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Vesak Day Celebration
May 19, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm PDT
On this day, we will celebrate the manifestation of the historical Buddha. The celebration is open for the public to come and practice with the monastic and lay practitioners of Deer Park Monastery.
Tentative Schedule
9:00 AM | Walking Meditation |
10:00 AM | Dharma Talk |
11:00 AM | Bathing the Baby Buddha Ceremony |
12:30 PM | Lunch |
There is no registration for the Vesak Day Celebration; you just show up. There is no cost incurred for participation in the day, but dana (donation) is greatly appreciated. There are donation boxes in the meditation and dining halls. The monastery provides lunch.
We ask that all guests please wear modest clothing such as shirts that cover the shoulders, midsection, and back and pants or long skirts that cover the knees while standing and sitting in a meditative posture.
Scheduled events occur rain or shine.