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Succot reminds us of our dependence and G-d's constant support. It is a mitzvah to eat (and if possible sleep) in a Sukkah throughout the festive week. Every day one should wave the Arba Minim or Four Species (Lulav, Etrog, Hadas & Aravot) in all directions, symbolising G-d's omnipresence. The Arba Minim are taken in a daily procession around the Bimah.
At the end of Succot comes Hoshana Rabba, in which we sing many hymns of praise (Hoshanot), making seven Hakafot (circuits of the Bimah) and then beat the willows.
Shemini Atzeret marks G-d's desire not to call an abrupt end to the festive season.