Each September, the Earth pauses at a point of perfect balance – the autumn equinox, when day and night stand in harmony. It’s the moment the Sun crosses the celestial equator, marking the official start of astronomical autumn in the Northern Hemisphere.
In 2025, this cosmic turning point will occur on September 22. From then on, days grow shorter, nights longer, and the quiet rhythm of autumn begins to take over, guiding us toward the winter solstice.
A moment steeped in history and symbolism
For centuries, people across cultures have celebrated the equinox as a sacred time of gratitude and transition – when the abundance of the harvest meets the calm of introspection.
- In Slavic tradition, this day was a celebration of family, ancestors, and the fruits of the Earth. Homes filled with the scent of fresh bread and apples, and tables were set with gifts of the harvest.
- In Celtic culture, the equinox was Mabon – the second harvest festival, a moment to honor balance between light and dark, life and death.
- Astrologically, the Sun enters Libra, the sign of balance, diplomacy, and harmony – inviting us to seek peace within ourselves and with the world around us.
A time to restore inner balance
Energetically, the equinox represents renewal – the perfect time to pause, reflect, and realign. It’s an opportunity to:
- close open chapters and celebrate the lessons of summer;
- declutter your space and your thoughts, releasing what no longer serves you;
- set new intentions — what you wish to let go of, and what you want to nurture as the year winds down.
The autumn equinox is a quiet reminder: everything in life moves in cycles. The light fades not to disappear but to make way for rest – and for a brighter dawn to come.
Let this day bring you balance, gratitude, and inspiration.
Earlier, we shared how Bukovel embraces the rhythm of every season – a year-round ecosystem alive 365 days a year.