Welcoming the Summer Solstice: 5 Magical Rituals for Litha (June 21)
As the sun reaches its peak and the days grow long, we step into the radiant energy of Litha, also known as the Summer Solstice. Celebrated on or around June 21, this ancient pagan festival marks the longest day of the year—a time of abundance, light, passion, and transformation.
Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious soul stepping into the magical path, Litha is the perfect moment to honor the sun, express gratitude, and recharge your spirit.
Here are five powerful rituals you can perform to welcome the solstice and align with the energy of summer:
1. Sunrise Gratitude Ritual
What you need:
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A yellow or gold candle
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Journal or notebook
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Quiet outdoor space (or a sunny window)
How to do it:
Wake up early on the solstice and greet the sun as it rises. Light your candle as a symbolic flame of the sun, and take a few moments to feel its warmth on your skin. In your journal, write down 10 things you’re grateful for and one intention you wish to manifest this summer. Let your intention be fueled by the power of the sun.
Why it works:
The rising sun on Litha is a potent symbol of new beginnings. Expressing gratitude raises your vibration, aligning you with abundance.
2. Create a Summer Solstice Altar
What you need:
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Sunflowers, marigolds, or daisies
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Citrine, carnelian, or tiger’s eye crystals
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Herbs like rosemary, basil, or St. John’s Wort
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Symbols of the sun (gold coins, solar disks, sun-shaped items)
How to do it:
Build an altar in a special spot in your home, placing your chosen items with intention. You may add personal tokens, photos, or written wishes. Light a candle and say a prayer or affirmation:
“With this altar, I honor the sun and welcome joy, light, and abundance into my life.”
Why it works:
Creating an altar focuses your energy and serves as a visual reminder of your magical intentions.
3. Fire Ceremony for Release and Renewal
What you need:
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A fire-safe bowl or outdoor firepit
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Paper and pen
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Matches or a lighter
How to do it:
Write down anything you wish to release—fears, limiting beliefs, old patterns—on small pieces of paper. One by one, burn them in the fire, visualizing them turning into ash and floating away. You can say aloud:
“I release what no longer serves me. I make space for transformation.”
Why it works:
Litha is associated with fire, purification, and transformation. This ritual is cathartic and energetically cleansing.
4. Solar Water Infusion
What you need:
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A clear glass jar or bottle of spring water
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Citrine or clear quartz (optional, and only if safe to place in water)
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Fresh herbs or flower petals (e.g. lemon balm, mint, rose)
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Sunlight
How to do it:
Place the herbs and optional crystal in your jar, fill it with water, and leave it in direct sunlight for several hours. As it charges, imagine the water absorbing the sun's life-giving energy. Drink the solar water to boost your vitality or use it to cleanse your altar or space.
Why it works:
Solar-charged water is a gentle, empowering elixir that brings clarity, energy, and positivity.
5. Dance or Move in the Sun
What you need:
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Your body
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Music or silence
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A space to move freely outdoors
How to do it:
Let your body move freely under the sun—dance, stretch, walk barefoot, or do yoga. Imagine your movements drawing in the energy of the solstice and grounding it in your body. Feel the joy of simply being alive.
Why it works:
Embodied ritual connects spirit and body. The sun's energy fuels confidence, playfulness, and empowerment.
Final Thoughts
The Summer Solstice is a celebration of light, life, and magic. Use it to ignite your inner fire, set powerful intentions, and reconnect with the rhythm of nature. No matter how you choose to celebrate, do it with heart, presence, and joy.
Need tools for your rituals? At Morgana Mágico Shop, we have everything from sun-charged crystals to ritual herbs, spell kits, and altar decor to help you honor this sacred day.
May your Litha be bright, bold, and blessed. 🌞
Want to expand your grimoire with more Litha rituals?
At Morgana Mágico Shop, you can download beautifully illustrated grimoire pages created especially for the Summer Solstice.
Turn your grimoire into a true work of art.
