Walk for Peace LA
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Flyer here
The Theravāda Buddhist monks, from the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center, are set to complete their 2,300+ mile journey in Washington D.C. on February 10th.
Inspired by these monks and with appreciation for the journey they have walked, we will have a Walk for Peace LA on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
This will be a silent, mindful walk, without signs or chanting.
If you would like to support the walk financially, you can do so on Venmo at @sanghahousela. All donations will go directly to Walk expenses.
Event Program:
- 9:00 AM: Begin arriving at Pershing Square (parking & public transit information): sitting meditation, mindful movement, short dharma talk
- 10:00 AM: Silent walk to Vista Hermosa Park
- 11:30 AM (estimated): Arrival at Vista Hermosa Park
- 12:00 PM (estimated): Guided loving-kindness meditation, closing remarks
After closing remarks, everyone is invited to stay at the park and have lunch together in community. BYO packed lunch.
What to bring:
Hat, water, sunscreen, picnic lunch (optional), blanket (optional)
What to wear:
If you wish, you are invited to wear clothes that represent your spiritual tradition (optional)
Walking route:
Starting point: Pershing Square
1.25 mile urban route includes a slight incline and one set of stairs (subject to change)
We will observe traffic signals at all intersections, with support from event volunteers
Ending point: Vista Hermosa Park
Public transit instructions to return to Pershing Square from Vista Hermosa Park
Facilities:
There is a bathroom at Pershing Square. The bathroom at Vista Hermosa Park (site map) is next to the amphitheater.
Vista Hermosa Park has an accessible ramp. If you have mobility concerns for the walk, please reach out to sanghahousela@gmail.com.
Organized by:
This initiative started at Sangha House LA, and is being co-organized with the help of many. We are grateful for all of the support so far! If you are able and willing to volunteer, please reach out to us at sanghahousela@gmail.com.
Event photo from Jack Bradshaw | The Daily Gamecock