Welcome to our Mabon page! 

Mabon is the Celtic name for the celebration of the Autumnal Equinox, usually celebrated around September 22 and marks the second harvest of the year. The traditions of Mabon include giving thanks for the harvest with a community feast and bonfire. This was a time to enjoy with the family and friends, marking the end of summer and the beginning of the colder seasons. 

At this time every year, we must proceed from the light part of the year to the dark, and in doing so, turn our attentions inward and homeward. We will first give gratitude for the Summer with the help of our patron God, Dionysus and then prepare ourselves for the future months with the aid of Hestia, the Goddess of of the sacred hearth. 

After ritual there will be a community potluck as we join together to seal the blessing with shared food and drink at the Witches Thanksgiving. This free event is family friendly and open to all ages. Please bring a dish to share for the potluck and BYOB. The house will provide a meal to attendees with both vegan and gluten-free options available. 

We'll have a bonfire going in the backyard with lots of hangout time after dinner. HVGW will also be holding our traditional Mabon Food Drive, so please bring non-perishable, non-expired food and household goods for your donation if you plan to attend. All donations go to the State College Food Bank. Before you donate, see their website for a list of their current needs: https://scfoodbank.org/donate/current-needs-list 

Thank you and we hope to see you there!

Please bring a dish to share and non-expired food item for donation. All donations will be delivered to the State College Food Bank. 

Date:  Saturday September 21st, 2024

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 

Location: Given on RSVP 

Please RSVP via web form here (https://forms.gle/1iHLWtDrirWGi4By6) by Wednesday September 18th. Thank you!