irrecha

Name: irrecha
Start: 2025-01-01T00:00:00+03:00
Location: Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Schedule

Wed, 01 Jan, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC+03:00

Location

Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Addis Ababa, AA

Irrecha is an important cultural and religious festival celebrated by the Oromo people in Ethiopia. It typically takes place at the end of the rainy season and marks the beginning of the new year in the Oromo calendar. The celebration is characterized by traditional music, dancing, and rituals to honor the creator and show gratitude for the harvest.
During Irrecha, participants often gather at sacred places, such as lakes or rivers, where they pour water and offer flowers as part of the ceremony. The festival serves as a time for the community to come together, renew their bonds, and reflect on their identity and cultural heritage.
Happy Irreecha to all.