Dated: November 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Kathina festival, observed on November 19, 2023, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, is an ancient tradition deeply rooted in Buddhist culture, dating back 2,500 years. This auspicious event marks the culmination of the Vassa, or monsoon retreat, typically occurring in October and November.

As the largest alms-giving ceremony of the Buddhist calendar, the Kathina festival holds significant spiritual and communal importance. During this time, devotees come together to offer robes and other essential requisites to monks who have completed the three-month Vassa retreat.

The festival symbolizes generosity, gratitude, and communal harmony, reflecting the core principles of Buddhist teachings. Through acts of almsgiving and collective rituals, participants reaffirm their commitment to the path of compassion, generosity, and spiritual development.