Wednesday
Opening Ritual: Main Ritual Meadow – 7 PM
Come join the Dragonfest Staff, Dragonfest Board of Directors as we open the Retreat.
Thursday
Flower Frenzy: Thursday 11 AM
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
This is modeled after a Mayan Bathing Ritual. This is a Women's Mystery and you need to have had your first moon time to participate. We will take the first 20 who pre-register, all maidens going through the girls moon rite will need to attend. It will be after the Full Moon so think of things you want to wash out of your life to make space for the new or bring resolution. You will need to bring a bucket, a cup, and flowers or herbs of the plants that represent what you want to wash out of your life. Please register through email at tanna_sage@yahoo.com and put Flower Frenzy in the subject.
* NEW* Men's Saging Ritual - A Rite of Passage to Elderhood
Thursday 1 PM
There are three major phases of life that are clearly felt by many men. These correspond to some degree to
the Saturn cycle. The first Saturn return occurs at 29 1/3 years marking the transition from youth to
mature adulthood. The second Saturn return comes at age 58 2/3. By this age the momentum of activity
has slowed down and many men find themselves shifting into a consciousness of the approaching end of
life and a corresponding re-evaluation of priorities. This is a time when a conscious decision can be made
to pursue the role of Sage in the community. This ritual is intended to initiate, bless, honor and affirm the
intentions of men moving into the place of the Sage. Men who already consider themselves as Sages or
Elders and those who want to be initiated as Sages are invited to attend this ritual. There will be a
discussion in preparation for the ritual. Please bring chairs.
Young Maiden’s Coming of Age Ritual: Thursday 5 PM, Community Center
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Falconwing and the Coven of The Order of the Cauldron on the Sage will be presenting a Young Maiden’s Coming of Age Ritual. This is a coming of age rite of passage for all young women who have reached their first moon cycle. It is a celebration of this life passage and parents/sponsors are asked to attend this rite as well. The young women are asked to bring a white robe, dress or outfit to the fest for wearing in the participation of this rite. As part of this rite the girls will be joining the Flower Frenzy ritual Thursday at 11am. Girls and their adult sponsor will be able to register for the rite up to August 1st. If you have any questions, would like more information or would like something specific incorporated, please email pentacat@yahoo.com
Holy Shit: Thursday 7 PM
Join us in this ritual to honor Tlazeteotl, Filth Eater, who receives our woes and transgressions and purifies them with the holy blood of birth. Tlazeteotl is an ancient Meso-American goddess who consumes, forgives, and transforms all offense into new life through her own birth sacrifice.
Aztec lore decrees that one may call on her only once, or risk terrible wrath and punishment, but for those who approach with pure intention and genuine spirit, she provides cleansing, holiness , and peace. Please join us for this deeply personal ritual honoring one of the most esoteric and revered goddesses of the new world.
Friday
Croning Ritual (Fourth annual at DragonFest): 1 PM
The Crones of DragonFest invite any woman who considers herself to be a Crone to participate in this ritual, whether or not you have had a Croning ritual at another time and place. We would like to honor you at this important time of your life.
If at all possible, please attend the Workshop for Crones if you plan to take part in this ritual. If you are unable to come to the Workshop but would still like to participate in the ritual, please talk with one of us at Crones' Attic, our booth on Merchants' Row.
Sacred Massage with Dancing Otter: Friday 1 PM
Safe, sacred, skyclad. Bring your favorite: oil ( What scent is in your bottle?) and round cover. This is two hours of comforting, relaxing Laying On Of Hands. Several small groups, each working on one person at a time. Each of us will receive about 10 minutes of blissful attention.
This ritual has a Skyclad option and not appropriate for teens & children
Multiple Drawing Down: 7 PM to 10 PM
Rated (PG) for possible strong emotional content.
Since the beginning of time, Priests and Priestess have offered themselves up to the Divine to become a vessel for Oracular workings. In order to bestow messages unto those brave enough to seek the Truth. In this long standing Dragonfest tradition, you will be enveloped by the Mystery of this experience, whom most walk away from deeply shifted and profoundly changed. Please bring your Mirth, Reverence and Respect to this ritual… but most of all.. An open mind, body and spirit.
Boys Coming of Age Ritual: Friday 6 PM
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
This meaningful and exciting ritual is open to all boys 12 and older. If you have a boy who is ready to participate you must pre-register. Please send email to: dfest-boyscoa-info@yahoogroups.com. Adults who want to help with the rite should also contact us at this email.
Saturday
Ritual of Friendship and Relationships – 5:00 PM
Main Ritual – 7:00 PM - Main Meadow
Giving Tree: Saturday immediately following the Heart of the Dragon parade and Merchants High Tea, Main Meadow
The Giving Tree is a ritual that signifies the love and sharing that is Dragonfest community. Bring a gift to hang from the tree, something that calls for a new home to bring love and peace, growth and magick. Please join us for this wonderful ritual
Sunday
Closing Ritual: Noon
The closing ritual is where we say thanks and goodbye to our friends and family. As always it is presented by our
Teens. Please join them in closing our wonderful Retreat.
