Winter Solstice: A Day to Honour the Darkness

Winter Solstice: A Day to Honour the Darkness

The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year – a powerful threshold between darkness and light. It is a time to pause, turn inward, release what no longer needs to be carried and listen deeply to what is emerging within us.

This immersive day invites you to slow down, reconnect with your body and move, breathe, listen and rest. Through ecstatic dance, breathwork, rhythm, ritual and immersive sound, we will journey into the darkness – not as something to fear, but as a place of rest, restoration and possibility.

Come exactly as you are.

The Journey

11am — Arrival & Opening Circle

Welcome, grounding and an introduction to the energy of the Winter Solstice.

11.30am–1pm — Ecstatic Dance Journey

A guided movement journey through rhythm, embodiment and free expression.

1–2pm — Lunch, Rest & Connection

Time to eat, connect with others and integrate.

2–3pm — Celtic Drum Journey

A guided drum meditation exploring the ancient cycle of death and rebirth as we journey to find our Winter’s Dream.

3–4.30pm — Sonic Sound Journey

An immersive sound experience weaving gong, song and sound instruments for deep listening.

Optional mugwort tea will be available.

4.30–5pm — Solstice Closing Ritual

A final gathering to reflect, integrate and honour the journey.

Accessibility

Accessible for all levels of experience – no previous experience of ecstatic dance, meditation or ritual is required.

Music during the dance journey will be loud. Ear plugs can be provided.