# Event Details - **Event Name**: BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us as we gather in person to celebrate the Buddha's life.About this EventEvent: Vesak is the traditional Buddhist celebration of the birth, awakening, and death of the Buddha. Let's gather in person to mark the occasion! Everyone is welcome.We'll share the story of the Buddha's life, sit, chant, engage in a cord ceremony, enjoy light refreshments, and have time to meet and connect with meditation friends face to face. This year, we will have the opportunity to hear some of our sitting group leaders reflect on the power of community gathering.Registration: This event is free and open to all. Please register as the venue has limited capacity. By registering, you will also receive reminder emails.Health and Safety:Masks will be optional for this gathering. Please stay home if you have any cold/flu-like symptoms.Scent-free space: please refrain from using scented products to support those in our community with scent allergies.Parking: If you park on the street, please be attentive to any parking restrictions in the neighbourhood. Please note that street parking is limited so we encourage public transit or carpooling.Dharma Book and Gear Swap: Do you have Dharma books that are gathering dust? Is your meditation cushion just not working for you? Bring them along! Leave what you're done with, and take home new treasures. *We appreciate your care in curating the items you bring to swap. Please refrain from bringing scented items such as incense and aromatherapy oils to swap.Bring a snack to share: If sharing food in community brings you joy, we invite you to bring a snack to share! Labelling if an item is gluten free or vegan is really helpful to our sangha. Note that we will not have serving supplies on hand, so "finger food" is best. Tea will be provided.Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Adrianne Ross at adrianne108@gmail.com. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/bcims-vesak-community-gathering-and-swap-may-9-2026/100001985467976164 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vancouver - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church - **lat**: 49.2589334 - **long**: -123.1240685 - **full address**: St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, West 14th Avenue, Vancouver, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ab04b16fe14cb819642898225ee130dce0f1cf65578a675209e5194e2dc73458-rimg-w1200-h629-dcb1ebbc-gmir.jpg?v=1774024861 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 being held? - **A:** BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, West 14th Avenue, Vancouver, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026? - **A:** BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 is organized by BC Insight Meditation Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** BCIMS Vesak Community Gathering and Swap - May 9, 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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