About this Event
You are invited to try practicing meditation! Calm down, relax, focus, concentrate, be aware, and see things as they truly are.
One Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm is a Dharma talk (~ 1 hour), followed by meditation (~ 15 minutes).
Usually the first or second Sunday of the month is basic guided meditation at 2pm, with instructions, stretches, and sitting and walking meditation, or soundbath (relax with the singing bowls) ending around 3pm.
All are welcome to both of these events, in English.
March 22 @ 2 pm
March 4 @ 7 pm
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SPECIAL EVENT: Mystical Arts of Tibet - Mandala Sand Painting Live Exhibition
by the Tibetan Buddhist monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery
March 1 - 8, 2026 at
Quang Minh Temple (Chua Quang Minh), home of Grant Park Meditation
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta GA 30312
Come for any portion you are able to. Free, but donations are appreciated.
We warmly encourage you to visit Quang Minh Temple throughout the week and observe the intricate constructions of this sand mandala.
Sunday 3/1
Opening Ceremony
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Mandala Construction
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday 3/4
Avalokiteshvara Great Compassion Puja and Dharma Talk with Geshe Ngawang Phende
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Thursday 3/5 – No public activity (Closed)
Sunday 3/8
Avalokiteshvara Prayer Ceremony
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Closing Ceremony
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Sacred dissolution of the sand mandala & distribution of blessed sand
Wednesday, March 4 • 7:00 PM (puja first) – 9:00 PM
Meditation & Dharma Talk with Venerable Geshe Phende
Sunday Afternoon Guided Meditation
One Sunday of the Month , next date March 22, 2 PM - 3 PM
Etiquette Reminders:
- Entrance to the right of the Buddha Hall
- Remove shoes before entering
- Maintain quiet reverence - avoid unnecessary or loud conversations
- Digital Detox: We encourage you to not use electronic devices during the session. Please be sure to silence your phone. Photos are ok, but please be mindful and avoid disturbing others.
- Comfort and Modesty: Please wear clothes that are respectful and appropriate for sacred spaces (i.e., avoid bare shoulders and short shorts).
Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group at
Chua Quang Minh Temple
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
grantparkmeditation.org/classes
Wednesday night talk: Join us for an enlightening Dharma talk with Geshe Ngawang Phende, a renowned teacher from the Drepung Loseling Monastery, who will guide us on transforming negative emotions. Meditation and mindfulness is a tool to help us on the path towards relieving the sufferings of life by changing our mindset, discovering our inner self, and realizing reality.
Atlanta Grant Park Meditation is based at Chua Quang Minh, one of ATL's oldest Buddhist temples. We blend ancient wisdom with modern practices to bring peace to our fast-paced community. Everyone is welcome to attend, and events are offered for free. This program is suitable for people of any - or no - religious belief. Beginners welcome! Please wear appropriate attire for a church or religious space.
Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple (Chua Quang Minh)1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta GA 30312(near Grant Park / Atlanta Zoo / East Atlanta Village EAV / downtown Atlanta)
Instagram.com/grantparkmeditation
https://www.grantparkmeditation.org/
AtlantaBuddhism.org
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Chua Quang Minh, 1168 Benteen Avenue Southeast, Atlanta, United States
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