Summer Solstice celebrating the longest day of the year. Marks the height of the Sun's power and the abundance of nature. A time of great power when the veil between the fairy realm and human world is thinnest.
When is Litha?
- Litha 2027: Monday, June 21, 2027 (Northern Hemisphere)
- Litha 2028: Tuesday, June 20, 2028 (Northern Hemisphere)
Litha falls on the solstice, so the exact date shifts by a day from year to year. In the Southern Hemisphere the seasons are reversed, so it is celebrated around December 20-22.
History of Litha
Ancient celebration of the sun's peak power, historically celebrated across cultures worldwide. Known as Midsummer in European traditions, it marks the battle between the Oak King and Holly King.
Litha traditions
- Sun worship ceremonies
- Gathering magical herbs
- Fire festivals and bonfires
- Making protection amulets
- Charging crystals in sunlight
- Fairy offerings
- Circle dancing
- Solar meditation
- Creating sun wheels
- Visiting holy wells
How to celebrate Litha today
- Midsummer Bonfire Gathering
- Sun Salutation Yoga
- Herb Garden Party
- Summer Feast
- Night Vigil
- Butterfly Garden Visit
- Beach Celebration
- Solar Art Creation
Litha ritual ideas
- Solar Power Charging Ritual
- Fairy Offering Ceremony
- Protection Spell Crafting
- Sun Meditation at Dawn
- Herb Blessing and Gathering
- Midsummer Fire Ritual
- Abundance Manifestation
- Well Blessing Ceremony
- Summer Court Fairy Contact
Gods & goddesses of Litha
- Sun God — Solar Power. God at the height of his power during the longest day
- Oak King — Waxing Year. Ruler who yields to the Holly King at summer's height, representing the turning of the seasonal wheel
- Sunna/Sol — Norse Sun Goddess. The divine embodiment of the sun, celebrated at her peak strength
- Lugh — Sun and Skill. Celtic god associated with the sun, light, and craftsmanship
- Áine — Irish Sun Goddess. Associated with midsummer, love, and sovereignty