Pagan Holy Days
| Holiday | 2026–27 | 2027–28 | 2028–29 | |
 | Lughnasadh / Lammas – Pagan Marks the beginning of the harvest season and is often observed with offerings of grain, bread, gratitude, and community gathering. | Aug 1, 2026 | Aug 1, 2027 | Aug 1, 2028 |
| Autumn Equinox / Mabon / Alban Elfed – Pagan Marks the balance of day and night and the second harvest, with themes of gratitude, reflection, and preparation for the darker half of the year. | Sept 22, 2026 | Sept 22, 2027 | Sept 22, 2028 |
| Samhain / Samhuinn – Pagan New Year Marks the end of the harvest and beginning of winter; many honor ancestors and remember the dead. | Oct 31–Nov 1, 2026 | Oct 31–Nov 1, 2027 | Oct 31–Nov 1, 2028 |
| Winter Solstice / Yule / Alban Arthan – Pagan Honors the longest night and the return of light, with themes of renewal and hope. | Dec 21, 2026 | Dec 21, 2027 | Dec 21, 2028 |
| Imbolc – Pagan Marks the first signs of spring and is often associated with Brigid, renewal, inspiration, and returning light. | Feb 1–2, 2027 | Feb 1–2, 2028 | Feb 1–2, 2029 |
| Spring Equinox / Ostara / Alban Eilir – Pagan Marks the balance of day and night and the awakening of the earth. | Mar 20, 2027 | Mar 19, 2028 | Mar 20, 2029 |
| Beltane / Bealtaine – Pagan Honors fertility, fire, protection, vitality, and the blossoming of life. | May 1, 2027 | May 1, 2028 | May 1, 2029 |
| Summer Solstice / Litha / Alban Hefin – Pagan Honors the longest day and the fullness, warmth, and abundance of the sunlit season. | June 21, 2027 | June 20, 2028 | June 20, 2029 |
Astronomical dates are shown for Los Angeles local time; observance may vary by tradition.
*These dates mark the astronomical beginnings of the seasons and occasionally vary by a day or so from year to year.
Accommodation Note
This calendar is provided for planning and awareness. Listing an observance does not, by itself, guarantee an excused absence or a particular accommodation. Students should contact faculty early to discuss potential conflicts. Requests are considered individually under applicable university policy and course requirements; faculty may support additional observances when feasible.