Kadampa Buddhist Festivals are open to Everyone!
Kadampa Buddhist Festivals are a wonderful opportunity to meet Buddhist practitioners from all over the world, share experiences, and deepen your understanding of modern Buddhism. Led by the Spiritual Director and Deputy Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition, festivals include special blessing ceremonies called Empowerments along with teachings and commentary to Buddhist practices. They also include guided meditations and chanted prayers. Festivals are a great way to immerse yourself in teachings and meditations over an extended period of time. A time when we can take a break from our ordinary lives to progress in our spiritual path with like-minded people.
These special events are open to everyone!
NATIONAL FESTIVALS
The US National Festival will be held at the International Kadampa Retreat Center Grand Canyon near Williams, AZ from September 20-25. The festival will feature the Empowerment of Buddha Vajrapani and Teachings on the Five Forces. See the US Festival website for the most up-to-date information.
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS
Three International Festivals are held each year. Details, including venue, event program, and cost, can be found at kadampafestivals.org.
Profits from these festivals support the International Temples Project.