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Overview

An intimate Winter Solstice Cacao Ceremony with guided meditation, reflection and a candle-lighting ritual to welcome the returning light.

Join Melissa for an intimate Winter Solstice Cacao Ceremony in Hamilton, Ontario.

On the longest night of the year, we'll gather to slow down, share ceremonial cacao, settle into a guided meditation and honour the turning of the season through a simple Winter Solstice ritual.

This gentle 90-minute experience offers space to pause, reflect on what you're ready to release, and consider what you'd like to nurture as the light gradually returns.

Come as you are. No previous experience with cacao ceremonies or meditation is needed.

Monday, December 21, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 PM
Hamilton, Ontario

A small gathering with a maximum of eight participants. Contact me at rising.phoenix2022@outlook.com with questions.

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ages 18+
  • In person
  • Free parking
  • Doors at 6:45 PM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

1254 Dunsmure Rd

1254 Dunsmure Road

Hamilton, ON L8H 1L8

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Winter Solstice Cacao Ceremony

Melissa Gibson

The Winter Solstice invites us to pause, turn inward and make space for what matters. Join us for a gentle, intimate gathering where we'll share ceremonial cacao, settle into a guided meditation and take part in a simple candle-lighting ritual inspired by the returning light. Together, we'll reflect on what we're ready to release, what we'd like to welcome into our lives, and what we want to nurture as we move into a new season. This is an opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life and give yourself a little room to breathe, reconnect and simply be. No previous experience with cacao ceremonies or meditation is needed. Come as you are, with no expectations and no pressure to share.

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