of Suncrosses (Indoors)
15:45 - Labyrinth Walk (Labyrinth)
16:30 - Stone Circle Ceremony (Stone Circle)
17:30 - Sunset Candle Lightning & Reflection (Indoors)
18:00 - Shared Feast & Storytelling (Indoors)
19:30 - Closing and Drumming Ritual (Indoors)
20:00 - End of Celebration
Important Notes:
- Changes to the program may occur due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Entrance for Ticketholders only!
- There are no Ticket Sales at the door.
- Please be mindful of the fire and follow safety instructions.
- Please be aware that this is a family friendly event.
- Please keep in mind that this is an outside event taking place, be mindful of our neighbours!
- Please use the parking space available at Tangen Skole (not Samfunnshuset!) and take a 10-15 min walk over to Fagervik House.
- Dogs are unfortunately not allowed due to the fact that we have cats on the premise.
- Please feel free to bring an offering to the fire (something you wish to strengthen or let go off)
- Please be respectful of the nature around us.
- There is the possibility of a photographer present. We will use some of the pictures for further announcing of upcoming events, but will refrain from posting you in case you're on and do NOT wish to be posted online. Children will not be posted online.
- Have fun!
Who/what funds the event?
Ticketsales
Where does the money go to?
Future event organizing, buying materials, upkeep of the stone circle and labyrinth.
Where?
Kongspartvegen 64, Tangen, Innlandet, Norway
We look forward to celebrating with you!
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