Meditation Festival, 20-31 October
Venue: Carmelite Community Centre, 56 Aungier St, Dublin 2, D02 T258
Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World
For thousands of years, meditation has been practiced as a powerful means of connecting with the inner self—an ancient art of stillness, awareness, and self-discovery. In a world that moves faster every day, this timeless practice is more relevant than ever. Meditation is no longer confined to mountain tops or monastic silence; it is a living tradition that continues to evolve, embracing all cultures and lifestyles.
What exactly is meditation? Is it reserved for the spiritually advanced—or can anyone learn to quiet the mind and find peace within? Must one sit cross-legged for hours, or can meditation take root in the midst of daily life?
Join us this October for the Meditation Festival, a unique 2-week event, exploring the many faces of meditation. Each evening, beginning Monday 20th October 2025 at 6.30 PM, a different event will unfold —through guided practices, inspiring talks, music and more – discover how meditation can awaken peace, clarity, strength, inner fulfilment and joy —qualities that uplift not just the individual, but the world around us.
ADMISSION FREE. No prior experience necessary. Come as you are—leave with a deeper connection to who you truly are.
Presented by the Dublin Sri Chinmoy Centre
Monday, 20 October, 6.30 – 8pm
Master class ‘How can meditation change your life?’
Nirbhasa Magee
Nirbhasa, an IT specialist and social care worker from Ireland, will share his meditation experiences and how the path of meditation unexpectedly led him to discovery of new capacities and talents.
Nirbhasa will also share some of his favorite meditation exercises.
Tuesday, 21 October, 6.30 – 8pm
Master Class on ‘Self-Transcendence, Sport and Meditation’
Abhejali Bernardova
Abhejali is the Oceans Seven swimmer and an ultramarathoner from a Czech Republic, who quietly and unassumingly continues to push the bar of human endurance. She atributes her acheivements to the power of meditation and will share her tips for reaching your full potential in any area of life.
Wednesday, 22 October, 6.30 – 8pm
2-Part Masterclass “Silence in Music”
Jigyasu Tervo
In part 1, Jigyasu Tervo, a professional musician from Finland and a meditator of 30 years, will share his experience of how music enhances meditation and how meditation can affect the sense of music and musical abilities
In part 2, the participants of the masterclass together with the musician, will be able to join in various mantras and meditative songs.
Thursday, 23 October, 6.30 – 8pm
Friday, 24 October, 6.30 – 8pm
“Songs of Peace” – Concert Programme of meditative music
International music group, “Inspiration Songs”, will perform arrangements of songs by meditation teacher and composer Sri Chinmoy followed by sing-along.
Saturday, 25 October, 10.30am – 12pm
Meditation Workshop
28 – 31 October (Tuesday-Friday), 6.30 – 8pm
4 – Night Meditation Course
Abhinandan Willis
Abhinandan lives in Australia and has been meditating for over 20 years. He has lectured in over a dozen countries and loves spending time with anyone who would like to learn more about meditation. He is a keen runner and works professionally managing mass-participation running events.
To register please call or text: 085-1450880 or use the form at the bottom of this page.