Join us for a one-month stay of mindful living and practice with the brothers and lay residents of Upper Hamlet, as part of the 90-day Rains Retreat (2025–26).
The 90-day Rains Retreat is an annual retreat whose origins date back to the time of the Buddha. It is a time for monks and nuns to deepen their studies, practice, and focus on building the monastic sangha.
In Plum Village, we welcome lay friends to join us and participate in the 90-days of practice alongside the monastics, and this year we will also welcome friends to join us for a one-month stay in Upper Hamlet from 7th November to 28th November 2025.
This creates a joyful, community experience, and a time for collective healing and transformation.
For possible options for a 1-2 week stay, this is to be be confirmed in the beginning of August.
Please note that unlike the themed retreats, retreatants coming for the Rains Retreat will mostly follow the activities of the residential community. There will be some sessions designed to suit retreatants who are new to the practice.
Important information about joining us for a retreat
- Sample schedule
- Accommodation and pricing
- Information about our hamlets
- Transportation, what to wear, what to bring, and meals
Registration
Registration in the Upper Hamlet during the Rains Retreat is made available for men and non-binary guests, and couples.