ONE DAY TICKETS
& FULL FESTIVAL TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!
11 - 13 September
from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Awaken your heart, expand your mind, and celebrate community at the Big Love Festival 2026 a one-of-a-kind gathering of spirituality, creativity, and connection in the beautiful natural surroundings of Chenrezig Institute.
The Big Love Experience
Step into three unforgettable days of inspiration, healing, and joy!
The Big Love Festival brings together ancient wisdom and modern creativity in a celebration of music, mindfulness, movement and community.
Across three days, explore practices, traditions and experiences that nourish the body, open the mind and create space for connection — from yoga and meditation to Dharma teachings, Tibetan culture, live music, art and creative workshops.
Something for Everyone
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Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork
Move, breathe and reconnect through daily yoga, meditation, pranayama and embodied mindfulness practices.
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Dharma & Self-Discovery
Explore Buddhist teachings and practices through talks, workshops, meditation, self-inquiry and guided sessions led by inspiring teachers and facilitators.
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Sand Mandala
Witness the creation of a traditional Sand Mandala in the Gompa each day - a beautiful ritual reflecting patience, compassion, impermanence and interconnectedness.
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Tibetan Culture & Movement
Discover Tibetan traditions through music and dance workshops led by Topyal and Tsering, celebrating culture through sound, movement and storytelling.
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Art & Creativity
Explore interactive art spaces, exhibitions and creative workshops designed to spark curiosity, imagination and self-expression.
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Dharma Kids
A dedicated space for children aged 5–13, with mindful activities, creativity, play and opportunities to connect.
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Food & Community
Enjoy delicious vegetarian world cuisine, fresh chai and a selection of ethical market stalls while connecting with the Big Love community.
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Live Music & Sound
Experience soulful live performances, traditional Tibetan chanting and immersive sound experiences throughout the festival.
Meet the Artists
This year’s featured artists bring rich traditions, creative brilliance, and a shared passion for connection through sound.
Gyumed Tantric Monastery Monks
Experience the powerful Lion’s Roar chanting each evening, creating a resonant and meditative soundscape rooted in centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Tenzin Choegyal
Master of traditional Tibetan song, Tenzin blends his rich cultural heritage with contemporary sounds to create powerful, meditative performances that connect across cultures.
Chris Lane
Multi-instrumentalist Chris Lane creates captivating melodies on slide guitar, harmonica and woodwinds. His music blends soulful sounds with a deep sense of connection and solace
Andrea Kirwin
Australian singer-songwriter Andrea Kirwin captivates audiences with soulful folk, roots and acoustic music celebrating compassion, connection and community.
Mago Menla
Dutch didjeridu player and sound healer, Mago Menla combines breathwork, meditation and sound to create immersive experiences for relaxation, connection and self-awareness.
Rebecca Thompson
Singer, musician and sound medicine practitioner, Rebecca Thompson shares acoustic heart songs, devotional mantra and sacred music, creating warm spaces to soften, sing, listen and reconnect.
Caroline Trengove
Professional musician and member of Kirtananda, Caroline Trengove shares the joy of sacred chanting through uplifting kirtan, blending harmonium, violin, percussion and simple Sanskrit mantras.
More Voices of the Big Love Festival
Throughout the festival, a diverse group of teachers, presenters and facilitators will share their knowledge, stories and practices, creating opportunities to learn, reflect and connect.
Ven Tenpa
Buddhist monk and scholar, Ven. Tenpa brings together decades of Buddhist study with a background in law and academia. He shares the Dharma in a clear, accessible and engaging way, with a dash of spicy humour.
Ven Tsultrim
Buddhist nun and counsellor, Ven. Tsultrim combines years of Buddhist study and retreat with her work supporting wellbeing and mental resilience. She shares practical approaches to mindfulness and cultivating greater contentment in everyday life.
Corey Jackson
Researcher and Buddhist scholar, Corey Jackson explores the intersection of scientific and contemplative traditions. His work examines how mindfulness can support mental wellbeing.
Rob and Kate Foster
Facilitators of the annual Women’s and Men’s Retreats, Kate and Rob bring over 50 years of combined experience in healing and therapeutic practices. Their work combines mindfulness, compassion and connection to support healing and personal transformation.
