Welcome to the magic of Mabon, our Autumnal Equinox. As the wheel of the year turns, we arrive at a sacred moment when day and night stand in perfect balance—an invitation to pause, reflect, and honor the interplay of light and shadow, both inside us and around us.
The Autumnal Equinox, known as Mabon, marks the Sun’s crossing of the celestial equator. Day and night are equal, inviting a sense of balance and transition. This shift marks the beginning of fall in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing cooler days, crisp evenings, and the promise of a bountiful harvest. It serves as a reminder to seek equilibrium in our own lives as the natural world changes before us.
To honor both the light and dark within is to acknowledge that every experience holds meaning. The light is your joy and creative spark, the gifts you bring to the world. The dark is your depth and vulnerability, the rich soil where growth takes place. Mabon reminds us that true balance is found when we honor each part of ourselves. By embracing your strengths and your challenges without judgment, you open the doors to wholeness. In loving all that you are, harmony and self-acceptance grow.
Mabon has deep roots in history and tradition. Cultures throughout time have honored this sacred turning point. To the Celts, it is Alban Elfed. In ancient Greece, this season was marked by festivals for Demeter and Persephone, celebrating the gifts of the season and honoring the descent of Persephone into the underworld. The Romans held ceremonies for Pomona, goddess of fruit and orchards.
For many indigenous cultures, the equinox was a time of communal feasting and giving thanks to the land. Stone circles and ancient monuments across Europe are aligned to sunrise or sunset on the equinox, reflecting the reverence our ancestors held for this moment of balance.
During Mabon, people would gather in gratitude, celebrating the season’s abundance while preparing for the shorter days ahead. Rituals and ceremonies took place to honor the gifts of Gaia, the warmth of the sun, and the deep wisdom found as the nights grew longer. Across generations and traditions, Mabon remains a season for reflection, heartfelt thanks, and preparation as the wheel of the year turns once more.
This year, Mabon holds even greater power as it follows the rare Virgo New Moon Portal, which opened on August 22, 2025, at 0° Virgo and closes with the second Virgo New Moon on September 21st at 29° Virgo. With two consecutive New Moons in Virgo, we are offered a unique chance to refresh, set intentions, and embrace our most authentic selves. The effects of this Virgo portal linger, amplifying Mabon’s message—release what is old, welcome clarity, and step into deeper levels of wholeness. This is the time to let your spirit be renewed and to celebrate the fruits of your labor.
Mabon calls us to honor both what we are harvesting and what we must let go. Balance is the magic word. It is a season for gratitude, for recognizing the beauty of your efforts, and for making peace with necessary change. As the leaves fall and nature slips into a quieter rhythm, we are reminded that true abundance often comes from simplicity and letting what no longer serves fall away.
Looking for ways to make Mabon truly meaningful? Here are some practices you can explore:
- Create a gratitude altar with colorful leaves, apples, grains, or other harvest gifts.
- Light a candle or lantern to honor the balance of light and darkness.
- Write a list of what you are harvesting in your life and what you are releasing.
- Walk in nature to witness the seasonal shift and gather natural treasures for your altar.
- Host a gathering with loved ones focused on sharing food, stories, and gratitude.
- Prepare a meal with seasonal ingredients and mindfully enjoy every flavor.
- Meditate or journal about your intentions for the coming months.
- Cleanse your space, making room for new energy as the season unfolds.
As you cross this sacred threshold, let Mabon guide you into deeper harmony. This autumnal equinox reminds us that balance is a living, breathing process. Ask yourself—what will you harvest, what must you release, and what dreams will you nurture as the year quietly turns?
May this Mabon bless you with grace, peace, and an abundant harvest in every sense of the word. May your heart find its rhythm in the turning of the season, and may you walk forward grounded, grateful, and fully present to the magic of this moment.
And so it is.
