Kadampa practitioners gathered in Montreal for the Canadian National Festival 2026 with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab, following a well-attended public talk on inner peace. Participants received the blessing empowerment of Buddha Prajnaparamita and profound teachings on wisdom and compassion, enjoying a deeply inspiring and joyful reunion of the Canadian Sangha.
The Tharpa Festival Shop is an essential part of the International Spring Festival 2026, 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.
The National Festival in South Africa brought deep inspiration and blessings to Kadampa practitioners. In Durban, Gen-la Kelsang Sangden granted the empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni, and the ordained Sangha took part in a Sojong ceremony, creating a deeply meaningful and inspiring event for everyone involved.
Our precious Deputy Spiritual Director, Gen-la Kelsang Sangden, granted the blessing empowerment of Arya Tara at the Fourth Kadampa Temple for World Peace in Portugal, bringing together practitioners from across Portugal and nearby countries for a meaningful and inspiring event.
Kadampa centers in Liverpool, Athens, Madrid, Albacete, and Tara IKRC hosted a variety of inspiring events. Through public talks, retreats, and day courses, practitioners gathered together, reflecting the dedication of the local Sangha and the visiting Teachers who shared these precious teachings.
Kadampa communities in New Zealand, Austria, and beyond enjoyed deeply meaningful gatherings at the end of April. From Vajrasattva and Vajrapani empowerments to teachings on karma and overcoming attachment, practitioners strengthened their inner peace and spiritual confidence, leaving them inspired to rely upon Dharma and make their lives increasingly meaningful for the benefit of others.
Over 400 Kadampas gathered at Kadampa Meditation Center New York for the US National Festival with Gen-la Khyenrab, receiving the Prajnaparamita empowerment, oral transmission of the Essence of Wisdom Sutra, and practical guidance on integrating wisdom and compassion into daily life.
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 Spring Festival 2026
Kadampa practitioners from across Brazil gathered at KMC Brazil for the 2026 Brazilian Dharma Celebration, receiving the empowerment of Dorje Shugden from National Spiritual Director Gen Kelsang Mudita. Everyone felt renewed inspiration to protect their minds and progress toward enlightenment.
Participants at KMC Mallorca enjoyed a series of meaningful events, including a mala-making workshop, a special course on letting go of worry, and a meditation walk in nature. Through practical teachings, creative activities, and guided meditation, everyone experienced greater inner peace, connection, and inspiration for daily spiritual practice.
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After this year’s International Fall Festival, Kadampa centers across Europe held post-festival retreats to carry its inspiration into daily life. At KMC Alicante, Kailash IRC and KMC Toulouse, participants enjoyed clear teachings, peaceful stillness and warm Sangha connections. They left grateful for…
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