Courses, Retreats, and Special Events

Most weekends in the year, we hold courses and retreats, usually on Saturday mornings but sometimes extending throughout the entire weekend.

For those interested in extended retreat opportunities as well as retreats outside of New York City, be sure to check out our World Peace Temple in Glen Spey.

To see all upcoming events, visit this week's classes.

The Fundamentals of Buddhist Meditation

Saturday, June 6
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Cherien Dabis

Plan B – Embracing the Inevitable

Saturday, June 13
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Tim Cockey

World Peace Starts Here

Saturday, June 20
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Kadam Morten

The Science of Happiness

Saturday, June 27
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Natlia Darialova

Summer Festival 2026

July 24-August 8
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Center
Ulverston, UK

The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration

September 4 – 7, 2026
Temple for World Peace, Glen Spey
with Kadam Morten

Fall Festival 2026

October 9-15
Kadampa Meditation Center Spain
Malaga, Spain

Country Retreat 2026

Friday, November 6-Monday, November 9
Temple for World Peace, Glen Spey
with Kadam Morten

Past Courses and Retreats

At KMC NYC, we offer a range of half-day, day-long, and week-long retreats on various Buddhist topics throughout the year. Check out our past courses and retreats to see some of our recent offerings.