Is this a Buddhist-only event, or can people from other traditions join?

The source material doesn't set any restrictions on who may attend. It is hosted at an interfaith-minded ashram and is framed as a celebration of Lord Buddha's life, so those curious about Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing are the natural audience. For specifics on participation, contact the organizer.

Do I need a ticket or registration to take part?

The event page doesn't list ticket prices or registration requirements. For in-person attendance or the live stream, use the Join Live link on the page or contact Yogaville at arc@yogaville.org or 800.710.5105 to confirm.

Why is the program held on a Full Moon?

The organizer ties the program to this particular Full Moon, calling it auspicious for honoring Lord Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment, and Mahasamadhi. The page doesn't give a detailed schedule or format of the observance, so ask Yogaville if you want to know what the program includes.

Spiritual Ceremony

Wesak Full Moon Program

Name: Wesak Full Moon Program
Start: 2027-05-20T23:30:00.000Z
Location: Sivananda Satsang Hall – Yogaville

Date

May 20, 2027

7:30 PM EDT

Location

Sivananda Satsang Hall – Yogaville

Buckingham, VA

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At a Glance

Start time

7:30 PM

Description

The Wesak Full Moon Program is a spiritual ceremony held on the full moon to celebrate the Birth, Enlightenment, and Mahasamadhi of Lord Buddha. Wesak is one of the most revered observances in the Buddhist calendar, and this gathering marks it in a quiet, devotional spirit.

It takes place in the Sivananda Satsang Hall at Yogaville, the Satchidananda Ashram in Buckingham, Virginia, which hosts the program. The ceremony is also live-streamed, so those who cannot travel to Yogaville can follow along from home.

Venue

Sivananda Satsang Hall – Yogaville

Buckingham, VA, United States

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Common Questions

FAQs

The program marks the Birth, Enlightenment, and Mahasamadhi of Lord Buddha, which are honored together on this Full Moon. The organizer describes the day as auspicious. Wesak is the occasion on which these three events are remembered.

Yes. The organizer states the program is live-streamed, and the event page has a "Join Live" link for watching. Check the event page or contact Yogaville for details on how access works.

It takes place in the Sivananda Satsang Hall at Yogaville, the Satchidananda Ashram in Buckingham, Virginia. The event page includes a Google Map link for directions. If you are unsure where to park or enter, call the ashram before you travel.

The organizer is Yogaville – Satchidananda Ashram. You can call 800.710.5105 or email arc@yogaville.org with questions about attending.

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Description

FAQs

Yes. The organizer states the program is live-streamed, and the event page has a "Join Live" link for watching. Check the event page or contact Yogaville for details on how access works.

The organizer is Yogaville – Satchidananda Ashram. You can call 800.710.5105 or email arc@yogaville.org with questions about attending.