The Wheel of the Year is a fascinating representation of the annual cycle of seasonal festivals observed by many modern Pagans, Wiccans, and people interested in nature-based spirituality. With roots in ancient Celtic, Germanic, and Neopagan traditions, the Wheel of the Year consists of eight festivals, known as Sabbats. The eight festivals are divided into four major Sabbats and four minor Sabbats. The four major Sabbats are Samhain, Imbolc, Beltane, and Lughnasadh, which have Celtic origins. Each of the eight festivals occurs approximately six to seven weeks apart.