The solstice is the exact moment when daylight hits a turning point. It happens when the Sun reaches its highest or lowest “track” in the sky. After that, the days start shifting the other way. In the Northern Hemisphere, the December solstice is the winter solstice (shortest day, longest night). In the Southern Hemisphere, it is the summer solstice (longest day, shortest night). Across the world, lots of eco-villages and intentional communities celebrate this moment with simple, human stuff: a fire, shared food, songs, a circle, silence, stories, a walk outside. Here are a few Ecovillages winter solstice events to check for December 2025.
If you are curious, solstice can be a great excuse to visit a community, join an open event, or take part online.
Quick summary: Ecovillages winter solstice (December 2025) happens on Sunday 21 December 2025 at 15:03 UTC. It is the same instant worldwide, but the clock time changes by location, so check your local time before you plan anything.
Please note: Solstice gatherings can change quickly (weather, group decisions, last-minute logistics). Some ceremonies are residents-only. Some events may be ticketed or donation-based. Always check the community’s official page before travelling, and ask what is welcome for visitors (and what is not).
Why ecovillages celebrate the solstice 🟡
In many communities, the solstice is a shared marker in the year. It is a chance to slow down, notice what has changed, and set a simple intention for the season ahead. Some celebrations are small and quiet, others are bigger and more festive, but the idea is similar: be together at the turning point.
For travellers, an open solstice event can be a straightforward way to meet people and get a feel for community life, without committing to a long stay.
Ecovillages winter solstice December 2025: events to check
These examples have public information for December 2025. They are not endorsements, and they are not a complete list. They are simply a few real starting points for Ecovillages winter solstice plans in December 2025
Findhorn ecovillage (Moray, Scotland)
Findhorn’s calendar includes solstice-time options in December 2025, including an in-person retreat ending around the solstice period, and an online solstice ritual for people who cannot travel. The big plus is clarity: you usually get dates, format, and how to join in one place.
Findhorn solstice links
Community calendar: visitecovillagefindhorn.uk/calendar
Retreat example (17–22 Dec 2025): understandinganimals.org/winter-solstice-retreat
Online ritual example (21 Dec 2025): heartbeatfindhorn.com/winter-solstice-2025.html
Earthaven ecovillage (North Carolina, USA)
Earthaven publishes a “Classes & Events” page that includes a live online winter solstice ritual dated December 20. If you want something you can join from anywhere, this is worth checking because it usually links to the details and registration.
Earthaven solstice link
Classes & Events (includes “Storied: A Winter Solstice Ritual”): earthaven.org/classes-and-events
Damanhur (Piedmont, Italy)
Damanhur’s “annual celebrations and rituals” page includes the Winter Solstice as a Great Ritual in the 2024–2025 cycle. Their description outlines a structured community ceremony with fire symbolism, songs, offerings, and dance. They also note that guests can join by registering in advance through the Welcome Center.
Damanhur link
Annual celebrations & rituals page: damanhur.travel/annual-celebrations-rituals
Progetto Meraki (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)
Progetto Meraki is a community and educational project in the Bologna Apennines. Their official site describes welcoming volunteers (often around two weeks) for shared daily-life tasks and practical work. Around the solstice period, their channels have promoted a “Sol Meraki d’inverno” gathering dated 19–22 December 2025.
Meraki links
Official site: progettomeraki.org
Volunteer and general contact emails (obfuscated): accoglienza AT progettomeraki DOT com | info AT progettomeraki DOT com
Social page (event announcements often appear here): facebook.com/progettoecovillaggio
Ecovillaggio di Dreamland (Parco La Mandria, near Turin, Italy)
Dreamland sits inside Parco La Mandria and is linked to Ecospirituality Foundation. The project is known for its stone circle and for hosting seasonal celebrations through the year. If you are exploring options in Northern Italy, Dreamland is one to check directly via their contacts and updates.
Dreamland links
Contacts page: dreamlandfoundation.net/contatti.html
How to get there (address info): eco-spirituality.org
General email (obfuscated): info AT eco-spirituality DOT org
InterWorld EcoVillage (Colorado, USA)
InterWorld EcoVillage has a public, ticketed winter-solstice weekend focused on drum ceremony and drum making. If you are looking for a structured event (rather than an informal circle), this is one to check early, because ticketed gatherings can fill up.
InterWorld EcoVillage solstice link
Event listing (Winter Solstice Sacred Drum Ceremony Weekend): eventbrite.com
Ökodorf Sieben Linden (Altmark, Germany)
If you want to be in community close to the solstice, Sieben Linden’s public program often focuses on the “between the years” period (Raunächte). This is not on the solstice day itself, but it is the same season of darkness, reflection, and simple ritual.
Sieben Linden links
Events & registration (official): lernort.siebenlinden.org
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Not every community is open in winter ☃️❄️
Many ecovillages reduce visitors or close completely for a winter break. If you are planning travel around the solstice, read visitor policies carefully and do not assume drop-ins are welcome. If an event is not clearly public, ask first.
How to find more solstice events (fast and safely)
Start from a network directory or map, then confirm details on each community’s own calendar. GEN Europe’s directory and map are useful if you are searching in Europe. For other regions, look for the relevant GEN network, then follow links to official community sites.
If you know a public solstice celebration hosted by an ecovillage or intentional community, feel free to add it in the comments with a link and dates. It helps other readers, and it keeps this page rooted in real updates.
Find more communities via networks
GEN Europe directory: gen-europe.org/ecovillage-and-network-directory
GEN Europe map: gen-europe.org/discover/ecovillage-map
If you want to volunteer around the solstice
Some places keep solstice private for residents, while others open it to guests or short-term helpers. A good first message is simple: introduce yourself, share your dates, ask what kind of participation is welcome, and confirm the daily rhythm. In winter, tasks often shift toward wood, maintenance, indoor projects, and communal cooking, so it helps to mention practical skills and comfort with cold or rain.