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Remembering Death, Cherishing Life: Halloween and Day of the Dead in the US

November 10, 2026

Around Halloween and the Day of the Dead, Kadampa centers in Sarasota and Tucson invited their communities to reflect on death and impermanence. From cemetery meditations to an art gallery class, these gatherings helped many people appreciate their precious human life and remember what matters most.

Celebrating Community, Meditation and Happiness

November 8, 2026

From inspiring Dharma teachings and joyful community celebrations to peaceful moments of meditation and retreat. We share highlights from recent events at KMC Barcelona, KMC Brisbane and KBC Bodhisattva in Fortaleza, where people came together to enjoy precious teachings, explore the benefits of meditation and experience the warmth and joy of the Kadampa community.

Celebrating International Temples Day – 2026

November 7, 2026

Each year we set aside the first Saturday in November to celebrate the work of the International Temples Project inaugurated by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche to facilitate the growth and development of Kadampa Buddhism throughout the world.

Bringing Buddha’s Wisdom to More People

November 6, 2026

From profound teachings on wisdom at Tara IKRC to inspiring community activities in KMC Perth, Australia.

Weekends of Blessings, Practice and Joy

November 5, 2026

A weekend filled with inspiring blessings, meaningful teachings, and joyful gatherings! From a weekend retreat at Manjushri KMC to receiving the blessing empowerment of Dorje Shugden at Samudra KBC to meditating together at Kailash IRC. Practitioners came together to deepen their spiritual practice, receive precious guidance, and rejoice in the kindness of the Dharma.

Editors’ Picks ~ October 2026

November 4, 2026

Our editors select their favorite photographs from around the world for the month of October.

Continuing the Festival Inspiration

November 3, 2026

The inspiration of the International Fall Festival continued around the world as Kadampa practitioners gathered for special Post-Festival retreats in Mexico and Barcelona. Guided by experienced Teachers, these weekends offered precious opportunities to deepen their understanding of the Migtsema prayer, strengthen their spiritual practice, and put Dharma into practice in daily life.

Putting the Festival Teachings into Practice

October 31, 2026

Following the Fall Festival in Malaga, Kadampas gathered at KMC Madrid La Sierra and Madhyamaka KMC for special retreats filled with inspiring teachings, meditation, and the joy of practicing Dharma together. Meanwhile, at KMC Granada, the community came together to celebrate Je Tsongkhapa Day.

The Art of Training the Mind – Special Events

October 30, 2026

Kadampa Sangha came together to deepen their practice of training the mind. Three Southern California centers joined an away retreat at IKRC Grand Canyon on integrating the five forces, while in Nottingham a packed room enjoyed Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab’s day course on controlling the mind.

Inspiration from Around the World

October 29, 2026

Across our international Kadampa family, Je Tsongkhapa Day has been a beautiful occasion for rejoicing, deepening our faith, and coming together in practice. From heartfelt offerings and inspiring teachings in KMC Spain to special retreats in Colombia and Brazil.

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