national festivals and celebrations
We have two major events each year: our dharma festival, which is usually held in Wellington in January; and the dharma celebration, which is held later in the year. Each of these events are followed by a retreat. Details and links for 2020 will be posted here as they become available.
national dharma festival,2020
Empowerment and Teachings
with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab
10 - 13 January, Wellington
national dharma celebration, 2020
details TBA
international festivals
International Kadampa Festivals are special courses taught by the Spiritual Director and Deputy Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition.
The Festivals include teachings and empowerments from the principal Teacher, reviews and meditations led by senior NKT Teachers, chanted meditations and offering ceremonies, and retreats to consolidate and deepen your understanding and experience.
Open to everyone, these International Festivals are a wonderful opportunity to meet with Buddhist practitioners from all over the world and share experience and understanding with them.
Three annual festivals
There are three International Festivals each year:
- The Spring Festival – held at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in the UK
- The Summer Festival – held at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in the UK
- The Fall Festival – held at various locations outside the UK (In 2019, this festival is being held in Arizona)
To find out what it is like to attend an International Festival, visit the Festival Diaries section where you can view videos, photos, and reviews of previous International Festivals.