Today is a special day in our Kadampa calendar. It is the Summer Festival 2026 ordination ceremony and the Temple is filled with the international community of ordained Sangha and 9 new ordainees who are receiving ordination from Gen-la Khyenrab.
Behind the scenes, every corner of the Mother Centre is alive with joyful activity as everyone prepares to welcome visitors with warmth and care. All areas are working at full capacity, filled with a spirit of dedication and cheerful effort.
On Sunday, Resident Teachers participating in the International Teacher Training Program took a break from their studies to help with the Summer Festival Preparations.
Across the world, Kadampa Centers continue to create spaces where people can deepen their meditation practice, learn practical wisdom, and enjoy warm, welcoming community events.
KMC Argentina has joyfully opened its new home in Buenos Aires, creating a larger and more welcoming space for meditation, study, and community. This exciting new chapter will help Kadam Dharma flourish and benefit many people for years to come.
After several weeks of dedicated work, a joyful and harmonious atmosphere continues to fill KMC France as the Resident Teachers and community work, volunteer, and pray together.
The Resident Teachers of the New Kadampa Tradition have gather together at their spiritual home, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, to participate in an annual International Teacher Training Program (ITTP).
The Tharpa Festival Shop is an essential part of the International Summer Festival 2026 at Manjushri KMC, offering everything you need to support your spiritual practice during the Festival and beyond. It’s an opportunity to purchase all Festival-related Tharpa items— including books, art, and sadhanas—alongside new and updated releases.
In this post we share information about all the retreats taking place at centers worldwide, offering students an opportunity to deepen their experience of the teachings from the Summer Festival 2026
Kadampa communities recently enjoyed inspiring family and community events, including children’s meditation activities, a joyful Dharma Kids program in Brazil, and a summer BBQ at Tharpaland KMC. Through meditation, friendship, and shared experiences, participants of all ages strengthened their connection to Dharma while cultivating kindness, inner peace, and harmonious community.
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At the 2026 International Fall Festival, Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong will grant the empowerment of the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa and give teachings on how to develop and strengthen our faith in our Spiritual Guide.
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