The Wheel of the Year is actually a cyclical schedule that commemorates 8 seasonal festivals
https://augustqheh705.bravesites.com/entries/general/Welcoming-the-Seasons-An-Adventure-Via-the-Wheel-of-the-Year-in-Heathen-Traditions
The Wheel of the Year is a cyclical calendar that commemorates 8 seasonal festivities, denoting the modifying of the times as well as mother nature's rhythms