Festival venue

International Kadampa Retreat Centre Grand Canyon is an incredible venue situated adjacent to Old Route 66 in Northern Arizona at 7,000 feet above sea level. The area is abundant in sightseeing, hikes, historic landmarks, and national parks — only an hour’s drive to the Grand Canyon, 45 minutes to Sedona, and 40 minutes to Mount Humphreys, the tallest point in the state at 12,633 feet.

This blessed space houses the fifth Kadampa Temple dedicated to World Peace and serves as North America's official international retreat center. Since its opening by Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong in fall 2019, the Temple has hosted countless retreats, courses, and Festivals, giving the are a special tranquil energy. The center's pristine location, embraced by ancient forests and soaring mountains, creates an atmosphere of exceptional beauty and tranquility—the perfect environment for a Kadampa Festival.