Welcome to Recovery Dharma Charlotte
Host of the 2026 Recovery Dharma Global Summit.
July 16-19, 2026
Join us for four transformative days of connection, healing, and growth with sangha members from around the world. Hosted in the heart of Charlotte, this year’s summit celebrates our shared path of recovery through Buddhist principles.
Whether you’re new to Recovery Dharma or a longtime practitioner, this gathering is for you. Expect guided meditations, Dharma talks, workshops, movement sessions, and joyful community-building.
Learn more about the summit at recoverydharma.org/2026sangha-summit.
Get Ready! Check out the Charlotte Visitor’s Guide
Are you getting excited to visit the Queen City. Our Visitor’s Guide page has everything you need to experience all that Charlotte has to offer. Check it out!
Friday night’s entertainment announced
Looking for details about our Friday evening entertainment?
We’re excited to feature three talented musical acts from our Recovery Dharma community, each including at least one member of the Charlotte Sangha. Visit our Entertainment page to meet the performers and learn more about the music that will help us kick off an inspiring weekend together.
Explore the Friday Evening Entertainment Lineup.
Saturday Community Drum Circle
Join us Saturday evening for a facilitated community drum circle led by Ashley Spain, MT-BC. Whether you’re an experienced drummer or have never picked up an instrument before, everyone is welcome to participate.
Bring your drum of choice—or simply come as you are. Instruments will be provided if you don’t have one.
This is an opportunity to connect with others through rhythm, creativity, and community in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Learn more about our drum circle and our faciliator, Ashley.
Registration is open!
Don’t miss out on the special offer – five tickets for the price of four! Buy your tickets here.
Check out the Summit Schedule
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Welcome to Charlotte!
Forget what you know about the south. Charlotte is a growing metropolis with lots to offer.
The Summit Theme
The summit theme is Kindness in Action: Connect, Serve, Grow.
Venue Information
The Summit will be held at the historic Second Ward Gym and the Mecklenburg Aquatic Center.
Summit Evening Entertainment
Friday night we’ll be hosting three musical acts all with members of our Charlotte Sangha. On Saturday, we encourage you to join our community drum circle, faciliated by Ashley Spain.
Learn more on our Summit Entertaiment page.
Want to get involved?
We have a few volunteer positions available as we start planning for the 2026 Summit. There will be many more opportunities as we approach next year.
