06/16/2026
Beautiful and can’t wait
The Strawberry Moon 🍓🌕
Date to Remember: June 29, 2026
Have you ever wondered where the "Strawberry Moon" gets its sweet name? Despite the warm, reddish glow it sometimes displays as it hangs low on the horizon, the title isn't actually about the moon's color. It is a reflection of seasonal timing!
The Indigenous Origins: The name historically comes from Native American tribes, particularly the Algonquin people. They relied on the cycles of the moon as a celestial calendar to track the seasons. This specific June full moon signaled that it was the perfect time of year to gather the short-lived, ripening wild strawberries.
European Traditions: Across the globe in Europe, this same lunar event was historically referred to as the Mead Moon or the Rose Moon, aligning with the late spring honey harvest and the blooming of summer roses.
Whether you're picking fresh summer fruit or just going for an evening walk, mark your calendars and step outside to enjoy the very first full moon of the season!
