Spring 🌱
Spring begins with the vernal equinox and ends at the summer solstice, the annual day with the longest length of daylight and the shortest night of the year.
Spring (meteorologically consisting of the months of March, April, and May) begins about March 20th north of the equator, and ends about June 21st. In the southern hemisphere, spring (meteorologically consisting of the months of September, October, and November) begins about September 22nd and ends about December 21st.
Spring Celebrations
Celebrations recognized during spring in the northern hemisphere.
- Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr (Islam)
- A month of sacred fasting followed by a joyful festival.
- Easter and Good Friday (Christianity)
- Commemorates the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Passover/Pesach (Judaism)
- An eight-day festival marking the biblical exodus of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.
- Holi (Hinduism)
- A festival of colors celebrating the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.
- Vesak/Buddha Jayanti (Buddhism)
- The holiest day in Buddhism, commemorating Gautama Buddha.
- Songkran (Regional to Southeast Asia)
- The traditional Buddhist and solar New Year.
- Anzac Day (Regional to Australia and New Zealand)
- April 25th national day of remembrance for military service.
- Cinco de Mayo (Regional to North America)
- May 5 celebration of Mexican heritage and military victory.
Spring Genres and Lore
Seasonal Spring Ideas
Live your richest spring season this year. These ideas are designed for the northern hemisphere of this season — if you live south of the equator, apply the relevant suggestions during your meteorological autumn.