13 Full Moon Ritual Ideas to Try This Year

Full moons are a powerful time for reflection, release, and manifestation. Each full moon of the year brings its own unique energy, influenced by the zodiac sign it’s in and the season. By aligning your rituals with the moon’s energy, you can create a deeply intentional and magical practice. Let’s explore the 13 full moons of the year, along with corresponding rituals to try for each one.

Check out the full moons of 2025 for dates of each moon of the year

January: Wolf Moon (Full Moon in Cancer or Leo)

About the Wolf Moon

The Wolf Moon is named for the howling wolves of winter, symbolizing intuition, protection, and connection. This full moon often falls in Cancer, highlighting emotions, home, and self-care.

Intentions: Nurturing yourself and your loved ones, emotional healing, setting boundaries.

Correspondences: Silver, white, moonstone, cedar, rosemary, and water.

Ritual: Emotional Cleansing Bath

Prepare a warm bath with sea salt, a few drops of lavender or rosemary essential oil, and moonstone or clear quartz.
Light candles and focus on the water’s soothing energy as you release emotions or worries from the past month.
Visualize the full moon’s light filling you with comfort and clarity.

February: Snow Moon (Full Moon in Leo or Virgo)

About the Snow Moon

The Snow Moon is a time of quiet reflection during winter’s stillness. Falling in Leo or Virgo, this moon encourages creativity and self-improvement.

Intentions: Self-expression, organization, planning for growth.

Correspondences: White, red, amethyst, cinnamon, clove, and fire.

Ritual: Vision Board Creation

Gather magazines, craft supplies, and a large piece of paper or corkboard.
Under the light of the full moon, create a vision board of your dreams and goals for the year.
Charge it under the moonlight overnight to infuse it with lunar energy.

March: Worm Moon (Full Moon in Virgo or Libra)

About the Worm Moon

As the earth begins to thaw, the Worm Moon signifies renewal and preparation for growth. In Virgo or Libra, it focuses on balance and organization.

Intentions: Clearing clutter, setting intentions for spring, harmony.

Correspondences: Green, brown, jasper, basil, sage, and earth.

Ritual: Decluttering and Space Clearing

Choose an area in your home to declutter and organize.
Burn sage or palo santo to cleanse the space of stagnant energy.
Write down what you’re releasing and burn the paper under the full moon.

April: Pink Moon (Full Moon in Libra or Scorpio)

About the Pink Moon

Named after blooming wildflowers, the Pink Moon is a time of beauty and transformation. In Libra or Scorpio, it focuses on relationships and rebirth.

Intentions: Cultivating love, deepening relationships, embracing transformation.

Correspondences: Pink, rose quartz, roses, jasmine, and air.

Ritual: Relationship Blessing

Write down the qualities you wish to cultivate in your relationships.
Create a small altar with rose quartz, pink candles, and flowers.
Meditate under the full moon’s light, visualizing harmonious relationships.

May: Flower Moon (Full Moon in Scorpio or Sagittarius)

About the Flower Moon

The Flower Moon celebrates abundance and the blossoming of life. Scorpio or Sagittarius energy encourages deep growth and expansion.

Intentions: Growth, abundance, gratitude.

Correspondences: Green, purple, emerald, lilac, mint, and fire.

Ritual: Planting Intentions

Choose a plant or flowers to pot under the moonlight.
As you plant, speak your intentions for growth and abundance.
Keep the plant as a symbol of your blooming goals.

June: Strawberry Moon (Full Moon in Sagittarius or Capricorn)

About the Strawberry Moon

This moon is named for the ripening strawberries of early summer. Its Sagittarius or Capricorn energy highlights joy and ambition.

Intentions: Joy, success, celebrating accomplishments.

Correspondences: Red, pink, garnet, strawberries, mint, and fire.

Ritual: Gratitude Ceremony

Write down 10 things you’re grateful for.
Create a small offering with fresh strawberries or herbs.
Leave the offering outside to honor the earth and the moon.

July: Buck Moon (Full Moon in Capricorn or Aquarius)

About the Buck Moon

Named for the antlers of young bucks, the Buck Moon symbolizes growth and strength. Capricorn or Aquarius energy brings discipline and innovation.

