Losar or Tibetan New Year occurs in the winter or early spring, according to the lunar calendar. Losar day itself is preceded by three days of Vajrakilaya practice, to purify the negativities and obscurations accumulated during the previous year, and remove obstacles for the one ahead. These practices are currently being held at Orgyen Dorje Den, our sister center in Alameda. The day before Losar falls on the new moon and is set aside for house and temple cleaning. On Losar day, an abundant Vajrasattva puja and tsog ceremony is performed. This may also take place at Orgyen Dorje Den. Please check our calendar for details.