Ludi Castores
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The Ludi Castores is a celebration held annually within the Imperivm Romanvm where various games are played and celebrations are had in honour of the Castors (Castor and Pollux). Historically, this event was held in Ostia and likely included chariot races, gladiatorial battles and other sports in the circus. The Ludi Castores was a Ludi Circensis.
| Ludi Castores | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Ludi Castores |
| Observed by | Pagans, practioners of the Cultus Deorum Romanorum, historically only observed in Ostia |
| Celebrations | Feasts, games, gladiatorial battles, chariot races |
| Observances | Ludi |
| Date | a.d. VI Kal. Februarias |
| Frequency | Annual |