Intentions: Strengthening foundations, embracing growth, innovation.

Correspondences: Brown, silver, obsidian, oak, thyme, and earth.

Ritual: Grounding Meditation

Sit outside under the moon with your feet on the ground.
Visualize roots growing from your feet into the earth.
Imagine the moonlight strengthening your goals and resolve.

August: Sturgeon Moon (Full Moon in Aquarius or Pisces)

About the Sturgeon Moon

This moon is named for the sturgeon fish, symbolizing resilience and abundance. Aquarius or Pisces energy encourages creativity and intuition.

Intentions: Intuition, resilience, spiritual connection.

Correspondences: Blue, purple, aquamarine, lavender, and water.

Ritual: Intuitive Journaling

Sit under the moonlight with a journal and pen.
Write down whatever comes to mind, allowing your intuition to flow.
Reflect on your writing to uncover hidden insights.

September: Harvest Moon (Full Moon in Pisces or Aries)

About the Harvest Moon

The Harvest Moon is the closest full moon to the autumn equinox, symbolizing abundance and preparation. Pisces or Aries energy emphasizes reflection and action.

Intentions: Harvesting rewards, reflecting on progress, preparing for change.

Correspondences: Orange, gold, citrine, corn, apples, and earth.

Ritual: Harvest Gratitude Ritual

Decorate a table with seasonal fruits, vegetables, and candles.
Reflect on what you’ve accomplished this year.
Share a meal or create an offering to honor your abundance.

October: Hunter’s Moon (Full Moon in Aries or Taurus)

About the Hunter’s Moon

This moon signifies preparation for the winter ahead. Aries or Taurus energy brings focus and stability.

Intentions: Preparation, grounding, planning for the future.

Correspondences: Red, brown, carnelian, pine, cedar, and fire.

Ritual: Goal Mapping

Write down your goals for the rest of the year.
Break them into actionable steps.
Meditate on the steps under the full moon’s light.

November: Beaver Moon (Full Moon in Taurus or Gemini)

About the Beaver Moon

Named for the time beavers prepare for winter, this moon highlights hard work and resourcefulness. Taurus or Gemini energy encourages persistence and curiosity.

Intentions: Building security, staying adaptable, cultivating curiosity.

Correspondences: Brown, blue, onyx, cinnamon, sage, and earth.

Ritual: Building a Protection Charm

Gather items like a small pouch, herbs (sage, rosemary), and crystals (onyx, quartz).
Assemble the charm while focusing on protection and security.
Carry it with you for support through the winter.

December: Cold Moon (Full Moon in Gemini or Cancer)

About the Cold Moon

The Cold Moon marks the start of winter, symbolizing reflection and rest. Gemini or Cancer energy invites curiosity and introspection.

Intentions: Rest, introspection, planning for the future.

Correspondences: White, blue, moonstone, cedar, and water.

Ritual: Year-End Reflection

Journal about the past year—your wins, lessons, and challenges.
Create a list of what you’d like to leave behind.
Burn the list under the moon to release old energy.

Blue Moon (Extra Full Moon)

About the Blue Moon

A rare event, the Blue Moon invites unique opportunities and amplified energy.

Intentions: Manifesting rare opportunities, celebrating uniqueness.

Correspondences: Blue, silver, sapphire, lavender, and air.

Ritual: Manifestation Circle

Gather friends or family to create a manifestation circle.
Share intentions aloud and support one another’s dreams.
End with a celebration under the moonlight.

By aligning your rituals with the unique energy of each full moon, you can create a deeper connection with the rhythms of nature and the cycles of the moon. Each full moon offers a new opportunity to reflect, set intentions, and honor the present moment in your spiritual practice. Whether you focus on gratitude, release, manifestation, or connection, these rituals can help you stay grounded and aligned with your goals throughout the year.

As you experiment with these rituals, feel free to adapt them to your own preferences and spiritual path—there’s no right or wrong way to connect with the moon. Let these practices be a source of joy, reflection, and magic in your life.

Which full moon are you most excited to celebrate this year? Share your thoughts, experiences, or favorite rituals in the comments—we’d love to hear how you honor the full moon!

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