This workshop took place on March 1, 2026, but you can watch the replay on demand! Celebrate the arrival of spring with an immersive journey through a vibrant series of ancient festivals that honor the earth’s awakening, fertility, and the renewal of life. From Obretinnia to Watering Monday, these holidays are deeply rooted in pagan traditions, reflecting the Slavic peoples’ profound connection to nature and the cycles of the seasons.

What You’ll Learn:

In this workshop, we’ll explore the origins, rituals, and symbolism of key spring holidays, including Obretinnia, Yavdokha, St. Conon’s Day, Forty Saints, Warm Oleksa, Verbytsia, Strasnyy Chetver, Strasna P’yatnytsya, and Watering Monday. You’ll uncover how these celebrations marked the transition from winter’s end to the full bloom of spring, uncovering the ancient pagan practices under the later Christian influences.

Specifically, we will explore:

• The Pagan Origins: The pagan significance of each holiday, from Obretinnia’s celebration of the Meeting of the Birds to Watering Monday’s splashing rituals of purification and fertility.
• Ancient Connections to the Natural World: The role of nature, agriculture, and solar cycles in shaping these traditions.
• Rituals and Customs: Including weather divination, blessing the bees, symbolic foods, and water ceremonies.
• Pre-Christian Practices: How these ancient practices evolved through Christianization and remain alive in modern Slavic culture.
• Ways You Can Celebrate: Learn how to celebrate the special holidays of the Spring Cycle at home.

Join us for this workshop and learn about this sacred time of awakening, community, and the connection between humans and nature. Whether you’re drawn to Slavic culture, pagan holiday traditions, or the joy of seasonal festivities, this experience will leave you inspired and enriched. Step into the magic of Spring and see how this sacred time can empower your spiritual journey.

Once you register, you’ll receive an email with directions and a link to watch.