Next Pagan Festival - Summer Solstice

The summer solstice occurs when Earth's axis points most toward the Sun, bringing the longest day and shortest night of the year. Depending on your cultural or regional tradition, this astronomical event is widely known by several other names, including Midsummer and Litha.The solstice is known by various names depending on context and tradition:Midsummer: Popular cultural and historical term marking the middle of the summer season.Litha: The Anglo-Saxon and Wiccan name for the sabbat and holiday.June Solstice: The strictly scientific/calendar name, as it occurs in June.Estival Solstice: The formal Latinate term for the summer solstice.Alban Hefin: The Druidic name, translating to "The Light of Summer".