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Witches Market - Winter Equinox & YuleSaturday June 20, 2026 2pm - 8pm
Beechmont Trading Post
713 Beechmont Road, Lower Beechmont
Free Entry & Dogs Allowed
The Witches Market returns to Lower Beechmont on the 20th of June with a market running from 2pm to 8pm
Yule & Winter Equinox market and Yule feast
Presented by Witches Night Markets and Beech Mountain Trading Post & Distillery.
Live entertainment great food, bar and much more.
Yule in the Southern Hemisphere is celebrated around June 20–21, marking the winter solstice—the longest night and the symbolic rebirth of the sun. It is a time for fire rituals,, feasting, and bringing in greenery to celebrate the return of light. Unlike the northern winter, it focuses on the unique, often milder, winter landscape.
Key Traditions and Rituals for Southern Hemisphere Yule:
Light the Night: Because this is the longest night, rituals focus on fire to welcome the sun's return. Use gold, red, and orange candles, or gather around a bonfire.
The Yule Log: A central tradition involves burning a Yule log (often pine or oak) to represent the sun. A modern alternative is decorating a log with native greenery like eucalyptus, pine, and holly, and placing candles on it, then saving a piece for the following year.
Feasting and Community: Enjoy hearty winter foods—soups, stews, roasted vegetables, and mulled wine or spiced cider.
Decorating with Nature: Bring evergreen branches (pine, ivy, rosemary) indoors to signify eternal life during the darkest time.
Honouring the Season: Take a winter nature walk, stargaze on a clear night, or visit local light festivals, such as Vivid Sydney.
Set Intentions: As it is a time of "rebirth," set intentions for the coming year, as this is considered the spiritual "new year" in the Southern Hemisphere
Stall enquiries to Wayne Pina-Roozemond only, please be aware of scammers and imitators pretending to be the Witches Market, we are the original and best, with a base within the Pagan Community.
Email [email protected] or call 0415 800 888 are the only email and phone numbers you should ever use or need
Come along for a great day and stay for the night entertainment.
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Beech Mountain Trading Post & Distillery, 713 Beechmont Rd, Lower Beechmont QLD 4211, Australia, Lower Beechmont
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