Mabon in 2025 falls on Monday, September 22, 2025, marking the Autumn Equinox, a time of balance and harvest celebrated in Pagan and Wiccan traditions. It is the second harvest festival of the year, a time for giving thanks for the earth's abundance, reflecting on what has been cultivated, and preparing for the coming darker months. 

Key Aspects of Mabon:

Balance: The day and night are nearly equal in length, symbolizing equilibrium and a pause before the descent into winter. 

Harvest: It is a celebration of the second harvest, a time to give thanks for the fruits of the earth and to share them. 

Gratitude: Mabon is a time for reflection and expressing gratitude for the abundance of the year. 

Preparation for Winter: The festival marks a shift in the seasons, encouraging inward focus and preparation for the shorter days and cold ahead. 

Connection to Nature: It is a time to observe and honor the changing natural world, gathering fallen leaves, and appreciating the slowing down of the land. 

Spiritual Significance: Mabon is a sacred moment for balance, harmony, and quiet gratitude. It also symbolizes the liberation from the past and the need to release what is no longer serving you. 

Traditions & Rituals:

Feasts: Many people host Mabon feasts with seasonal foods, such as apples and grains. 

Altar Refreshment: Creating or refreshing an altar with autumn colors, leaves, and symbols of balance and harvest is a common practice. 

Gratitude Journaling: Writing down or speaking aloud things you are thankful for is a powerful way to honor the season. 

Nature Walks: Spending time in nature, observing the changes, and gathering natural items like acorns and pine cones is a traditional activity. 

Releasing Rituals: Reflecting on and letting go of what you are ready to release before the winter.