March is a month filled with significant pagan traditions. These ancient celebrations have been passed down through generations and continue to be observed by many today. One prominent pagan tradition in March is the celebration of Ostara, also known as the Spring Equinox. This festival symbolizes the awakening of the earth and the arrival of spring. It is a time to recognize the balance between light and dark, as the day and night become equal in length. Many pagans celebrate Ostara by performing rituals and ceremonies outdoors, such as planting seeds to symbolize new beginnings.
February 13, 2025
Religious observances allow the university to reflect on and practice the values that we as a campus community openly espouse, including sensitivity and respect for all cultures and religions. The Great Brittan Goddess Albion is sacred on this day, even though Albion is said to go back much further 2nd CE than when Great Britain used her fabulous image on their coins.
Many pagans celebrate Ostara by performing rituals and ceremonies outdoors, such as planting seeds to symbolize new beginnings. Another notable pagan tradition in March is the honoring of the goddess Eostre. Eostre is associated with fertility and the rebirth of the earth, making her a central figure in the celebration of spring.
Pagan Holidays for March 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 2010
Is everyone ready to step back in time again and see what our Pagan Ancestors were doing. Let’s see who outdoes who….Rome or Greece, even though we have so many others this week who will be throwing in their finest of rituals, festivals, observances and celebrations. So let’s go….
Monday (moon-day), March 22
The day of the Moon
Rome is going to kick us off this month with their Cult of Attis, who happens to be the lover of their Goddess Cybele. The Cult would walk through the fine streets of Rome, carrying pine tress which have fallen…mourning Attis’ demise.
The French will be giving thought to their alchemist Nicolas Flamel who died on this day in 1417.
Tuesday (Honor-day) March 23
The day of Honor
Rome is going to kick off Tuesday as well, as their Priests honor Mars and Saturn by performing The Dance of Salii. The dance was said to force the Spirits of Winter into leaving the city, in order to provoke the growing of crops. And let’s not forget about the God Mars, for whom the dance brought forth in order to encourage men to sign up for Rome’s army. The Salii consisted of twelve people, all from noble families. The 13th person was a Magister, who led the dancing and singing.
And here comes the Norse, having their fabulous festival of Summer Finding which was all about the light (Spring & Summer) prevailing, or taking dominance over the darkness (Winter). This was their observance to honor the Great Goddess of Ostara!
Even North-Western England will not be silent this Tuesday as once, all raised for an observance for their God Cocidus, who happened to be a deity of the forest and over hunting. For historical notes, an alter for Cocidus had been discovered in a place called Ebchester.
And in Egypt, we would have a wonderful festival for the timeless Goddess Isis on this day!
Wednesday, (Wisdom-day) March 24
The day of Wisdom
The Great Brittan Goddess Albion is sacred on this day, even though Albion is said to go back much further (2nd CE) than when Great Britain used her fabulous image on their coins.
The Norse will be giving this day to their God Heimdall who guards the light and Bifrost Bridge–(the path which joins heaven and earth).
Thursday( strength-day), March 25
The day of strength
Rome will be having a grand celebration today called the Festival of Hilaria in honor of their Goddess Cybele.
The English will be having the Lady Day. On this day, they say the Good Goddess shall take the God of Spring to her bed.
In many parts of Britain during medieval times, today was once considered the first of the New Year. They made it sacred to Nuada— who was the God of poetry, magic, medicine, beauty, childbirth, and the oceans. His names were also Nudd and Ludd, and his sword, Fragarach, was considered to be one of four sacred and wonderful treasures of Tuatha de Danaan.
In Egypt, the Day of the Shining Ones of Heaven, was honored today.
Friday (love-day), March 26
The day of Love
Welsh will be having a celebration called Mabon ap Modron, who happens to be their fertility god. (Another Spring fling)
Today Persia will be having a festival of the birth of Zarathustra or Zoroaster, their King of Bactia. He was credited for inventing magic, and for enlightening the world with his theories of worshipping a god without the use of visual idols. At this date (our current one) archeologists believe that Zoroaster was actually two different men, a Babylonia astronomer who lived around the time of 2460 BCE and an actual Persian King living around the time of 590 BCE. However it should be said that the teachings of Zoroaster are still held high in many parts of Europe and the Middle East.
Saturday (Reckoning-day), March 27
The day of reckoning
Rome will kick off the weekend, the same way they did the week with their public celebrations of Liberalia or their God of wine and nature, Liber. Then, the public affairs will move to more private rituals called Bacchanalia.
Even though Bacchanalia was outlawed by the Senate in 186 BCE, historical records show that it was an orgy of mythical extent. Don;t worry though, even though the Senate up and made a law against it, the participants of Rome didn’t seem to listen lol.
In the Egyptian‘s calendar, today was Smell the Breeze day. Now what does that say to you? Slow down and smell the roses!
Sunday (Sun-day), March 28
The day of the Sun
Greece will finish off the week by celebrating the Birth of Artemis, their Goddess of the Moon.
But the Roman’s will have the final say as well, having their festival called the Sacrifice at the Tombs as they honor all those who have departed this realm for another.
I don’t think people in Rome will get anything done at all this week, do you?
Wishing Pagans and non-Pagans a blessed and productive week…
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General Practices: Festive music dancing, prayers, meetings and meals
Many pagans pay homage to Eostre by decorating eggs, which represent new life, and incorporating them into their rituals and festivities. The egg, with its potential for new life, is a powerful symbol of the season's energy and renewal. Additionally, March is a month of cleansing and purification in many pagan traditions. This is seen in celebrations such as the Roman festival of Hilaria, where participants would wear disguises and engage in merrymaking. These festivities were believed to ward off evil spirits and bring about good fortune. Similar traditions can be found in various cultures around the world during this time of year. Overall, March is a month filled with pagan traditions that celebrate the arrival of spring, fertility, and renewal. Whether through the celebration of Ostara, the honoring of Eostre, or the practice of cleansing rituals, pagans embrace the natural rhythms of the earth and the symbolism of this season, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life..
Reviews for "Embracing the March Equinox: Pagan Celebrations and Rituals"
1. John - 1 star
I was really disappointed with "Pagan traditions in March." The whole concept seemed interesting, but it was poorly executed. The event felt disorganized and lacked any meaningful content. The organizers seemed to focus more on creating a visually appealing ambience rather than providing any substantial knowledge about pagan traditions. Overall, it was a wasted opportunity to educate and engage with the community.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I attended "Pagan traditions in March" with high expectations, but it fell short of delivering an enriching experience. The event lacked any depth and felt more like a shallow portrayal of pagan traditions rather than a genuine celebration. The activities offered were clichéd and unoriginal, showing a lack of effort or creativity. I left feeling underwhelmed and wishing I had spent my time elsewhere.
3. Robert - 2 stars
"Pagan traditions in March" felt like a missed opportunity to showcase the rich history and cultural significance of pagan traditions. Instead, it appeared to be more focused on attracting a crowd through marketing gimmicks and visuals. The lack of informative talks or workshops left me feeling disconnected and like I was missing out on a chance to learn something meaningful. The event left a lot to be desired and I wouldn't recommend it to those seeking a genuine understanding of pagan traditions.
4. Emily - 1 star
Attending "Pagan traditions in March" was a disappointing experience. The event seemed more concerned with commercialization and profit rather than honoring the traditions it claimed to celebrate. From overpriced trinkets to inauthentic performances, it felt like a cheap and superficial portrayal of pagan culture. I left feeling unsatisfied and regretful for wasting my time and money on such a poorly executed event.