FIND COVENS, GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONS
A Networking Resource for Finding Covens, Pagans,
Spiritual Groups or Like-Minded Individuals in Virginia
ARE YOU A SEEKER LOOKING FOR A COVEN, GROUP, MEET UP? WITCHES AND PAGANS DO NOT PROSELYTIZE SO IT'S UP TO THE SEEKER TO SEARCH, CONTACT AND FIND TEACHERS. THIS IS JUST A RESOURCE FOR YOU TO REACH OUT.
We are happy to present this page for covens, groups and organizations in the locations listed below. This information on these pages is presented as submitted, we do not know many of the groups that are represented here and only remove groups if serious verifiable allegations are brought to our attention. We encourage you to please use your discretion when meeting strangers, and due diligence in researching the tradition and reputation of the leaders. We suggest you read this BLOG post prior to meeting possible teachers, as well as the DISCLAIMER page.
Hail and welcome Witches, Pagans, Wiccans and Heathens to the Mandragora Magika home page for Virginia!
DELMARVA WITCHES+
STATE: Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Online
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Pagan/All Are Welcome!
CONTACT NAME: Emilia Aradia
EMAIL: goodwicce@gmail.com
WEBSITE: DELMARVA WITCHES+
Delmarva Witches+/Delmarva Witches Plus - an active online/Discord Community for Witches, Wiccans, Pagans, Heathens, and other Magick Users who live in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, or surrounding states (we like tourists)!
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ALEXANDRIA
MANNAHEIM KINDRED
CITY: Alexandria
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Heathen & Heathen Friendly
CONTACT NAME: Burt Johns
WEBSITE: FACEBOOK
Mannaheim Kindred flies the "Heathens Against Hate" Banner. We believe that anyone who feels called to worship the Norse Gods or walk the Norse Path has the right to do so.
We use Facebook as a "public facing" portal to our Kindred.
We are an Eclectic Group of Heathens and Pagans that ascribe to Tribal Values and have regular rituals that center on the Northern Mystery Tradition, the Elder Futhark Runes, the Heathen Liturgical Calendar, the Poetic and Prose Eddas, as well as the Northern (Germanic, Norwegian, and Scandinavian) Myths and Deities.
Our tribal Values are: 1. Autonomy; 2. Cooperativeness; 3. Courage; 4. Generosity; 5. Honor; 6. Hospitality; 7. Family; 8. Frankness; 9. Friendship; 10. Moderation; 11. Simplicity; and, 12. Steadfastness.
We are family (children) friendly. We have many ongoing secular activities including Drumming, Crafts (soap making, mead brewing, textiles, etc.), Environmental Stewardship, Camping and Intellectual Discussions.
Religious activities include Heathen Liturgical Blots (include a pot-luck feast one Saturday a month); "family dinner" (Heathen Night Out); and camping weekends (in warm weather). These events are rarely held the same weekend.
TEMENOS TRITON
CITY: Alexandria
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Minoan Brotherhood
CONTACT NAME: Leonidas
EMAIL: minoanbrothers@gmail.com
WEBSITE: https://minoanbrothers.wordpress.com
UPDATED: 9/5/2023
We are an all male coven located in Old Town Alexandria, VA. Our tradition is initiatory, oathbound, skyclad, homoerotic, and for male witches only. We are open to local seekers in the DC area over the age of 21 with time to commit to regular meetings. We are also open to other seekers who are willing and able to travel on a case-by-case basis. Our outer court is usually held only once per year in person and has limited space. Please read about our grove (what we call a coven), the Minoan Brotherhood, and the Kommos Line on our website before contacting us. We are open to ALL men and are left-leaning and anti-racist. Thank you.
DYKE
COVEN OF THE APPALACIAN MOUNTAINS
CITY: Dyke
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Traditional
CONTACT NAME: Brandy
EMAIL: bmorris@covenam.org
WEBSITE: https://covenam.org/
UPDATED: 3/31/2022
The Appalachian Mountains has helped shape much of the region’s culture, beliefs, and the legacy of granny witches as faith healers. We are the descendants of those granny witches... We are a Wiccan based Coven in Virginia that also embraces our members Pagan and Heka heritage. Our Coven is recognized in the state of Virginia as a religious organization, and we are also recognized as a Religious organization at the federal level.
