Beltane is mentioned in the earliest Irish literature and is associated with important events in Irish mythology. Also known as Cétshamhain ('first of summer'), it marked the beginning of summer …

Dec 12, 2025 · Beltane, festival held on the first day of May in Ireland and Scotland, celebrating the beginning of summer and open pasturing. Beltane is first mentioned in a glossary …

Nov 29, 2025 · Beltane is a Celtic fire festival and pagan holiday that falls between the Spring Equinox (Ostara) and the Summer Solstice (Litha) on the modern Wheel of the Year. Beltane …

Apr 30, 2025 · Celebrating the start of summer, Beltane is one of the four major ancient Gaelic seasonal festivals, alongside Samhain (marking the start of winter), Imbolc (welcoming spring) …

May 28, 2025 · Discover the vibrant traditions of Beltane, a Celtic festival celebrating fire, fertility, and community. Explore its rich history and modern interpretations today!

Beltane (pronounced BEL-tayn) is one of eight seasonal festivals in the Celtic calendar, alongside Samhain, Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, midsummer, Lughnasadh, and Mabon.

Apr 18, 2025 · Beltane is one of the four major Gaelic seasonal festivals that form the cornerstones of the traditional Celtic calendar – together with Imbolc, Lughnasadh and Samhain.

Beltane is an ancient Celtic fire festival and one of the eight sabbats in the Wheel of the Year. Traditionally celebrations begin on April 30th and continue though the night into May 1st.

Apr 28, 2023 · Modern events such as Edinburgh’s iconic Beltane Fire Festival and smaller bonfire gatherings, particularly in Ireland and Scotland, light it up around April 30 and May 1 …

Apr 21, 2025 · Beltane, traditionally celebrated on May 1st, marks the turning point between the Spring Equinox (Ostara) and the Summer Solstice (Litha) on the Pagan Wheel of the Year.