Sharleen Fox
Through Healing Minds And Wellness, Sharleen creates warm, welcoming spaces for connection and wellbeing. As a yoga teacher, sound facilitator and women’s wellness practitioner, she blends movement, meditation and sound to help people slow down, reconnect and feel grounded.
Jandamarra Cadd
Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist and storyteller, Jandamarra creates vibrant, expressive works exploring identity, connection and healing. Through art and storytelling, he invites us to reconnect with ourselves and each other.
Erin Lee
Founder of The Mindful Yoga School, Erin invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect through mindful movement. Her gentle, reflective approach explores how yoga can support a calmer mind, an open heart and a more intentional way of living.
Sherab Holley
Having discovered Buddhism in her early twenties, Sherab has spent 25 years studying and practising Tibetan Buddhism, including 14 years as a Buddhist nun. A classical violinist and naturopath, she combines Buddhist practice with her passion for physical and mental wellbeing, leading meditation sessions and retreats.
Robert Davidson
Composer, bassist and founder of Topology, Robert Davidson has had his works performed around the world. He has composed for leading orchestras, ensembles and festivals, and collaborated with artists including Tenzin Choegyal and Katie Noonan.
Rebecca Thompson
Yoga teacher, embodiment coach and therapist, Rebecca Thompson has spent over 30 years exploring the relationship between body, mind and spirit. Her teaching invites us to move beyond perfect shapes and come home to presence, connection and self-awareness.
Explore the Big Love Festival Program
In the Garden of Enlightenment
Move, breathe, listen and celebrate through yoga, music, cultural performances and community
Friday 11th
10AM - 11:30AM
Yoga and guided meditation
11:30PM - 1PM
Delicious vegetarian picnic lunch boxes
Complimentary with BLF ticket
1:30PM - 3PM
Mago Menla Workshop
with Didjeridu, Pranayama and Breathwork
4PM - 5PM
Sound Immersion
with Mago Menla and Caroline Trengove
5:30PM
Opening ceremony procession
from Big Love Cafe to Garden of Enlightenment with lanterns and Lion Dance
6:30PM
Evening concert
with Tenzin Choegyal and Robert Davidson
Saturday 12th
10AM - 11:30AM
Yoga and guided meditation
with Rebecca Thompson
11:30PM - 1PM
Delicious vegetarian picnic lunch boxes
Complimentary with BLF ticket
1:30PM - 3PM
Cultural performances
4PM - 5:30PM
Soundscape
with Rebecca Thompson
6:30PM
Evening concert
Andrea Kirwin and band
Sunday 13th
10AM - 11:30AM
Yoga and guided meditation
with Sharlene Fox
11:30PM - 1PM
Delicious vegetarian picnic lunch boxes
Complimentary with BLF ticket
1:30PM - 3PM
Cultural performances
4PM - 5PM
Soundscape with Chris Lane
(featuring Gyumed Tantric monks)
Friday 11th
10AM - 11:30AM
Venerable Tenpa
Are Buddhists Jedi Masters? Buddhism & the Hero’s Journey Through Life
1:30PM - 3PM
Venerable Tsultrim
From Interdependence to Peace: Understanding Our Connection with One Another
In the Wellbeing Centre
Explore Buddhist wisdom, compassion and connection through talks and conversations
Saturday 12th
10AM - 11:30AM
Corey Jackson
Ground State: Timeless Clarity, Kindness and Compassion for the 21st Century
1:30PM - 3PM
Kate & Rob Foster
Healing Through Compassion: Meditation and Healing Ritual Exploring the Transformative Power of Compassion
Sunday 13th
10AM - 11:30AM
Jandamarra
Coming Back to Our Belonging: Through Remembering Who We Really Are
1:30PM - 3PM
Sherab Holley
Mindfulness Meditation for Modern Life: Practical Instruction, Guided Meditation, and Techniques to Help You Begin - or Deepen - Your Regular Meditation Practice
And daily…
In the Gompa
Daily, 9AM - 4PM
Tibetan Buddhism Sand Mandala
In the Nalanda Masters Garden
Daily, 10AM - 11:30AM and 2PM - 3:30PM
Pet Blessings
At the Art Studio
Slow down, get creative and discover the meditative process of traditional Buddhist art
Traditional Buddhist Painting Workshop
Immerse yourself in the meditative process of traditional Tibetan Buddhist art. Choose from hand-drawn designs by local Thangka artists Jane Shamrock and Sally Peters, including the Eight Auspicious Symbols, Shakyamuni Buddha and mandala designs.
