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.

Registration is now open!

It’s time to register for the Charlotte Summit! Don’t miss out on the special offer – five tickets for the price of four! Buy your tickets here.

Hotels are going fast!

Reserve your hotel soon so you don’t miss out on our special rates. There is a big concert in Charlotte near our venue and we’ve heard room rates are upwards of $500/night. We have special summit rates so make your reservation now!

Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown$189/night + taxes and fees

Hampton Inn Charlotte Uptown$189/night + taxes and fees

Summit Schedule Now Published

Check out the summit schedule here.

Welcome to Charlotte!

Forget what you know about the south. Charlotte is a growing metropolis with lots to offer.

Learn more about the host city of Charlotte.

The Summit Theme

The summit theme is Kindness in Action: Connect, Serve, Grow.

Learn more about the theme.

Venue Information

The Summit will be held at the historic Second Ward Gym and the Mecklenburg Aquatic Center.

Learn more about the venue.


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.

Check out this page to learn more.