VIRGINIA BLACK HAT SOCIETY
CITY: Dyke
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: All Paths are welcome!
CONTACT NAME: High Priestess Brandy
EMAIL: VirginiaBlackHatSociety@gmail.com
WEBSITE: https://www.nationalbhs.org/virginia-bhs
UPDATED: 2/20/2023
We are here to support and celebrate Virginia’s diverse community. No matter if your beliefs are Atheist, Polytheist, somewhere in between or have none at all. We are here to preserve and maintain the dignity and honor of being a Pagan, Witch, Healer, Heathen, Earth Child, all around accountable human beings and good stewards of Earth. We believe that in a world where the technology that drives our society and the currency that circulates it can fail at any given moment, the Practices and teachings of our Ancestors are more important than ever and must be preserved. We value the beliefs, sacred or profane, of all Practitioners. Although we focus on the root Paths of Virginia Practice, all Paths are honored and respected amongst everyone in our Society as we expect the same in return. We provide a safe and welcoming community to celebrate and commune together free of judgment and political banter. We support our community in many ways, from supporting events to donating to our fund-raising partners and working with our vetted businesses. Virginia Black Hat Society™, or VirginiaBHS™, or VaBHS™, respects the ways of our Ancestors and will continue teaching the traditions now and for generations to come. Mission Statement - Virginia Black Hat Society © 2022 All Rights Reserved
LYNCHBURG
BLACK MOON COVEN
CITY: Lynchburg
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian Wicca
CONTACT NAME: Ryvyn
EMAIL: BlackMoonCovenVA@gmail.com
UPDATED: 10/30/2023
The Black Moon is a traditional Gardnerian Wiccan Grove off of Blackwater Coven, currently open to seekers 21 years and older who seriously wish to pursue initiation into this specific tradition of British Traditional Wicca. Initiates of the tradition are also welcome to inquire. Traditional training with the outer court, leading up to initiation, typically lasts a minimum of a year and a day, though initiation is never guaranteed. Contact us with information regarding your spiritual background, practices, why you are specifically interested in Gardnerian Wicca, what books you’ve read, and why you seek traditional training.
THE BLACKWATER COVEN
CITY: Lynchburg
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian Wicca
CONTACT NAME: Selena
EMAIL: blackwatercovenva@gmail.com
The Blackwater Coven is a traditional Gardnerian Wiccan coven open to Seekers 21 years and older who wish to pursue initiation into this specific tradition of British Traditional Wicca. Initiates of the tradition are also welcome to inquire. Traditional training leading up to initiation typically lasts a year and a day, though initiation is never guaranteed. Training includes exploring traditional Wiccan practices, spellwork, meditation, energy work, psychic development, celebration of the sabbats and esbats, and more. Contact us with information regarding your spiritual background, why you are interested in Gardnerian Wicca, and why you seek traditional training. I am happy to answer questions as well.
LYNCH STATION
THE BISHOP CREEK COVEN
CITY: Lynch Station
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian Wicca
CONTACT NAME: Angela
EMAIL: the_smiling_horse@hotmail.com
The Bishop Creek Coven is a traditional Gardnerian coven. We’re a group of serious-minded witches who dare to drink deeply of the arcane and revel in our acts or worship. We meet regularly on the moons and Sabbats, and for special occasions.
We’re open for new members. If interested inquire by email.
POWHATAN
OLD TAVERN COVEN
CITY: Powhatan
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian Wicca
CONTACT NAME: Lady Christine
EMAIL: oldtaverncoven@gmail.com
UPDATED: 12/7/2021
This is a Gardnerian Coven located in Powhatan, Virginia. We are open to seekers who are serious and motivated about this specific vein of initiatory British Traditional Witchcraft. Practitioners of all backgrounds are welcome to reach out, yet we ask that inquiries be made only by those that are 21 years or older. Initiation is never guaranteed.
