ᚦ Norse Festival · June 21
Midsommar / Midsummer
Also: Summer Solstice, Jónsmessa (Christianized)
Significance
The height of summer. Peak of the sun's power. Freyr and Freyja honored. Bonfires, feasting, fertility magic. The night is short — full of power.
When it falls
summer_solstice Observed over 1 day.
Honored deities
Questions & Answers
Questions about Midsommar / Midsummer
What is the spiritual meaning of Midsommar / Midsummer?
The spiritual theme of Midsommar / Midsummer: Peak power — the sun at its height, abundance and vitality. Reflection prompts: What is at its fullest bloom in your life right now? How do you honor abundance without clinging to it?
Which gods are honored at Midsommar / Midsummer?
The deities honored at Midsommar / Midsummer are: Freyr, Sunna, Freyja. The height of summer. Peak of the sun's power. Freyr and Freyja honored. Bonfires, feasting, fertility magic. The night is short — full of power.
What is Midsommar / Midsummer?
Also known as: Summer Solstice, Jónsmessa (Christianized). The height of summer. Peak of the sun's power. Freyr and Freyja honored. Bonfires, feasting, fertility magic. The night is short — full of power.
What is Midsommar / Midsummer in the Norse tradition?
Midsommar / Midsummer is a Norse festival. The height of summer. Peak of the sun's power. Freyr and Freyja honored. Bonfires, feasting, fertility magic. The night is short — full of power.