Jol (Yule) 2024
Jol (Yule) is celebrated for three nights. Vikings had Yule logs, upon which they carved messages to the gods. They likely decorated trees, as well. Would you like to learn […]
Jol (Yule) is celebrated for three nights. Vikings had Yule logs, upon which they carved messages to the gods. They likely decorated trees, as well. Would you like to learn […]
Mörsugr is an ancient Viking month that occurs during the winter, often following the Yule period, which is centered around the winter solstice. It is known as "the bone-sucking month" […]
The first day of Þorri, which is the fourth month of the old Icelandic calendar, is marked by Bóndadagur, or "Husband’s Day." The month of Þorri, known since at least […]
Location: Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland Up Helly Aa – the Fire Festival of Legends originated in Shetland in the 1880s. The Viking fire festival draws visitors from around the world. […]
The date for the viking celebration of Dísablót is uncertain. Some sources say it was celebrated at the beginning of winter. Others say at the end of winter on the […]