Events

You can find the latest information on BZC’s upcoming zazen schedule, retreats, classes, workshops, and other offerings here. Use the filters on the left to sort by location and event type, or use the calendar to see events on a given day. Click on any event for more information and to register.

For information on engaged practice groups, please see here and contact the groups directly for details on their offerings.

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In Person
Zazen (Meditation)
Millerton Zendo

Recurrent

Update on Millerton Zendo

As Brooklyn Zen Center is moving to consolidate its operations in Brooklyn, the Millerton Zendo sangha has responded by forming an independent community called Mountain Colors Zen. They will continue their practice under the guidance of Tova Green, a dharma-transmitted teacher from San Francisco Zen Center and former Branching Streams director. With support from a new fiscal sponsor and a major donor, they have secured their space and will continue offering regular sits and guest teacher dharma talks. You can stay connected by requesting to join the Millerton Zendo Community Listserv.

In Person
Special Offering
Boundless Mind Temple

June 6, 2026 – July 11, 2026

BZC Art Auction Fundraiser – June 6–July 11

We're excited to announce our first-ever art auction and fundraiser at Brooklyn Zen Center! Works donated by members of our Sangha community will be displayed  — a living exhibition for the community to experience, contemplate, and share together, visible to all who visit for programs, practice, and events. The show culminates in a Final Auction Celebration on Saturday, July 11th, with both in-person and online bidding.

Pinned Event
Online
Zazen (Meditation)

Recurrent

Online Morning Meditation (Monday–Friday)

BZC’s online morning meditation sessions are open to the public and is offered Monday through Friday starting at 7:30 AM EST.

In Person
Online
Dharma Offering
Boundless Mind Temple

Recurrent

Way-Seeking Mind Talks with Sarah Sensei & Charlie Sensei (June 10 & 24)

Join us for Way Seeking Mind Talks with Charlie Sensei (June 10) and Sarah Sensei (June 24).

Online
Dharma Offering

Recurrent

Parent/Caregiver Sangha

Online sangha for parents and caregivers exploring dharma with Sarah Dōjin Emerson. Thursdays monthly, 7-8:15 PM ET.

In Person
Online
Retreat
Boundless Mind Temple

June 27, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

One Day Sit: Dhamma of Love and Justice, Practicing with B.R. Ambedkar as Engaged Buddhists Today

A day of sitting and walking meditation, dharma talk, and group reflection, exploring B.R. Ambedkar's approach to engaged Buddhist practice with Dhamma teacher and scholar Maitriveer Nagarjuna. Register by June 22.

Online
Class

Recurrent

Befriending Zen Koans (Wednesdays, July 8–29)

Koans are short Zen dialogues that open inquiry into the heart of practice and awakening. Join us each week as we bring up koans for active discussion, offering and receiving support to meet the dynamic challenges of these stories, Zen practice, and our lives.

In Person
Online
Dharma Offering
Boundless Mind Temple

July 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:40 PM

Saturday Morning Program

Join us for our in-person Saturday morning meditation program at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, which will include zazen, service, and a dharma talk by Sarah Dōjin Emerson at 11:20 AM ET.

In Person
Special Offering
Manhattan - location TBC

July 12, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Day of Remembering Our Interdependence

Led by MahaSangha NYC, this inter-borough pilgrimage and day-long practice is a collective, collaborative response grounded in loving-kindness, compassion, and the Dharma.

In Person
Zazen (Meditation)
Boundless Mind Temple

July 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:45 PM

Shikantaza (Just Sitting) Saturday

Join our peer-led Shikantaza Saturday at Boundless Mind Temple - "just sitting" meditation in the Soto Zen tradition. Multiple zazen periods, arrive anytime.