Jane Shamrock will guide you through the painting process, sharing the meaning and symbolism behind the traditional imagery. Create your own piece at your own pace - no previous experience necessary.
11 & 12 September · 10:00 - 11:30 am and 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Donation-based
📍 Chenrezig Institute Art Studio
Holy Object Painting Session
Slow down, get creative and explore the contemplative process of Buddhist art in this relaxed drop-in session. Choose and purchase an unpainted holy object or plaster artwork, then paint it at your own pace.
No booking or previous experience is required. Simply drop in, choose your piece enjoy a peaceful creative experience, and take your finished artwork home with you.
11-13 September · Drop-in between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
No booking required
📍 Chenrezig Institute Art Studio
BOOK TICKETS
BOOK TICKETS
$125 – 3 Day Pass
Experience the full Big Love Festival from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th September, with access to all three days of music, art, wellness, Tibetan culture and community. With the 3 Day Pass, you won’t miss a moment, from the opening beats to the final celebration. It’s the full Big Love experience, start to finish!
Valid: Friday 11th - Sunday 13th September
Includes: Full festival access + 3 meals, one meal per day
$50 - Day Pass
Choose any one day of the Big Love Festival - Friday 11th, Saturday 12th, or Sunday 13th September - and enjoy a full day of music, art, wellness, culture and community. Pick your day and make it your own!
Valid: One day only - Friday, Saturday or Sunday
Includes: Full festival access for the day + 1 meal on your chosen day
Important: When purchasing, the ticket specifies date, but the Day Pass is valid for any one day of the festival
18s & Under — FREE
Children and teens aged 18 and under can attend the Big Love Festival for free
Getting Here
By car
Festival parking is available at Wominjeka Park (88 Highlands Rd, Eudlo). A free shuttle bus will run regularly between the car park and the festival site.
Parking is available for a gold coin donation, with all donations supporting fundraising initiatives at Chenrezig Institute.
By public transport
Coming by train? Free shuttle buses will also run regularly between Eudlo Train Station and the festival site.
Accessibility
An internal mobility vehicle will operate throughout the festival site to assist guests with accessibility needs.
Get Involved
Want to get involved before the gates open? We’re calling all change-makers, music lovers, and community hearts
Whether you're welcoming guests or helping the festival flow with grace, your presence makes a difference. Volunteer at Big Love Festival 2026 and be part of the magic behind the scenes!
Our Sponsors & Partners
Last Year at Big Love Festival
Geshe Tsultrim
Sera Je Monks (India)
Katie Noonan
Tenzin Choegyal
Eliza Hull
The Dawn Light
Corey Jackson
Chris Lane
Nicoli (Nicki) Eiras
Topgyal Gontse & Tsering Dolker
Ayesha Blanco
Kate + Rob Foster
Rosie Stave
Lyndon Davis
Bart Stenhouse
Kush Sami
Sage Andreasen
Gabrielle Quakawoot & Karla Quintana
Phil Barlow
Michael Bennett (aka PT4theMIND)
Nina Yeoman
Geshe Tsultrim Sera Je Monks (India) Katie Noonan Tenzin Choegyal Eliza Hull The Dawn Light Corey Jackson Chris Lane Nicoli (Nicki) Eiras Topgyal Gontse & Tsering Dolker Ayesha Blanco Kate + Rob Foster Rosie Stave Lyndon Davis Bart Stenhouse Kush Sami Sage Andreasen Gabrielle Quakawoot & Karla Quintana Phil Barlow Michael Bennett (aka PT4theMIND) Nina Yeoman
From inspiring Dharma teachers and wellness facilitators to acclaimed musicians, Tibetan artists and local creatives, last year’s festival brought together an incredible mix of voices, traditions and talents.
Take a look at some of the moments, people and experiences that made Big Love what it is.
Big thanks to https://niccikphotography.com.au/ for capturing these special moments.