Festivals and Celebrations

Midsummerblót, or the Summer Solstice, holds great significance in Asatru. Celebrated in June, it marks the longest day of the year. Asatruar honor the sun, nature, and the gods, focusing […]

Walpurgis, or Walpurgisnacht, occurs on the night of April 30th and holds significance in both historical and modern Asatru practice. Traditionally, this night marks a time of transition, celebrating the

Ostara, also known as the Spring Equinox, marks a key time in the Asatru tradition. It celebrates the balance between day and night, as the sun begins to dominate. Historically,

Thorrablót (or Þorrablót) is a winter festival rooted in ancient Norse traditions, and it’s celebrated within Asatru to honor Thor and the land spirits. It takes place during the month

Haustblót, celebrated around the Autumn Equinox, marks a significant time in Asatru. It honors the transition from summer to winter, when days grow shorter, and harvests come to an end.

History and Mythology Yule, also spelled Jól (pronounced “yohl“), was a winter festival celebrated by Norse and Germanic peoples. The festival honored gods, spirits, and ancestors. It lasted multiple days,

History and Meaning Alfablót is a significant Norse ritual that focuses on honoring the elves (álfar) and ancestral spirits. It takes place in late autumn, around the time of the

Vetrnætr (VET-ur-nyte-er) marked the shift from summer to winter in ancient Norse culture. This significant time honored gods, ancestors, and spirits. People also called it Winter Nights or Winter Finding.

Dísablót (DEE-sah-bloht) was a sacred offering to the dísir (DEE-seer), powerful female spirits tied to fate, family, and protection. These beings included ancestral mothers, valkyries, and goddesses who watched over