The Wheel of the Year represents a way to live in harmony with the ever-changing cycle of life. For the green witch, the esbats and sabbats of 2026 are invitations to pause, honor Mother Earth and use them to tend to our own seasons too.
This listing of sacred days for 2026 will help guide you in planning your rituals, celebrations, aligning yourself to the season and living with more intention.
Let’s look at this year’s significant dates.
The Esbats & Sabbats of 2026
The year ahead offers a full 12 month cycle of lunar esbats and seasonal sabbats to guide your practice. Whether you follow the moons, honor the sabbats, or both, these moments help you stay in rhythm with Mother Earth’s wisdom while you live your magick.
Note: All times listed are for the eastern time zone.
The Full Moons of 2026
Each Full Moon brings us illumination, revelation, and the culmination of what’s been quietly growing beneath the surface during this lunar cycle. Use these nights for releasing what no longer serves you, expressing your gratitude for all you have, and your full moon ritual under the light of Lady Luna.
January 3: Full Moon in Cancer at 5:03 AM
February 1: Full Moon in Leo at 5:09 PM
March 3: Full Moon in Virgo at 6:38 AM
April 1: Full Moon in Libra at 10:12 PM
May 1: Full Moon in Scorpio at 1:23 PM
May 31: Full Moon in Sagittarius at 4:45 AM (Blue Moon)
June 29: Full Moon in Capricorn at 7:57 PM
July 29: Full Moon in Aquarius at 10:36 AM
August 28: Full Moon in Pisces at 12:18 AM
September 26: Full Moon in Aries at 12:49 PM
October 26: Full Moon in Taurus at 12:12 AM
November 24: Full Moon in Gemini at 9:53 AM
December 23: Full Moon in Cancer at 8:28 PM
The New Moons of 2026
New Moons hold potential. Use these moments to plant seeds, set intentions, and listen for the whispers of what wants to be born. Rituals to manifest your dreams are perfect for the new moon.
January 18 at 2:52 PM
February 17 at 7:01 AM – Lunar New Year (Year of the Horse)
March 18 at 9:23 PM
April 17 at 7:52 AM
May 16 at 4:01 PM
June 14 at 10:54 PM
July 14 at 5:44 AM
August 12 at 1:37 PM
September 10 at 11:27 PM
October 10 at 11:50 AM
November 9 at 2:02 AM
December 8 at 7:52 PM
The Sabbats – The Wheel of the Year
The Wheel of the Year guides us through the sacred cycles of Mother Earth. These Sabbats invite us to honor the Earth’s rhythm and our place within it.
February 2: Imbolc
March 20: Spring Equinox
May 1: Beltane
June 21: Summer Solstice
August 1: Lammas (Lughnasadh)
September 22: Fall Equinox
October 31: Samhain
December 21: Winter Solstice
Eclipses of 2026
Eclipses stir the soul, often bringing intensity like sudden clarity, abrupt endings, or new beginnings. All are full of possibilities for transformation.
February 17: Solar Eclipse
March 3: Lunar Eclipse
August 12: Solar Eclipse
August 18: Lunar Eclipse
☿ Mercury Retrograde for 2026
When Mercury moves into retrograde, things are known to get wonky, but this time also invites reflection. Use these windows to review, realign, and rework anything that’s come undone.
February 26 – March 20
June 29 – July 23
October 24 – November 13
Summary of Esbats & Sabbats of 2026
As the Wheel turns, may this simple guide serve as your compass to celebrate the light, shadow and every in-between time. Put these dates on your calendar, but also let your heart mark each turning of the season by connecting with the rhythm of Mother Earth. And, don’t forget to live your magick.
Blessed be.
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