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Candlemas, also known as Imbolc, is a pagan holiday that celebrates the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. It is traditionally observed on February 2nd. The holiday has deep roots in Celtic and Gaelic cultures and is associated with various rituals and ceremonies. One of the main rituals of Candlemas is the lighting of candles. Candles are seen as symbols of light and are lit to symbolize the returning warmth and light of the sun. This act is often accompanied by prayers and invocations to the goddess Brigid, who is revered as the deity of fire, poetry, and healing.

This act is often accompanied by prayers and invocations to the goddess Brigid, who is revered as the deity of fire, poetry, and healing. Another important aspect of Candlemas is the purification and cleansing rituals. This is often done through the making of "Brigid's crosses" or "Brigid's beds".

Gobble, Gobble! Your Guide to Thanksgiving at Disney World

It's no surprise that, with the kids out of school for at least part (if not, all) of the week, Thanksgiving is one of the busiest weeks of the year at the Orlando theme parks and Walt Disney World Resort in particular. After all, who wouldn't want to experience Thanksgiving at Disney? But if you're planning a trip on or around the week of Thanksgiving, you should plan on longer waits for attractions and larger crowds everywhere you go. And be sure to book your Disney Park Pass reservation if you have not already done so.

Despite the crowds, Thanksgiving at Disney World is a decidedly low-key affair as far as the actual holiday is concerned. Don't expect to see window fronts decorated with cornucopias and pilgrims everywhere you turn. All of the parks will be decorated for the holidays — just not the Thanksgiving holiday — and that's fine by us. Those of you visiting during this time will be eased right into the Christmas spirit, and there are already plenty of Disney holiday events already hoppening in the parks. The one exception to this is the Land Pavilion at EPCOT, where pumpkins, gourds and scarecrows are usually on display in Living With the Land and the Behind the Seeds Tour. Here are the Frog Family’s best tips for making Thanksgiving at Disney World an enjoyable one!

These are woven from straw or rushes and are believed to have protective and healing powers. They are hung above doorways or placed under beds to ward off evil spirits and bring blessings to the household. In addition to candle lighting and purification rituals, feasting and divination are also common during Candlemas. Feasts are held to celebrate the first signs of spring and to honor the goddess Brigid. Foods such as dairy products, grains, and herbs are often included in these feasts. Divination is also a popular practice during this holiday. Various methods, such as using divination tools like tarot cards or scrying bowls, are employed to gain insights into the coming year. It is believed that during this time of transition, the veil between the physical and spiritual worlds is thin, making it easier to receive messages and guidance from the divine. Overall, Candlemas is a time of transition and renewal in the pagan calendar. It is a time to celebrate the returning light and warmth of the sun and to honor the goddess Brigid. Through rituals such as candle lighting, purification, feasting, and divination, pagans seek to connect with the natural cycles of the Earth and receive blessings for the year ahead..

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