3. Beltane originated in Celtic Britain Beltane was celebrated across the Gaelic Celtic regions of the British Isles, including Scotland, Ireland, Wales, the Isle of Man, Devon, and Cornwall.

That is why this important celebration falls on May 1. While the Celtic title, Beltane, and May Day can be used interchangeably, May Day tends to roll off the tongue a bit easier.

Beltane is an ancient Celtic festival that celebrates the beginning of summer and open pasturing. It falls on the first day of May, midway between the spring equinox and the summer solstice.

May Day, also known as Beltane, is a Gaelic and Celtic festival that honors the beginning of summer, as the spring season is halfway over. The Pagan festival celebrates fertility and growth, and ...

The committee decided to branch out a little and focus on Celtic traditions, from there the Shadow Bay Celtic Festival was born. Celebrate Beltane with them this year!