Wag festival When is it celebrated? Mid-August. Also known as: Feast of Wagy, Wag feast of Wesir Why do we celebrate? The Wag festival is a time to honour the akhu, the blessed dead, and the role they play in our lives and our community - it's also associated with Wesir. It's one of our oldest festivals. Traditions & activities Things to do Read the names of your ancestors aloud in your shrine, talk to them, write a few of them letters and read them to them. Visit some of their graves, put flowers there, tidy up and maintain their tombstones or the alike. If there's a memorial park or such where ashes are spread out, take a moment to light a candle and reflect on those whose names are not known to you. Don't mourn, but try to remember the good things about those who have passed before you. If possible, share a meal with your akhu by having a picnic nearby - or just offer them food and beverage in your shrine. Do some geneaology research, or go star-gazing, if possible. And don't forget to say a few kind words to Wesir! Decoration None needed, I suppose. Brown, green or white candles may be nice in your shrine, though. Symbols & associations I'm unaware of any herbs associated with ancestors, nor incense. Colours are mentioned above. Akhu stars are excellent symbols for this festival, along with items or images associated with Wesir Himself. Further reading None yet.