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Kadampa Meditation Center New York City

About

Kadampa Meditation Center New York City is a highly regarded spiritual and wellness destination nestled in the heart of Manhattan, offering a peaceful refuge from the energy of city life. Located on West 24th Street, this welcoming center has earned an outstanding reputation among its community, reflected in its near-perfect rating from hundreds of devoted visitors and regular practitioners.

The center blends the ancient wisdom of Kadampa Buddhism with accessible, modern teaching methods, making meditation and mindfulness practices approachable for people of all backgrounds and experience levels. Whether someone is stepping onto a meditation cushion for the very first time or deepening a long-established practice, the warm and supportive environment here meets each individual exactly where they are.

Classes, workshops, and special events are offered throughout the week, covering topics such as breathing techniques, stress relief, guided meditation, and Buddhist philosophy. The teaching style is clear, compassionate, and grounded in practical application, helping students carry the benefits of their practice into everyday New York City life.

The space itself is thoughtfully designed to inspire calm and reflection, offering a genuine sense of sanctuary within one of the world's busiest cities. Recognized as both a place of worship and a hub for holistic health, Kadampa Meditation Center New York City continues to serve as a transformative gathering place for anyone seeking greater peace, clarity, and well-being in their daily lives.

Events

Upcoming

13 events
The Life of a BodhisattvaWORKSHOP
11 Apr 202611 Apr 2026

The Life of a Bodhisattva

Explore the inspiring path of the Bodhisattva—spiritual practitioners committed to awakening and ser...

New York, NY

Buddha's Enlightenment Day Two-Day Fasting RetreatRETREAT
17 Apr 202618 Apr 2026

Buddha's Enlightenment Day Two-Day Fasting Retreat

Honor Buddha's Enlightenment with an intensive two-day fasting retreat combining meditation, ritual,...

New York, NY

US National FestivalFESTIVAL
24 Apr 202629 Apr 2026

US National Festival

Join hundreds of Buddhist practitioners from across the Northeast at the US National Festival, a mul...

Glen Spey, NY

Developing Spiritual ConfidenceWORKSHOP
2 May 20262 May 2026

Developing Spiritual Confidence

Build genuine confidence in your spiritual path and personal capabilities with Helen Donaldson at KM...

New York, NY

Understanding MahamudraWORKSHOP
9 May 20269 May 2026

Understanding Mahamudra

Dive deep into Mahamudra, the supreme meditation practice in Tibetan Buddhism, with Kadam Morten at ...

New York, NY

Learn the Fundamentals of Buddhist MeditationWORKSHOP
16 May 202616 May 2026

Learn the Fundamentals of Buddhist Meditation

Learn essential Buddhist meditation techniques and philosophy with Sanna Tasala at KMC NYC. This fou...

New York, NY

Spring Festival 2026FESTIVAL
22 May 202627 May 2026

Spring Festival 2026

Experience a week-long international Buddhist festival at the beautiful Manjushri Kadampa Meditation...

Ulverston, Cumbria

The Art of AcceptanceWORKSHOP
23 May 202623 May 2026

The Art of Acceptance

Transform your relationship to difficulty through the Buddhist practice of acceptance with Daniel Ko...

New York, NY

The Unceasing MindWORKSHOP
30 May 202630 May 2026

The Unceasing Mind

Explore the nature and continuity of consciousness through Buddhist meditation and philosophy with K...

New York, NY

Summer Festival 2026FESTIVAL
24 July 20268 Aug 2026

Summer Festival 2026

Immerse yourself in an extended international Buddhist retreat at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Cente...

Ulverston, Cumbria

The Annual Northeast Dharma CelebrationFESTIVAL
4 Sept 20267 Sept 2026

The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration

Join the Northeast's most important Buddhist gathering—The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration at Te...

Glen Spey, NY

Fall Festival 2026FESTIVAL
9 Oct 202615 Oct 2026

Fall Festival 2026

Experience autumn Buddhist practice at the international Fall Festival 2026 (October 9-15) held at K...

Malaga, Andalusia

Country Retreat 2026RETREAT
6 Nov 20269 Nov 2026

Country Retreat 2026

Join Kadam Morten for an intimate four-day country retreat at Temple for World Peace (November 6-9)....

Glen Spey, NY

Past Events

5 events
Swift Wisdom, Swift Action - An Introduction to Green Tara PracticeWORKSHOP
28 Mar 202628 Mar 2026

Swift Wisdom, Swift Action - An Introduction to Green Tara Practice

Explore Green Tara practice, a compassionate Buddha who swiftly answers the calls of those who seek ...

New York, NY

Prayers for World PeaceCLASS
29 Mar 2026

Prayers for World Peace

Join a brief but powerful 30-minute prayer ceremony every Sunday morning at KMC NYC. These communal ...

New York, NY

Nurturing the Generous HeartCLASS
30 Mar 2026

Nurturing the Generous Heart

Attend Tuesday morning meditation and teachings on generosity at KMC NYC (11:15am-12:45pm). "Nurturi...

New York, NY

Heart Jewel - Chanted Prayers and MeditationCLASS
30 Mar 2026

Heart Jewel - Chanted Prayers and Meditation

Join evening chanted prayers and meditation every weekday (5:15-6:15pm) at KMC NYC. Heart Jewel comb...

New York, NY

The Power of MeditationWORKSHOP
4 Apr 20264 Apr 2026

The Power of Meditation

Discover the transformative power of meditation in your daily life with Tracy O'Shaughnessy at KMC N...

New York, NY

Reviews

Google
★★★★★4.9(212)
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Patty Kowalchuk
★★★★★

What an amazing space with amazing teachers! First time visiting and felt completely welcome and comfortable- no pressure to do anything but enjoy the teaching and enjoy a guided meditation. What a refuge for peace in NYC. I’ll be back!

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Jessica Rispoli
★★★★★

This is my favorite place in all of NYC. There are classes available multiple time every day. Beginners as always welcome. If you are at all curious about meditation this is a great place to start. The classes are all very affordable.

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Sarah Krembs
★★★★★

Required reading. Never tried, doesn't matter. I did an intensive three days last year in the Berkshires on meditation, but still struggle at home. Floored by not only the space the but the education level of the instructor/teacher/guide (ha, i should prolly have terminology down). New? Curious? Atheist? Christian? Doesn't matter. Drop in.

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Jean Santos
★★★★★

Beautiful peaceful space. It's I strange feeling of calm and content. Definitely would go often if I lived nearby!

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Andrea Guskin
★★★★★

I have been attending classes at KMCNYC since 2019 . The community here is warm and welcoming and the teachings are so clear-and accessible. Also, such a lovely space to meditate--feels like an oasis of peace within the city. Highly recommend!