2026 Sand Mandala Event in San Antonio
Dedicated to the Buddha of Compassion
June 28 – July 4, 2026.

Webcast via Zoom
and live at:
Event Location: 759 W. Oak Estates Drive, San Antonio TX 78260

The Tibetan Buddhism Center for World Peace was honored to host a rare and deeply meaningful event: the creation of a sacred sand mandala dedicated to Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion. Over the course of a week three Tibetan Buddhist monks from the Gyuto Wheel of Dharma Monastery will meticulously construct this intricate mandala, offering visitors a unique opportunity to witness an ancient spiritual art form as it unfolds in real time.

This event coincided with the birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, who is revered as an emanation of the Buddha of Compassion—making this not only a cultural experience, but a profound reflection on compassion, impermanence, and interconnectedness. 

SCHEDULE:
Public Viewing Hours / Free Parking on Site.
Updated July 1

• Thu, July 2 .... 9 am – 12 pm public viewing
• Fri, July 3 ..... 10 am – 4 pm public viewing
• Sat, July 4 .... 10 am – 4 pm public viewing
                        4 pm – ritual mandala dissolution*
                        5 pm – potluck (bring something to share)


*At 4 pm on July 4 the monks will conduct prayers and a traditional ritual to sweep up the sand mandala - a dramatic ending to a week of its careful creation.

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