# Event Details - **Event Name**: Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Men's Day at Maitreya a relaxing, supportive gathering of men ======================= Join us for an afternoon of caring connection with men of all ages. We gather to nurture and restore ourselves. We gather to share our experiences, to sing a song or two, to sweat and soak together, and to share a meal. All are wanted, all are welcome...exactly as you are. Special treat! We'll be experiencing the vibrational magic and medicine of Sam David and Thomas Cee for our sauna sound session. They are phenomenal artists and healers with a deep devotion to the power of sound and intention. This space is held by Daniel Mollner and lightly facilitated with plenty of room for group and individual input. Everything in the schedule is optional. You may come and go as you like. Each man is at choice at all times and encouraged to take 100% responsibility for his experience. See the schedule below. Arrive and depart any time you wish. Maitreya is normally closed on Wednesdays and we've got all it to ourselves for this special gathering. Bring your own towel and enter through the side gate. SCHEDULE (You may soak, sweat, relax, etc. at any time during this schedule) 1:00pm Doors open 2:00pm Opening invocation 3:00pm Sauna sound and song healing 4:00pm Support circle 5:00pm Potluck (bring a dish to share) 6:30pm Blessings and goodbyes 7:00pm Depart /// Potluck is a shared meal with each man contributing something food or drink wise. Please bring something you have prepared yourself if possible and not a deli or take out type item. This portion of the gathering while being fun and delicious is also very intentional and making food for each other is a powerful way to nurture one another. /// Bring your own towel! /// Park in the back lot and enter through the side gate. Register and buy tickets before arriving! More info and registration at: https://www.danielmollner.com/event-details/mens-day-at-maitreya-2026-09-09-13-00 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/mens-day-at-maitreya-a-relaxing-supportive-gathering-of-men/200030501389837 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 17 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Cruz - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Maitreya Zen Garden and Healing Retreat - **lat**: 36.9807319 - **long**: -122.0169598 - **full address**: Maitreya Zen Garden and Healing Retreat, 708 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4169, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/278d03d16b29a93a1f7f84e7b33898b4cc9b37d2aa81230ee7eedc93ab5b5dab-rimg-w980-h653-dce8f8e8-gmir?v=1788181471 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men being held? - **A:** Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men takes place on Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Maitreya Zen Garden and Healing Retreat, 708 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4169, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men? - **A:** Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men is organized by Ecstatic Dance Santa Cruz. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Men's Day at Maitreya: a relaxing, supportive gathering of men is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Cruz, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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