# Event Details - **Event Name**: Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am – Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Tibetan Cultural Day 10am-3pm Pack a lunch & join the monks for a meal 11:30am- 12:30pm Sand Mandala Dissolution Ceremony 1pm $20About this EventOpening Ceremony & Consecration of the Peace Sand MandalaTibetan Buddhist Ritual of Blessing, Peace & CompassionWednesday, December 17 · 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMPHES Gallery · Carlsbad, CAJoin us for an extraordinary and sacred evening as six Tibetan Buddhist monks from the Gaden Shartse Monastery begin the creation of a traditional Peace Sand Mandala at PHES Gallery. This profound opening ceremony features ancient chants, prayers, and rituals that consecrate the space and invite blessings of peace, compassion, and healing for all beings.The mandala—created grain by grain over several days—is a powerful spiritual symbol representing harmony, wisdom, interconnection, and the impermanence of all things. Witnessing its consecration is a rare experience offered by authentic lineage monks who carry centuries of tradition.All funds raised directly support the 1,700 monks who live, study, and practice at Gaden Shartse Monastery.What to Expect✨ Sacred Tibetan Chants & PrayersThe monks will open the ceremony with traditional chanting, invoking peace and setting the spiritual tone for the creation of the mandala.✨ Consecration RitualA formal blessing of the mandala site using ritual instruments, incense, holy water, and symbolic gestures to purify the space and prepare it for the multi-day creation.✨ Introduction to the MandalaLearn about the meaning, purpose, and symbolism of the Peace Sand Mandala and how it is used as a tool for meditation, compassion, and healing.✨ Opening of the Tibetan MarketplaceBeautiful handmade arts, crafts, jewelry, and ritual items will be available for purchase—supporting the monks’ monastery and cultural preservation.Event Details? Date: Wednesday, December 17⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM? Location:PHES Gallery2633 State StreetCarlsbad, CA 92008? Suggested Donation: $20All funds support the 1,700 monks of Gaden Shartse Monastery.Why Attend?Experience a rare Tibetan Buddhist consecration ceremonyWitness the beginning of a sacred mandala created grain by grainReceive blessings for peace, compassion, and harmonySupport the monks’ monastic community and cultural traditionsParticipate in a meaningful spiritual gathering open to all https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/cf1cd6e0-cc02-11f0-b3a2-69e2981d0cde-rimg-w572-h740-dcf0edea-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carlsbad/tibetan-cultural-day-and-dissolution-of-peace-sand-mandala-ceremony/100001975667221844 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, nonprofit, meditation, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Carlsbad - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: PHES Gallery - **lat**: 33.1632108 - **long**: -117.3522562 - **full address**: PHES Gallery, 2633 State Street, Carlsbad, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/db79a2eeac9fc72e77fcd516b31d6f0737ad8ce02e26316c696fa88b555e2d2d-rimg-w964-h516-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1764297307 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony being held? - **A:** Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony takes place on Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 03:00 pm at PHES Gallery, 2633 State Street, Carlsbad, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony? - **A:** Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony is organized by EcoLove Transitions. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Tibetan Cultural Day & Dissolution of Peace Sand Mandala Ceremony is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carlsbad, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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