Vipassana Retreat over the Christmas Holiday

This weeklong Vipassana retreat spans the Christmas holiday, offering a quiet, reflective alternative to the busyness of the season for those seeking profound self-discovery and inner peace. Held at the Metta Meditation Retreat Center near Janesville, Minnesota, on the wooded shores of Lake Elysian, the retreat follows a silent format with sitting and walking meditation, guided instruction and dharma talks grounded in early Buddhist teachings. Spending the holiday in silent practice can be a deeply restorative way to close out the year, and the center's 37 acres of snow-quiet woodlands and prairie, about an hour from the Twin Cities, provide a peaceful backdrop for turning inward. The retreat is open to all, whether you are new to sustained meditation or an experienced practitioner. Advance registration is required and a program fee applies; contact the center for cost, lodging and meal details so you can plan a holiday of stillness and reflection.