An Invitation to Simplicity and Letting Go: 2026-2027 New Year Retreat

Pārāyana Vihāra carries on the tradition of the Saranāloka New Year’s retreat in California. During retreat, we come together as a community to support each other in our practice, consciously letting go of the past and opening to whatever the new year may bring.

This year’s retreat was made possible by last year’s participants paying it forward and this year’s participants will have the opportunity to support next year’s as well!

The retreat is held in Noble Silence and includes sitting and walking meditation, daily Dhamma teachings, and morning and evening chanting. There will be opportunities for group practice discussions along with Q&A.

Around a lively bonfire on New Year’s Eve, those who wish can join in chanting, releasing past regrets, and setting intentions for the new year.

We will be following the Eight Precepts, participating in the daily routine with awareness and kindfulness. Guided yoga sessions may also be offered daily.

We aim to make this retreat a welcome place for people of a diversity of ages, races and genders.

See photos and read about the recent 2025-2026 New Year’s retreat in this post.

COST: Dana

SOME CITIES CLOSE BY: Sacramento, CA