Tibetan Sand Mandala at KANEKO
June 1-12
Experience the profound artistry of Tibetan Buddhism as monks from the Gaden Shartse Monastery create a sacred sand mandala at KANEKO. Visitors are invited to witness this extraordinary process as the monks meticulously place colored sand grains to form an intricate design dedicated to the Medicine Buddha.
Observe as this masterful creation takes shape through ancient ritual techniques. The experience culminates in a special dissolution ceremony where the monks ritually sweep away their painstaking creation – a powerful reminder of life’s impermanence.
Join us for this rare opportunity to witness both the meditative creation process and the moving ceremony. All are welcome to this unique cultural experience.
Event Details:
Opening Ceremony of the Mandala
Sunday, June 1, 2025
1:00 pm
Tibetan Sand Mandala Opening is a live, sacred art ceremony dedicated to The Medicine Buddha. Viewing this detailed Mandala opens the mind and awakens the spirit. When a Mandala is built of sand, the goodness it brings multiplies by the number of grains of sand it contains. KANEKO gallery open 1-6 pm.
Creation: Medicine Buddha Sand Mandala
June 2-12, 2025
11:00 am- 5:00 pm
Live Sacred Art: Daily Viewing
Closing Ceremony of the Sand Mandala
June 12, 2025
7:00 pm
Impermanence Ceremony: This meditative commencement of the Mandala practice culminates with the destruction of the Mandala, signifying the transience of life. Experience an ancient traditional ceremony of blessings & compassion. Participants are blessed with a small piece of the Mandala for their own use.
$10 Adults/ Children Free
Learn more and see the full schedule of events.
Parking: KANEKO is located in three turn-of-the-century warehouses in Omaha’s historic Old Market district. Street, meter, and service lot parking are available throughout the Old Market.
Enter: Please enter through our East KANEKO atrium doors on 11th & Jones Streets.
Accessibility: Our facilities are completely ADA accessible. As an organization that encourages the exploration of the creative process, we strive to make sure everyone feels safe and welcome in our space. If you have any accessibility needs, please reach out to us at least 48 hours in advance of this event at info@thekaneko.org
Donations welcomed
Proceeds from fundraising events benefit the Gaden Shartse Monastery's effort to preserve the education, spiritual and cultural traditions of Tibet.
