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Programs Drop-In Sessions

Drop-In Sessions

Tushita offers a variety of drop-in sessions throughout the week.  No registration is required to attend any of these sessions, simply show up!

Drop-In Sessions Offered at Tushita

  • Guided Meditation Sessions (“hybrid events”, i.e. online participation is also an option)
  • Movie Days
  • Pujas
  • Review Sessions (occasional events, on afternoons following His Holiness Dalai Lama’s teachings)

How to Find the Venue

The location of the drop-in sessions changes depending upon what other courses or events are happening at the time, but we put up signs to point you in the right direction. However, if you are unsure where the event is taking place, please inquire in the reception office.

Silence is Requested

Please be aware that there will probably be a residential course running at the time of your visit, so please keep silence while at Tushita, and try not to be late!

Generosity is Appreciated

All Drop-In Sessions are offered on the basis of Dana (donation). There will be a donation box at the back of the hall and we welcome any contribution you’d like to make.

Group Visits

If you are coming with a group of people, say 6 or more, please call in advance so that we can make sure that your visit happens at the most appropriate time.

Library

Visitors are welcome to our excellent Library:

  • with items for loan and sale
  • open Monday – Saturday
  • 9:30am – 4pm (lunch break 11:30 – 12:30).

Individual Meditation Practice is Also an Option

Tushita has three meditation halls which, when not being used for courses and retreats, are open for your private (self-guided) meditation practice. Please inquire with the Tushita reception office for more information about when our meditation halls are vacant.

Upcoming Events

  • Vajrasattva Retreat June 30, 2025
  • How to Meditate July 12, 2025
  • Guided Meditation July 14, 2025 9:00 am
  • Movie Day July 14, 2025 2:00 pm
  • Introduction to Buddhism July 15, 2025
  • Chökhor Düchen 2025 July 28, 2025
  • Introduction to Buddhism July 29, 2025
  • Introduction to Buddhism August 19, 2025
  • Introduction to Buddhism September 2, 2025
  • Geshe Dorji Damdul: The Altruistic Bodhicitta and the Two Methods for its Cultivation Based on Chapter Eight of A Guide of the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life September 20, 2025

Recent News

  • Celebrate Saka Dawa 2025 with us!June 8, 2025
  • Protected: Rejoice 2024February 28, 2025
  • Celebrate Days of Miracles with 16 Inspiring Teachers: February 28 – March 14, 2025February 24, 2025
  • Happy Lhabab Düchen 2024!November 20, 2024
  • 2025 Program OverviewOctober 24, 2024

About Tushita

Tushita is a centre for the study and practice of Buddhism from the Tibetan Mahayana tradition. We're located in Northern India, in the forested hills above the town of McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala - the seat in exile of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.

Tushita aims to provide a friendly and conducive environment for people of all nationalities and backgrounds to learn about and put into practice the teachings of the Buddha. With this in mind we offer regular drop-in events and courses on introductory Buddhist philosophy and meditation, as well as intermediate level courses and group retreats for more experienced students.

Opening Hours

February to November

Monday – Saturday
9:30 – 11:30am
(Lunch Break)
12:30 – 4:00pm

Sundays
Closed

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