Katina Robe Offering Ceremony 2026
A Special Day of Generosity, Gratitude, and Community
You are warmly invited to join the Katina Robe Offering Ceremony at Wisdom Meditation Center. Come together with the monastic community and fellow devotees to offer the Katina robe, listen to the Dhamma, share merits, and enjoy a meal together.
All are welcome, whether you have attended before or are experiencing this tradition for the first time.
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Time
- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Location
- Wisdom Meditation Center
70 Waker Ave, Allentown, NJ 08501
About the Katina Ceremony
The Katina ceremony is a cherished Buddhist tradition held after the annual rains retreat. It is a special opportunity for lay devotees to offer a robe to the Sangha and support the monastic community.
This meaningful gathering celebrates generosity, gratitude, and the connection between the monks and the community.
Program Schedule
- 9:00 AMGathering and preparations for the ceremonial procession
- 9:30 AMCeremonial procession with the Katina robe
- 10:00 AMFood offering to the Buddha
- 10:50 AMKatina robe offering ceremony and alms offering to the monks
- 12:00 PMDhamma talk and sharing of merits
- 12:45 PMFree lunch for all participants
Plan Your Visit
Please arrive before 9:30 AM if you would like to join the ceremonial procession.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Free lunch will be offered to all participants at 12:45 PM.
You are welcome to join us for the entire ceremony or any part of the program that fits your schedule.
Venue: Wisdom Meditation Center
Address: 70 Waker Ave, Allentown, NJ 08501
We look forward to sharing this special day with you.