Vesak Ceremony and Candle Offering
Mark the most important Buddhist holy day with a morning of reflection, Dhamma, chanting and candle offering at Bodhikusuma Centre. Join Ajahn Varadhammo and the monks for a meaningful Vesak observance commemorating the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and passing away.
Saturday 30 May 2026
10:15 am - 12:00 pm
Bodhikusuma Centre
Level 2, 203-209 Thomas Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
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About This Event
About the event
Vesak Day is the most important Buddhist holy day, commemorating the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and complete passing away. This special observance invites the community to come together in a spirit of reflection and devotion through chanting, listening to Dhamma, and participating in a formal candle offering ceremony.
Join Ajahn Varadhammo and the monks for a serene and meaningful Vesak gathering that honours this sacred day in the Buddhist calendar.
Programme highlights
- Monks go for alms round into Thaitown/Chinatown
- Taking of the 3 Refuges and 5 Precepts
- Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Varadhammo
- Vesak Candle Offering Ceremony
- Chanting
- Shared lunch
What attendees can expect
This event offers a traditional Vesak experience centred on Buddhist practice and recollection of the Buddha. Attendees will have the opportunity to listen to Dhamma, take part in devotional rituals, and share in a peaceful community gathering with the monks.
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