In addition to our regularly scheduled practice sessions, the North Carolina Zen Center hosts other events such as retreats, ceremonies and community work days. Below you will find information about our longer-range schedule and upcoming events. Please check back from time to time to get the latest updates.
- March 2, 2025
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Zazenkai (All-Day sitting)
March 2, 2025 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
With periods of seated meditation, silent walking, and Dharma teachings, an all-day sitting is a terrific opportunity to deepen our Zen practice and prepare for sesshin. Suggested donation $20. Please bring a bag lunch.
Please register HERE: http://nczencenter.org/event-registration/
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- March 9, 2025
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- March 16, 2025
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- March 23, 2025
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- March 30, 2025
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- April 6, 2025
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- April 12, 2025
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- April 27, 2025
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- May 6, 2025
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Spring Sesshin
May 6, 2025 6:00 pm - May 11, 2025 12:30 pm
Join us for our Spring sesshin, or retreat. This sesshin will follow a traditional schedule with periods of silent sitting (zazen), walking meditation (kinhin), and dharma talks. Vegetarian meals are provided. Shared accommodations. Previous experience is recommended including attending an Introduction to Zen Workshop or Orientation and a daily meditation practice. For more information email info@nczencenter.org
To register: https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/
$65 per day for non-members, $60 for members
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- July 4, 2025
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- July 31, 2025
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Summer Sesshin
July 31, 2025 6:00 pm - August 3, 2025 12:30 pm
Join us for our Summer sesshin, or retreat. This sesshin will follow a traditional schedule with periods of silent sitting (zazen), walking meditation (kinhin), and dharma talks. Vegetarian meals are provided. Shared accommodations. Previous experience is recommended including attending an Introduction to Zen Workshop or Orientation and a daily meditation practice. For more information email info@nczencenter.org
To register: https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/
$6 5day for non-members, $60 for members
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