March 20 marks a pivotal shift in the Northern Hemisphere on Earth: Spring equinox 2025 brings forth a fresh season, the sun’s ingress into the zodiac sign Aries, the Pagan holiday Ostara, and the astrological new year. Thank goodness for the renewal — we could all use fresh energy!
Here's everything you need to know about spring equinox 2025, from what it means to how to celebrate by zodiac sign.
When does spring start?
Spring 2025 starts on March 20 at 5:01 a.m. with the spring equinox. We've already changed the clocks, “springing ahead” an hour, and now the equinox ushers in the official change of seasons.
What is the spring equinox?
The spring equinox brings equal hours to the day and night, an occurrence that happens when the sun lines up to the earth’s equator. While darkness holds winter, the spring equinox marks the start of daylight hours outnumbering night. It's the first hint of the long, languid summer days to come, when plants start poking through the ground and our moods start to perk up thanks to that extra dose of Vitamin D.
Astrologically, this is a moment of reflection and planning, as well as a time to set intentions for spring through rituals. It's a time to begin again, offering the opportunity to wipe away any dreariness from the cold months.
Ostara is a pagan holiday celebrated around the spring equinox that honors the earth and Mother Nature. It celebrates growth, balance, and rejuvenation. We take pleasure in creation and nourishment provided by earth’s beauty. Soaking up the vitality and environment can bring us peace, mindfulness, and positivity.
How to celebrate spring equinox 2025 by zodiac sign
Meditate under the sun
Rejoice in the sun by reflecting on the past and tuning into where you want to go this season. Even if you choose to meditate for a few minutes or an hour, the point is that you're connecting to your innermost sentiments and allowing yourself to decompress by being in the moment. Most importantly, if you do this exercise outside under the glare and illumination of the sun, you'll be able to feel its power radiate and transcend through you. As a fire sign, this is a must because it will give you the strength and tenacity needed to power through the season. Sun salutations are vital, but only if you're ready for yoga. Listen to what your body wants and desires. PSA: Please don't be too forceful since this is a delicate moment in the universe and can affect our energy intensely.
Plant your dreams
Plant seeds for the future — literally! Regardless of whether or not you have a garden, you can still partake in this ritual by heading to a communal garden in your city and in your backyard (if you have one). Start with vegetables and flowers that speak to your heart. Perhaps roses will suffice your earthly desires because they represent love.
Set intentions as you begin planting the seeds so your goals will grow in the year ahead. As the months go by, talking and communicating with them is essential. You can even play music to help them develop your hopes and aspirations. All of these beings communicate with each other, so we should show the plants, vegetables, and fruits some TLC. By doing so, they'll flourish and come into bloom with our personal manifestation.
Gather your friends and family for a meal
The spring equinox is an excellent time to bring friends and families together. Keep an open invitation for everyone to attend a seasonal meal with vegetables and fruits like avocado, carrots, raspberries, apricots, as well as fresh baked bread and homemade tarts for dessert. The most important part isn't the food, but the conversation you'll be having with those you care about. Being an air sign means that you love to communicate, and there's no better way to do so than when you're in the presence of loved ones. Consider this as your time to shine and to enchant everyone with your aspirational dreams that you wish to take on in the months ahead. Everyone should state their visions at the beginning of the meal and cheer each other on.
Cleanse the body, mind, spirit, and home.
Take a shower or bath, and as the water connects to your body, imagine it's you releasing all the negativity that's been in your aura for the past season. As you breathe in and out, imagine it is all running off your body and down the drain. As you start to see the energy remove itself, think of an affirmation that you wish to enrich your life this spring. It’ll help you grow and evolve. Later in the day, you can start spring cleaning by releasing objects that don't serve you by donating them to charity or giving them away. Once you clear your dwelling, you'll feel the weight of these things you're getting rid of fall off your shoulders. Bring in fresh flowers to purify the home and reset the flow. This will allow you to be more optimistic in your personal space and set a better tone in the abode.
