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Organiser

FPMT Global Mani Retreat

Participation

19:30–21:00 Malaysia time. Confirm language and access requirements with the organiser.

The organiser announces an eight-day camp on January 22–29, 2027 for people interested in Buddhist monastic life. Registration opened October 15, 2026. Confirm current availability and admission directly with the organiser.

Organiser

法鼓山僧伽大学 / Dharma Drum Sangha University

Participation

Organiser-stated requirements: men aged 18–42, women aged 18–40, with high school education. Conducted in Chinese; basic spoken Chinese advised. Confirm translation if needed. Transport is self-funded; attendance is publicly sponsored. Confirm costs, eligibility and spaces with the organiser.

Yoga practice and seated meditation for ages 16–40, on eight Tuesday evenings from November 3 to December 22, 2026.

Organiser

法鼓山世界青年会 / Dharma Drum Mountain World Youth

Participation

19:00–21:00 Taiwan / Malaysia time (UTC+8). The notice lists 40 places and five waitlist places; availability is unverified. NT$1,000 attendance deposit: full attendance earns a refund; more than two absences converts it into support for youth meditation. Confirm other refund terms, language and eligibility. Bring a yoga mat and towel; wear loose clothing. Confirm whether registration is still open with the organiser.

A morning of guided meditation, Dharma discussion and small-group sharing.

Host

Plum Village UK

Before joining

Register on the official page for the Zoom link. In English.

Join fellow practitioners online for Medicine Buddha Sutra recitation.

Host

慈济慈善基金会 / Tzu Chi Charity Foundation

Before joining

Register through the official LINE activity instructions. Do not record or capture the livestream.

Join the temple’s 2026 Great Compassion Repentance service. Its official annual poster confirms this date and the morning start time.

Host

Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple / 佛光山东禅寺

Before joining

Visitors are welcome; see the official page for registration. Confirm the finish time, any fees and participation requirements with the temple.

A week of Buddha-name recitation led by Dharma Master Zhuangming.

Host

华藏净宗弘化 / Hwadzan Pure Land Association

Before joining

Contact the hall for participation details and current session arrangements.

Join a communal repentance practice at the temple.

Host

佛光山兰阳别院 / Fo Guang Shan Lanyang Temple

Before joining

Confirm arrangements with the temple.

A traditional ceremony centred on the Amitabha Sutra and Buddha-name recitation.

Host

净土宗大本山光明寺 / Jodo Shu Komyoji Temple

Before joining

2026 dates are published by the official tourism association. Indoor attendance is limited; the special gate visit has a separate fee. Confirm with the temple.

A friday cultivation session at Melaka Jing Si Hall, listed in Tzu Chi Malaysia’s official activity calendar.

Host

Tzu Chi Malaysia / 马来西亚慈济

Before joining

The official calendar provides a registration link. Times, language, fees and eligibility are not stated in the listing; check the details with the organiser before attending.

A silent retreat with sitting and walking meditation, guided by Véronique.

Host

Centre Kalachakra

Before joining

In French. No formal prerequisites, but participants must follow the silence and retreat discipline. Dates also listed by FPMT.

Learn sitting and walking meditation in a temple setting, with Dharma talks and other practices.

Host

Nan Tien Temple

Before joining

Dates are listed in the official application form. Ages 16+, booking required; check the form for costs and accommodation.

A storytelling gathering for children and their peers.

Host

法鼓山 · 臺中寶雲寺

Before joining

For children aged 5–11. Contact the temple to register. See PDF page 23 of the official half-year calendar.

Venerable Wudao leads the ceremony. Hwadzan’s official announcement links to the livestream for online participation in the offering and three chanting sessions.

Host

Royal Brisbane Institute of Technology / 澳洲皇家布里斯本技术学院

Before joining

The notice explicitly uses Taipei time: offering 08:30–09:30; chanting 11:30–13:40, 14:10–15:20 and 15:50–18:00, with breaks. The on-site announcements take precedence.

