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  1. Walpurgis Night - Wikipedia

    Walpurgis Night falls on the eve of the feast day of St. Walpurga, an English missionary who was celebrated in the Middle Ages as a protectress against magic. It was a night when witches …

  2. Walpurgis Night | Pagan Rituals, Witchcraft & Bonfires - Britannica

    Walpurgis Night, a traditional holiday celebrated on April 30 in northern Europe and Scandinavia. In Sweden typical holiday activities include the singing of traditional spring folk songs and the …

  3. What is Walpurgisnacht? The Story Behind the Creepy Pagan …

    Apr 29, 2024 · Given her popularity as a saint, medicine woman, and church leader, Walpurgis Night quickly became one of the most popular celebrations in Europe. The overlap of this date …

  4. Walpurgis Night - World History Encyclopedia

    May 1, 2020 · Walpurgis Night (30 April, annually) is a modern-day European and Scandinavian festival derived from the merging of the ancient pagan celebration of Beltane with the …

  5. Understanding Walpurgisnacht: Germany’s Enigmatic Spring Festival

    Apr 1, 2025 · Walpurgis Night is a lively spring festival celebrated in Germany, known for its mix of celebrations and old superstitions. This unique blend of traditions has created a rich cultural …

  6. Walpurgis Night, the Witches’ Sabbath and the First of May

    Apr 17, 2025 · Walpurgisnacht, also known as Walpurgis Night, Saint Walpurgis Night and Saint Walpurga’s Eve, is a celebration that takes place every year on the night of April 30 and into …

  7. Walpurgis Night - The Practitioner's Handbook

    Apr 15, 2025 · Walpurgis Night is primarily celebrated in German-speaking countries such as Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as well as in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden, Finland, …

  8. Walpurgis Night (Valborg) and May Day - Visit Sweden

    Apr 3, 2025 · Walpurgis, or Valborg (short for Valborgsmässoafton), also lovingly referred to as 'the last of April', is one of Sweden’s most cherished spring traditions. Originally, it was a way …

  9. Walpurgis Night : Night of Bonfires - Mythlok

    In the Nordic world especially, Walpurgis Night represents the joyful shift from the darkness of winter to the light and fertility of spring. This transition is marked by fire, song, and …

  10. WALPURGIS NIGHT - April 30, 2026 - National Today

    The Mass of St. Walpurga or Walpurgis Night is observed on April 30 in parts of Northern and Eastern Europe, from Sweden to the Czech Republic. It is known as ‘Walpurgisnacht’ in …