28 April
- 30 April
Chung Tian Temple
1034 Underwood Rd, Priestdale QLD 4127
Buddha Birth Day
The Festival
Since 1997, the Buddha Birth Day Festival has become one of
Queensland’s most notable cultural events and is recognised
for promoting peace, as well as celebrating Australia’s
harmony and diversity.
During our 22 years at the South Bank Parklands, the
festival attracted over 200,000 visitors per year and grew
into one of the largest Buddha Birth Day Festival
celebrations internationally. 2020 quickly became the year
of disruption as the COVID-19 pandemic hit worldwide, which
saw us go digital for the very first time with BBDF on Air.
In 2021, the ongoing instability of the pandemic led the
Buddha Birth Day Festival back home to the serene grounds of
Chung Tian Temple. Its success inspired the 2022 festival to
remain at the temple.
The 2023 Buddha Birth Day Festival celebrations will
continue at Chung Tian Temple and provide visitors with the
opportunity to immerse themselves in a wide range of
ceremonies and activities from the spiritual to the
cultural, such as tea meditation, Buddhist talks, a Baby
Blessing and multicultural performances.
We welcome you to leave your worries behind, find your inner
peace and experience the joy of the 2023 Buddha Birth Day
Festival.
Since
Weekend of Celebration
Plan Your Visit
Walk up the steps of Chung Tian Temple and be welcomed by the sights and sounds of the 2023 Buddha Birth Day Festival. Begin your exploration of the festival and get ready to go on a journey of self-discovery to find your inner Buddha.
From the Spiritual to the Cultural
Festivities and Activities
Learn & Discover Buddhism
Do & Learn
3G4G by BLIA Scouts
Join the Buddha’s Light Scout Group QLD as they take you through a variety of fun and interactive activities.
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Bathing of the Buddha
Since ancient times, Buddhists all around the world celebrate the Buddha’s birthday by using fragrant water to bathe the statue of the infant Buddha – Prince Siddhartha.
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Children’s Drum Demonstration Workshop
Do you have a child who loves to feel the beat? Join our free Children’s Drum Demonstration Workshop and enjoy Madingue Rhythms, an easy and fun drumming experience for kids.
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Cultural Fiesta
Experience a range of different Chinese cultural activities hosted by The Chung Tian Chinese School.
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Flowers in a Pot Workshop
Have you ever wondered how to turn a bunch of flowers into a floral masterpiece? Explore your creative side with one of our Flowers in a Pot Workshops.
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshops
Chado (茶道) is also known as “chanoyu” and commonly referred to as “Japanese Tea Ceremony” in English. It is a spiritual and aesthetic discipline for refinement of oneself, which is known as a "do", a “way” in Japanese.
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Meditation
Guided by a venerable from Fo Guang Shan Chung Tian Temple, take the time out of your busy schedule to find your inner peace at one of our scheduled meditation sessions.
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Sutra Calligraphy
Buddhism advocates the cultivation of the mind. This can be practised in a variety of ways, including meditation, chanting or sutra calligraphy.
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Tea Chan
Tea Chan combines a tea ceremony with the practice of mindfulness. Led by a tea master, you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the tea-making process, while bringing yourself a sense of peace and wholeness.
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Tea Culture
Experience tea culture as a tea master skillfully prepares a cup of perfectly brewed tea. Observe the art of the tea-making process from the preparation, service and consumption of tea.
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Vege Plan A
Vege Plan A stall is an educational opportunity to learn about the initiatives Buddha’s Light International Association chapters worldwide have undertaken to promote a more vegetarian-friendly lifestyle.
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Vegetarian Food Fair
Smell the aroma of vegetarian cooking and taste the wide variety of cuisines on offer. Come for breakfast, stay for lunch and dinner, and take-away supper.
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Experience Through Your Senses
See & Hear
Amenities and Information
Acquaint yourself with Chung Tian Temple and speak to one of our friendly volunteers on duty.
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Baby Blessing Ceremony
Every parent wishes that their child grows in good physical and mental health, lives a meaningful and fulfilling life, develops a kind and loving heart, and matures into a wise and compassionate individual.
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Bodhi Tree Blessing
The Bodhi tree sapling, directly descended from the Bodhi tree where Prince Siddhartha sat when he attained enlightenment and became the Buddha, is a living work of art and a representation of the birth of Buddhism.
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Buddhist Talks
The Buddha's very life as a human being is to model the spiritual path. The festival is offering various talks to share how the practice of Humanistic Buddhism can be integrated into all aspects of our daily lives.
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Ceremonies
Celebrate the Buddha's Birth Day Festival and connect with your spiritual side at one of our Buddhist ceremonies.
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Children's Storytelling
Morally-based story will teach children about the importance of being open-minded, developing a willingness to listen, as well as to consider and respect others’ points of view.
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Guided Temple Tours
Don't miss this opportunity to follow an experienced guide as they show you around the temple grounds while explaining the deeper meanings behind what is happening at the various locations you visit.
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Happiness and Peace Laser Show
Not only did the Buddha achieve enlightenment and shine his light in the human world, it serves as a reminder that, we too, have the Buddha’s light within our hearts.
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Humanistic Buddhism Exhibition
Venerable Master Hsing Yun artistically moves his brush from the top to the bottom of the parchment without pausing. “One-stroke calligraphy” means that every piece by the calligrapher is done in a single stroke.
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Ikebana Demonstration by Ohara Ikebana School
Ikebana (生け花) is also known as kadō (華道, "way of flowers"). The tradition dates back to the Heian period (794 to 1185), where floral offerings were made at altars.
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Lumbini Garden
We welcome you to take a journey of discovery through the birthplace of Prince Siddhartha and to follow his path from witnessing old age, sickness, death and finally, enlightenment to become the Buddha.
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Multicultural Performances & Lion Dance
See, hear and celebrate with a vibrant line up of multicultural performances, showcasing a diverse range of music, dance and cultural groups.
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Wishing Tree
Visit our wishing tree to write down your wish and hang on the wishing tree to manifest positive energy and work on bringing your wish to fruition.
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