STAUNTON
MONTHLY FULL MOON TEACHING CIRCLE
CITY: Staunton
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Pagan/Animist, Wiccan Coven trained
CONTACT NAME: Lisa
EMAIL: goddesshps@gmail.com
WEBSITE: https://www.therenegademystic.com/
UPDATED: 10/20/2023
I have lived and walked this path for DECADES, as a High Priestess-Wise Woman it is my responsibility to teach and pass along my wisdom to others who seek knowledge.
Please join me around the Full Moon each month to learn, grow, and experience connection to like minded people and all of life. Each month will feature different themes and teachings. Themes will include but aren’t limited to: The Elements, The Wheel of the Year, The cycles of the Sun, Moon, and Earth, The Goddess, Energy and energetic clearing, Ritual and Sacred Ceremony, Healing, Shadow Work, Using magical tools such as tarot, astrology, wands, herbs and more, Understanding your Sixth Senses and developing them to tap your inner Wisdom Meditation and Shamanic Journeying.
Depending on the weather, we will gather around a fire, or circle indoors in a cozy, private setting.
I ask for a donation and registration to cover costs, my time, and to ensure the right people are committed to attending. We will gather for 2 hours each month and support each other on our unique journeys. This will prove to be an incredibly inspiring series full of rich conversation and experiences.
THE QUEEN CITY PAGAN SOCIETY
CITY: Staunton
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: All Paths/Paganism
CONTACT NAME: Talibah Wolf
EMAIL: talibahwolf@duck.com
WEBSITE: FACEBOOK
UPDATED: 1/27/2022
“The Queen City Pagan Society" is a community of Wiccan, Witches, and Pagans located in Staunton, Augusta, and surrounding areas. We welcome fellow Pagans of all paths, traditions, and beliefs.
We have casual gatherings and meetups for lunches, dinners, or just for coffee and/or drinks, in the local community. We also have study groups, monthly book clubs, online/offline events, celebrations, and so much more! We are a place to learn and share from one another as a community.
VIRGINIA BEACH
CELESTIAL SANCTUARY COVEN, INC
CITY: Virginia Beach
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic with focus on Irish and Norwegian-American Paganism
CONTACT NAME: Cillian Beamish, High Priest
EMAIL: celestialsanctuarycoven@gmail.com
WEBSITE: www.celestialsanctuarycoven.org
UPDATED: 10/18/2021
Dia daoibh! We are an eclectic Pagan coven based in Virginia Beach, VA with a focus on Irish and Norwegian-American Paganism. We are aspiring to become an officially recognized church and currently raising funds to make our dream to serve on a higher level a reality.
WINCHESTER
CIRCLE OF THE MOON WINCHESTER
CITY: Winchester
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Coven
CONTACT NAME: Caria
EMAIL: circleofthemoon.winchester@gmail.com
UPDATED: 2/8/2023
Circle of the Moon coven is expanding to the Winchester area! Circle of the Moon was founded in Phoenix, AZ in 2002, and expanded to the DC/MD/VA area in 2014. Growth is a positive manifestation, and we are expanding once more. In the summer of 2023 we will be welcoming anyone in the Winchester area interested in learning and celebrating the old ways. Not sure how formally we will begin, but mostly looking for anyone with an interest in Witchcraft. We are an eclectic coven rooted in British Traditional Witchcraft and Temple of Witchcraft practices. We celebrate monthly Esbats and the eight Sabbats. We have a three degree teaching program, mentorship, and everyone holds coven role. All responsibilities are shared among all participants, and have equal rights. (Requirements: Vaccinated, 22 yrs of age+, reliable transportation, and access to; Google Classroom, Microsoft Word/Mac Pages, Signal, and Rallyhood app) Send an interest email and say hello. Blessings!
WISE
SWVA PAGANS
CITY: Wise
TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Pagan
CONTACT NAME: Traci Fisanick
EMAIL: fisanickt@gmail.com
WEBSITE: FACEBOOK
For the magical folks and followers of the old ways. Events are centered mostly in Wise County for now. We have monthly social/educational meetings and a Facebook group for the area as a whole. We do activities online as well. We all have different backgrounds and paths, so all are welcome.