Buddha Day Festival
The Scent of the Unseen Flower
Sun 11 May | 10am - 9.30pm | In person, drop in anytime.
Led by Akashamitra and Aryavandana
The Enlightenment of the Buddha was an irreversible breakthrough into a new kind of consciousness for the world. All our practice flows from this stream of wisdom and compassion.
Everyone is invited as we celebrate this most important day in the Buddhist calendar with meditation, stories from the life of the Buddha, shared food, and a special ritual in the evening.
In person, drop in anytime – all are welcome.
Event Schedule
10am | Practice Morning with Meditation, Reflection and Ritual
Doors will re-open from 11.20–11.40am.
1pm | Shared Lunch
Please bring vegan food to share.
2.30pm | Sound Meditation
An afternoon practice period focused on meditation and deep listening.
4pm | Tea and Cake
4.30pm | ‘The Nature of Things’ - Dharma Talk by Dhammarati
5.45pm | Dinner in Mandala Café (by donation)
Cooked and served by a volunteer team.
7pm | Festival Day Puja with Mitra Ceremonies
When someone becomes a Mitra at the London Buddhist Centre, they are publicly declaring, in a ritual context, that they are a Buddhist. It's a very moving and significant event for both those becoming Mitras and also for those witnessing. Join in this uplifting ceremony led by LBC Chair Suryagupta.
Bring cards and gifts for new mitras if you wish.
End by 9.30pm
