Buddha Birthday Special Event

Buddha’s Birthday Special Event 2026
佛诞节特别活动

Join us for a peaceful and uplifting celebration of the Buddha’s Birthday at Hai Hui Shan Pure Land Space in Toorak. This special community event is an opportunity to cultivate mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, and wisdom through meditation, Qigong, Dharma teachings, and traditional Buddhist ceremonies.

Whether you are new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner, all are warmly welcome to attend.
May all beings be happy and at peace. 🪷

Event Schedule
Sunday, May 24, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM AEST
📍 Location:
7/663 Malvern Road, Toorak VIC
Program
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Baduanjin Qigong 八段锦
Cultivate health, balance, and harmony through gentle movement practice.
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Nianfo Meditation 念佛修持
Calm the mind and connect with Amitabha Buddha through mindful chanting.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meal Offerings 午供 + Bathing the Buddha 浴佛
Participate in traditional offerings and the Buddha bathing ceremony to cultivate gratitude and purify the mind.
12:00 – 12:40 PM
Vegetarian Lunch 素斋
Enjoy a wholesome vegetarian meal in a peaceful community atmosphere.
12:45 – 1:30 PM
Mahamangala Sutta Talk 吉祥经讲座
Discover timeless teachings on blessings, happiness, and living a meaningful life.
2:00 – 2:30 PM
Three Refuges & Five Precepts Ceremony 三皈五戒仪式
An opportunity for those interested to formally take refuge and receive the Five Precepts.

What to Expect
Guided meditation and chanting
Traditional Buddhist ceremonies
Dharma teachings suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners
Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere
Vegetarian meal provided
Please feel free to invite family and friends. We look forward to celebrating this meaningful day together.
Namo Amitabha Buddha 🙏