A Lughnasadh Celebration

Jul 31

August is when we celebrate the first harvest, Lughnasadh. We honor the sun and nature and show gratitude for all our blessings. And there are so many ways for you to celebrate.

Family Activities

As Lughnasadh approaches, you can decorate your home with simple projects representative of the season. These are a few ideas to get you started.

Grapevine pentacle or wreath
Cornhusk chain- these can be placed on your altar, wall, or window, used as a countdown to Lughnasadh, or used in spellwork. As it dries, the husks will shrink and fade from green to tan,
Make a corn doll -If you make a doll at Lughnasadh, you can re-use it again at Imbolc.
Make Smudge Sticks
Weave husks - Craft them into small mats/coasters on your altar or herb pouches.
Perform a gratitude ritual.
Bake bread
Leave seeds and grains for birds and other small animals.
Play games to demonstrate skills.
Make fruit preserves.
Visit a farmer's market.
Break bread with family and friends.

Altar Decorations

When setting up your altar for this season, remember that Lughnasadh is about abundance, gratitude, and prosperity.

Colors of the Season - yellows, oranges, browns, reds, burgundies.
Symbols of the Season - sickles and scythes, grapes and vines, dried grains, corn, late summer flowers, and late summer fruits.
Honoring the God Lugh -Place symbols of your skills on the altar or tools of your creativity.
Corn husk dolls