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Rhythm of the Earth Mindful Music Festival

Join us for Rhythm of the Earth, our 3rd annual mindful music festival fundraiser for the Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing.

May 9 / 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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Rhythm of the Earth Mindful Music Festival

Join us for Rhythm of the Earth, our 3rd annual mindful music festival fundraiser for the Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing.

May 9 / 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Rhythm of the Earth Mindful Music Festival

You are warmly invited to Rhythm of the Earth, the Third Annual Mindful Music Festival at Deer Park Monastery—a joyful day where music, mindfulness, and nature come together in harmony. Founded by Thich Nhat Hanh, Deer Park will host this special gathering on May 9 from 1:00–9:30 PM across its beautiful 400-acre landscape in Escondido.

This in-person festival is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with the rhythms of the Earth, with one another, and with the simple joy of being alive. Expect soulful music, calming rhythms, mindful activities, and a welcoming community rooted in peace and positive energy. Bring your friends, your smile, and your open heart for a day of good tunes, mindful presence, and celebration in nature—all in support of the Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing, a new K-5 school dedicated to integrating mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and academic excellence for the next generation.

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Born I, Washington, DC-based rapper, meditation teacher.

Lineup

Born I
Alyson Greenfield
Free Cloud Collective, an all-star ensemble featuring Alex Cline, Joshua White, Dwight Trible, Chris DiMeglio, and Peter Kuhn
Joe Reilly and the Community Gardeners
Nhu-Mai Nguyen
Makeda Makossa & the World Beat Drum and Dance
Tribal Land Acknowledgement and Drum Circle
Chamsori Drummers
Deer Park Choir and Monastic band

Most of our lineup includes Plum Village mindfulness practitioners, including four Lay Dharma Teachers, infusing the entire festival with the energy of mindfulness and compassion for all beings.

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Joe Reilly and Brother Phap Luu, Rhythm of the Earth 2024

Mindful Conduct at the Festival

Practicing the Mindfulness Trainings

Please keep in mind that the monastery is a spiritual space intended for relaxation, reflection, healing, and transformation. Observe the Five Mindfulness Trainings to ensure a respectful and harmonious atmosphere for all.

Intoxicants and Drugs on Campus Are Strictly Prohibited

This includes illegal drugs, marijuana, alcohol, tobacco, cigarettes, vapes, as well as illicit use of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Possession of these substances will result in immediate removal from the monastery.

Appropriate Physical Conduct

Respect personal boundaries and avoid behaviors that may make others feel uncomfortable or unsafe, including romantic advances, sexual gestures or comments, inappropriate physical contact (including touching, punching, or hugging), asking another visitor to go to an isolated place away from the Sangha, or disregarding dress code guidelines.

Dress Code

Dress modestly and comfortably in loose-fitting clothes that cover shoulders, midsection, and knees. Avoid wearing shorts, tank tops, and fragrances.

Pets Policy

For the protection and safety of all, guests cannot bring pets to our practice center.

“The bands were fun and talented; there were monastic jams, whimsical children’s songs, wholesome rap, and drumming. I danced and sang along with the crowd. But I carried away so much more than a good time, something deeper and unexpected. I carried away a hope for the future of the earth, for our children and grandchildren.”
– Sue M, Festival Attendee & Volunteer

Chris DeMeglio and Pete Kuhn of Free Cloud Collective, Rhythm of the Earth 2024

Festival FAQs

The inaugural Rhythm of The Earth Mindful Music Festival took place on April 15, 2023 to raise funds for the new monks’ residence. The festival attracted over 700 guests and featured performances from Joe Reilly and the Community Gardeners, the Free Cloud Collective (including twins Nels Cline and Alex Cline) as well as Makeda and the World Beat Cultural Center Drum and Dance. The fundraiser was successful and contributed to the new monks’ residence building which was completed almost two years later.

You can watch the replay of the 2023 festival on YouTube here.

On May 25, 2024, Deer Park Monastery hosted its second annual Rhythm of the Earth Festival to raise funds to support the production of a film honoring Sister Chan Khong, the first fully ordained nun in the Plum Village tradition.

Over 340 people gathered for an afternoon and evening of music provided by our wonderful line-up of musicians and artists. With a similar lineup as the year prior, with a special addition of Born I as well as special songs and blessings from the Kumeyaay people.

Our hearts were full of joy as participants of all ages practiced walking meditation from venue to venue, sang along with the musicians, ate delicious banh mi sandwiches provided by the Vietnamese community and enjoyed the beautiful day.

Friends were able to join the festival online or in person here in the Hidden Mountain. You can watch the replay of the livestream of the 2024 festival here and enjoy photos from the festivals below.

Explore Online Courses

From time to time we offer multi-week courses related to mindfulness, the teachings and life of Thich Nhat Hanh, and a variety of similar subjects. Please see our schedule of upcoming courses.

Upcoming Courses

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Take the Deer Park Monastery and Plum Village community with you wherever you go. The Plum Village app is designed to cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and joy through guided meditations, deep relaxations, practice poems, bells of mindfulness, and other practices — all through a mobile device.

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Turn Your Inbox into a Dharma Door

Subscribe to our Coyote Tracks newsletter on Substack to receive event announcements, writing, art, music, and meditations from Deer Park monastics.

Support Deer Park

Donations are our main source of support, so every offering is greatly appreciated. Your contribution helps us to keep the monastery open to receive guests throughout the year.

Donate

Rhythm of the Earth Mindful Music Festival

Purchase Tickets

Born I, Washington, DC-based rapper, meditation teacher.

Lineup

Most of our lineup includes Plum Village mindfulness practitioners, including four Lay Dharma Teachers, infusing the entire festival with the energy of mindfulness and compassion for all beings.

Purchase Tickets

Joe Reilly and Brother Phap Luu, Rhythm of the Earth 2024

Mindful Conduct at the Festival

Practicing the Mindfulness Trainings

Intoxicants and Drugs on Campus Are Strictly Prohibited

Appropriate Physical Conduct

Dress Code

Dress modestly and comfortably in loose-fitting clothes that cover shoulders, midsection, and knees. Avoid wearing shorts, tank tops, and fragrances.

Pets Policy

For the protection and safety of all, guests cannot bring pets to our practice center.

“The bands were fun and talented; there were monastic jams, whimsical children’s songs, wholesome rap, and drumming. I danced and sang along with the crowd. But I carried away so much more than a good time, something deeper and unexpected. I carried away a hope for the future of the earth, for our children and grandchildren.”
– Sue M, Festival Attendee & Volunteer

Chris DeMeglio and Pete Kuhn of Free Cloud Collective, Rhythm of the Earth 2024

Festival FAQs

You can watch the replay of the 2023 festival on YouTube here.

Friends were able to join the festival online or in person here in the Hidden Mountain. You can watch the replay of the livestream of the 2024 festival here and enjoy photos from the festivals below.

Explore Online Courses

From time to time we offer multi-week courses related to mindfulness, the teachings and life of Thich Nhat Hanh, and a variety of similar subjects. Please see our schedule of upcoming courses.

Upcoming Courses