Scenes from WitchsFest 2026 on Astor Place

Photos by Stacie Joy 

WitchsFest USA returned to Astor Place today, marking its 15th anniversary with a day of rituals, workshops, vendors, music and community. 

Hosted by the NYC Wiccan Family Temple, the free festival celebrates contemporary Paganism and brings together practitioners and the curious alike. 

Here are a few scenes from the day...

WitchsFest returns to Astor Place TODAY

Photo from last year by Stacie Joy 

WitchsFest USA marks its 15th anniversary on Saturday with a daylong celebration of contemporary Paganism at Astor Place. 

The free event, hosted by the NYC Wiccan Family Temple, runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features 60 vendors, a dozen workshops, live performances, rituals, authors, artists and community organizations. Details here. 

Founded in 2011, WitchsFest brings together practitioners and organizations representing a wide range of Pagan and magickal traditions, including Wicca, Druidry, Hoodoo, ceremonial magic and folk practices.

A Spellbinding scene on Astor Place: At the 13th annual WitchsFest USA

Photos by Stacie Joy 

On Saturday, the 13th annual WitchsFest USA — A Pagan Street Faire — transformed Astor Place into a celebration of magic, community, and ancient traditions. 

Hosted by the NYC Wiccan Family Temple, the street faire drew together pagans, witches, druids, and seekers of all paths, inviting attendees to explore folklore. 

From ritual gatherings to eclectic vendor stalls, WitchsFest continues to cast its enchanting spell on NYC, reminding us of the joy in celebrating diverse spiritual traditions.

High spirits: At WitchsFest USA on Astor Place

Photos by Stacie Joy 

The annual The WitchsFest USA — A Pagan Street Faire took place yesterday on Astor Place between Broadway and Lafayette. 

As always, there were workshops, performers, and vendors, as well as a grand finale, the Summer Blessing Ritual. Here's a look.

Raise your spirits: At WitchsFest 2022 on Astor Place

Images by Stacie Joy 

The annual WitchsFest 2022 took place yesterday IRL on Astor Place between Lafayette and Broadway (there were virtual events Friday and today).

The festival featured DJs, performances, Magickal Market Place vendors and workshops. (There was also "a Summer Blessing Ritual for all of New York City and extending out to the World.") 

EVG contributor Stacie Joy stopped by to check in with WitchsFesters — vendors and attendees alike ...