Midsummer’s Day Celebration with Venerable Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche & Dungse Jampal Norbu
In 1972
Retreat Center
4k Retreats
Standard [$50], Supporter [$108], Benefactor [$250] Meals Included
Program Details
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
You are warmly invited to a day of blessings, reunion and sacred connection under the radiant summer sky. Join us at DMC and the Great Stupa of Dharmakaya for this auspicious occasion as Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche and Dungse Jampal Norbu lead us in the Riwo Sangchö ceremony.
The Riwo Sangchö, or The Mountain of Burnt Offerings, is a renowned Lhasang (juniper smoke offering) ritual and practice bringing together the most profound teachings of Buddha Dharma with everyday reality. It is a powerful means of making offerings to and connecting with Guru Rinpoche, all the buddhas and bodhisattvas, and all the elemental beings and dralas of this world. It is effective in purifying sickness, removing obstacles, and averting negativity. The practice is particularly potent when performed on the Solstice and Equinox.
Schedule:
• 11:00-12:30 – Werma in Rigden Shrine Room / Sadhana of Mahamudra at the Stupa
• 12:30-1:30 – Lunch for those who register
• 1:30-2:00 – Gather at the Stupa
• 2:00-3:30 – Riwo Sangcho Ceremony with Venerable Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche and
Dungse Jampal Norbu. Rinpoche will give a short talk and a blessing.
• 3:30-430 – Brief DMC and Stupa updates with refreshments
Price Options:
Offer What You Can: It keeps the event accessible for all!
• Standard: $50 Covers actual costs
• Supporter: $108 Helps subsidize others
• Benefactor: $250+: For those who want to help sponsor the event
Retreat Faculty
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche is the founder and spiritual head of Mangala Shri Bhuti. He is a lineage-holder in the Longchen Nyingtik and Khen-Kong-Chok-Sum traditions of the Nyingma Lineage. He is the author of several books, including Training in Tenderness and Peaceful Heart.
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
Rigden Lodge
Rigden Lodge also hosts some of our programs in the Rigden Shrine Room, and has a large common area next to the shrine room where guests can spend their time, make a cup of tea, have conversations, or just relax. Programs may continue in the Shrine Room until up to 10:30 pm each night.
Rigden also boasts a large deck area where you can relax, practice yoga or meditation, or simply enjoy the mountain view.
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Dormitories
The Dormitories in Rigden Lodge offer beds for up to 7-8 people.
The dorms are gender-segregated with men in their own dorm and women in another. The dorms use a shared bathroom down the hall, which is also equipped with shower stalls.
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Monk Rooms
Monk rooms are a cost-effective option for participants looking for indoor, solitary lodging, but who don’t mind using a shared bathroom or are looking for a more affordable retreat solution. These rooms are in the same hall as the Ridgen Dormitories, but offer more privacy than the dorms.
In addition to a bed, bedding, a private room and closet, the monk rooms also have a large window and a desk and desk chair for added comfort.
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Single Rooms
Single rooms are the perfect choice for a retreat where you want both your own space and your own bathroom. Each room offers a little more space, a dresser and closet, and a 3/4s bathroom (toilet, sink, and shower, no bathtub) attached to each room.
Hand soap is provided in all DMC bathrooms but DMC does not provide Shampoo, Conditioner, or Body Soap.
If participants forget their shampoo, conditioner, or other toiletries, there is a small selection available in the DMC gift store.
DiscoverThe Great Stupa of
Dharmakaya
The Great Stupa of Dharmakaya rises above the wooded hills, standing 108 feet tall in Drala Mountain Center’s valley.
Built for Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, it is one of North America’s most significant Buddhist structures, inspiring peace and compassion.
Check in Instructions
All participants must check in at our Guest Services Cabin. Check-in takes place from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm on your program start date.
(After hours guests will have a packet next to the door).
Your program begins with orientation, followed by dinner. Please see your retreat's registration page for information about the program content, scheduling, and any other details about the program.
Further specifics regarding your program's schedule will be available upon arrival.
