Buddha Birth Day Festival

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.

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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