Nowruz, meaning new day is the Persian New Year celebration recognized over thirteen days ceremonially celebrating harmony within the rebirth of nature, in where everyone is greeted by saying Nowruz Pirooz “New day be prosperous”. The return of spring holds great symbolism and significance culturally for the festival of Nowruz, and as the story goes, the spirit of noon known as Rapithwina triumphs good over evil and joy over sorrow as she is considered to be driven underground by the Spirit of Winter during the colder months, rebirthing and reawakening in the springtime.

Bright Water’s Nowruz Celebration is supported by our Festivals Circle.