YEAR AT A GLANCE – 2026
2026
All events are accessible in both the Dirt and Cloud Zendos unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, October 21st - Saturday, October 24th
Continuous Practice Retreat
We will hold a Continuous Practice Retreat from Wednesday through Saturday in our Cloud Zendo and our (home) Dirt Zendo.We practice together in the Cloud Zendo in the mornings and evenings, and add the option of Dirt Zendo participation for the midday and afternoon parts of the retreat. The idea is that, as a Sangha, we keep a thread of continuous practice going all the way between our regular Tuesday meeting and our Sunday meeting, no matter what we are doing.Click here to learn more.
Sunday, November 1st ~ 9:30-10am Pacific Time
Sejiki Ceremony
Sejiki is our annual Soto Zen “Festival of the Hungry Ghosts.” We make offerings to the manifestations of unresolved karma in the world, and also remember people who have recently passed away. Click here for more information.
Sunday, November 8th ~ 11:15am-12:15pm Pacific Time
Annual Member’s Meeting
Please attend Bright Way Zen’s Annual Member’s Meeting! While the title of the meeting refers to “members,” all are welcome to attend. The purpose of this meeting is to create an opportunity for everyone to hear an update from the Board of Directors regarding various topics of interest and to discuss questions and ideas from all attendees. Click here for more information.
Sunday, November 14th ~ 1-3pm Pacific Time
Introduction to Zen Meditation Workshop
Could you (or someone you know!) use some meditation in your life? Have you tried meditating but could use some guidance? Join us for this free, beginner-friendly workshop on Zen meditation! Join us in the Dirt or Cloud Zendo. Learn more here.
November 10th - 25th
Annual Fundraiser
Bright Way Zen relies on its annual fundraiser to keep offering access to the three treasures of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha! Board members look forward to their annual conversations with all participants and supporters of BWZ.
Saturday, December 19th ~ 7:30am-3:30pm Pacific Time
Fall Term Student Program Ends ~ Closing Retreat
Registered term students only. The Term Student program is 2-3 months long, and is designed to help you intensify practice for a specific period of time, and to create stronger sangha connections. Click here for more information.
December 23rd - January 1st
Holiday Break
Bright Way is on holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s, but there are usually a few practice events you can tune into during the break.