A Three-Period Recitation ceremony led by Dharma Master Zhuanglin.

Host

华藏净宗弘化 / Hwadzan Pure Land Association

Before joining

Held in several sessions; check the official timetable.

Three evenings of shared Ksitigarbha Sutra recitation.

Host

慈济慈善基金会 / Tzu Chi Charity Foundation

Before joining

See the official announcement for registration and livestream rules; no recording.

A book study session at Melaka Jing Si Hall, listed in Tzu Chi Malaysia’s official activity calendar.

Host

Tzu Chi Malaysia / 马来西亚慈济

Before joining

The official calendar provides a registration link. Times, language, fees and eligibility are not stated in the listing; check the details with the organiser before attending.

An intensive mindfulness retreat led by Venerable Losang Gendun.

Host

Vajrapani Institute

Before joining

Listed as intermediate level. Check prerequisites and availability before booking.

A temple gathering for offerings, prayer and dedication, led by the monastic community.

Host

Ban Foo Monastery 万福寺

Before joining

The official calendar lists 25 October. Published start times differ; confirm with the monastery. Registration is handled by the organiser.

A day of training for registered temple volunteers.

Host

Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery

Before joining

For registered volunteers only. Online registration opens one month before training; check eligibility and arrangements on the official page.

A Medicine Buddha ceremony listed in the temple’s quarterly calendar.

Host

佛光山兰阳别院 / Fo Guang Shan Lanyang Temple

Before joining

Session times vary by day; check the official calendar and updates.

Explore emptiness through teachings, reflection and meditation with Geshe Rinchen.

Host

Land of Joy

Before joining

Open to interested participants. In person, donation based; check accommodation and availability with the centre.

Sutra recitation and offerings dedicated to peace and well-being.

Host

佛光山东禅寺 / Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple

Before joining

Check participation and offering arrangements with the temple.

A meditation programme with Geshe Tenzin Legtsok, listed in the official FPMT retreat calendar.

Host

Vajrapani Institute

Before joining

Confirm eligibility, availability and the detailed schedule with the centre.

A residential weekend combining meditation, Buddhist texts, tea practice and dialogue, with time for reflection and self-awareness.

Host

Fo Guang Shan Malaysia Education Centre / 马来西亚佛光山教育中心

Before joining

For unmarried working adults and college students aged 18–40; limited to 50 places. RM60 includes a T-shirt. Confirm availability through the official registration link.

Stay at the temple’s Pilgrim Lodge, learn Buddhist meditation and share vegetarian meals. The official 2026 timetable lists this November retreat and welcomes beginners.

Host

Nan Tien Temple / 南天寺

Before joining

Booking is essential. The website lists $450 including meals, lodging, materials and instruction. Confirm the current price, age requirements and participation conditions in the official application form.

A residential retreat exploring meditation in everyday life.

Host

佛光山东禅寺 / Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple

Before joining

Ages 17–65. Apply by 24 November. Silence and no phone use; donation based.

Join the temple’s 2026 Great Compassion Repentance service. Its official annual poster confirms this date and the morning start time.

Host

Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple / 佛光山东禅寺

Before joining

Visitors are welcome; see the official page for registration. Confirm the finish time, any fees and participation requirements with the temple.

Teachings, meditation and discussion with Geshe Dorji Damdul.

Host

Root Institute

Before joining

Booking required. The provisional schedule includes an introduction on 12 December and checkout on 23 December; confirm travel arrangements.

A retreat with Geshe Tenzin Namdak, announced in the official FPMT calendar.

Host

Kopan Monastery

Before joining

Confirm eligibility, costs and accommodation with the monastery. This listing summarises the official calendar announcement.

Year-end Buddha-name recitation following the temple’s session schedule.

Host

佛光山兰阳别院 / Fo Guang Shan Lanyang Temple

Before joining

The calendar lists the opening on 22 Dec and practice on 23–27 Dec; confirm with the temple.