In Catholic tradition, Marian consecration dates are often chosen to align with key feast days of the Virgin Mary. These dates hold special significance and provide a meaningful way to honor Mary through consecration. Here are some of the primary Marian consecration dates, along with their corresponding feast days:

Major Marian Consecration Dates

1. January 1 - Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God: Celebrates Mary’s role as the Mother of Jesus and the Theotokos (God-bearer).
2. February 11 - Our Lady of Lourdes: Commemorates Mary’s appearance to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France, in 1858, emphasizing healing and conversion.
3. March 25 - Annunciation: Marks the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary that she would conceive Jesus by the Holy Spirit, celebrating Mary’s "yes" to God’s will.
4. May 13 - Our Lady of Fatima: Commemorates Mary’s apparitions to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917, calling for repentance and prayer.
5. May 31 - Visitation: Celebrates Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth, when Mary’s faith is affirmed, and she proclaims the "Magnificat."
6. August 15 - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Honors Mary’s assumption, body and soul, into Heaven, celebrated as her heavenly triumph.
7. September 8 - Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Celebrates Mary’s birth and her unique role in salvation history.
8. October 7 - Our Lady of the Rosary: Honors Mary as the patroness of the Rosary, encouraging prayer and devotion.
9. December 8 - Immaculate Conception: Celebrates Mary’s conception without original sin, a feast acknowledging her purity and holiness.
10. December 12 - Our Lady of Guadalupe: Honors Mary’s appearance to St. Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531, symbolizing her closeness to and protection of all people.

Preparing for Marian Consecration

Typically, those preparing for Marian consecration follow a 33-day period of prayer, reflection, and spiritual preparation leading up to the chosen feast day. For instance, if you want to consecrate on the Feast of the Assumption (August 15), you would begin preparation on July 13. Popular resources like 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley or True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort guide the faithful through this preparation process.

These Marian consecration dates provide special opportunities for Catholics to deepen their relationship with Mary, inviting her intercession, protection, and guidance in their lives!