Homonym: Ostara (Spring)
Ostara is a spring festival celebrated by many neopagan traditions, particularly within Wicca and Heathenry. It typically occurs around the time of the spring equinox, which usually falls between March 19 and March 21. Ostara symbolizes the balance of day and night, as well as the renewal of life, fertility, and growth after the winter months.
The festival is often associated with various symbols, such as eggs, which represent new beginnings, and hares, which are linked to fertility. Many people celebrate Ostara by planting seeds, decorating eggs, and holding feasts to honor the returning warmth and light of the sun.