Many Imbolc traditions revolve around Brigid, who shares the sabbat’s associations with transformation, inspiration, wisdom, fertility and the hearth fire, among other things.

Imbolc (pronounced im-bowlk) is a Gaelic word meaning “in the belly,” and for many modern Pagans, Feb. 1 is one of four Greater Sabbats, or grand holy days, marking the seasons.

Pueblo's Leia Marie writes about resolutions, intentions, and the passing of the ancient Celtic observance of Imbolc.

The pagan festival known as Imbolc is the precursor to Groundhog Day and Candlemas, all celebrated on Feb. 2.

Celtic people would originally celebrate Imbolc by crafting straw dolls of the Goddess Brigid. According to Bhagat, children would also carry the doll door-to-door and give gifts at each household.

Imbolc, Candlemas and Brigid’s Day 2018: what is the festival all about? Amy Willis Published February 1, 2018 12:01am Updated December 12, 2019 4:28pm ...

Imbolc, February 1, now known as St. Brigid's Day, marks the Irish pagan start of spring. Kathy Scott of The Trailblazery looks at the relationship between Brigid and Imbolc.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. − Happy Imbolc! Never heard of this Gaelic holiday? Whether you're celebrating it for the first time this year or keeping up an old family tradition, here's more information ...

Imbolc Sabbat is an ancient pagan Irish festival dating back thousands of years celebrating fertility and the beginnings of the first inklings of spring, festival organizer and former network ...