Thursday Nights
Guided and unguided meditation classes, followed by Dharma talks, and a monthly puja. Suitable for all levels of experience.
$20 / $11 concession, Free for Under-35s
Buddha Day Festival
Saturday 2 May 11am – 4pm
Buddha Day, also known as Wesak, is the most important day of the year in the Buddhist calendar and is celebrated by Buddhists around the world. It marks the historical moment approximately 2,600 years ago when Siddhartha Gautama awakened to become the Buddha.
Please join us to celebrate and have gratitude for the life of the Buddha, whose Enlightenment revealed the potential for all human beings to experience freedom from suffering.
Come along for a shared lunch after the morning meditation class, and stay for talks on the Buddha’s life and awakening, before ending the day with a puja (Buddhist ritual). All are welcome to join us in this joyous celebration!
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Venue: Melbourne Buddhist Centre/ 23 David Street, Brunswick
By Donation (Give what you can)
Please bring a plate of vegan/vegetarian food to share, as well as your friends and family
All Welcome
Programme
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 11am | Meditation |
| 12pm | Shared Lunch (Bring a plate of vegan/vegetarian food) |
| 1.30pm | Talks and discussion |
| 3pm | Puja (Buddhist ritual) |
| 4pm | Finish |
More questions? Get in touch
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a Buddhist or a regular at the centre?
Everyone is welcome, and we encourage you to bring your friends and family!
Do I need to book?
No, just turn up!
I am not a very good cook, what food should I bring?
A few simple suggestions: bread, dips, fruit, salad, and chips.
I can't make the whole day - can I come for just some of it?
Of course! You're welcome to come for whatever parts of the day you can make. Just try to turn up at one of the times on the programme so you don't miss part of a talk or meditation
What is puja?
A puja is a traditional Buddhist ritual that includes chanting and making offerings to help us connect with our ideals.
How much does the day cost?
We don't charge a fixed price for our festival days but instead invite you to make a donation to the centre to help us cover our running costs.
