6th Annual World Peace Ceremony

Sedona Lantern Festival

Embracing Hope, Empowering Change

October 18, 2025

Unite for a World in Need of Love.

Together, we gather once again to pray as an unified force, igniting hope and fostering positive change for the betterment of all humanity. By raising our collective consciousness, we have the power to make a profound impact on our planet Earth. Let us pause together, synchronizing our hearts as One People for One World.

Create Hope

Immerse yourself in this sacred experience of the World Peace Ceremony/Sedona Lantern Festival, a unique gathering that cultivates healing, love, and unity. Join us for a special evening, celebrating the beauty of floating lanterns and the sacred energy they represent.

During this special event you will experience:

  • The chance to float lanterns on our Healing Lake, each carrying personal prayers and wishes.
  • Live music and cultural performances, featuring rhythmic drumming, a violinist, a harp and guitar duet, traditional Korean expressive dance, and singing.
  • The unique energy created through the sacred grounds of Sedona Mago.

For those wishing to deepen their experience, you may also choose to extend your experience by staying the night. Embrace the serene tranquility and embark on an unforgettable sunrise meditation, emerging into the world fully refreshed and renewed.

Floating Lanterns

The Ancient Korean Tradition of Floating Lanterns

Floating lanterns, or “tteunbul,” have a rich history in Korean traditions, originating during the Goryeo Dynasty. Used during Buddhist festivals, these lanterns honored ancestors and prayed for peace and prosperity. The illuminated lanterns symbolize wisdom, light, hope, and unity.

In Korean culture, each floating lantern represents a prayer or wish, signifying the release of past grievances and the embrace of new beginnings. This act connects individuals to nature, ancestors, and the universe.

Sedona Mago upholds this tradition to honor its Korean roots and provide a space for spiritual connection and healing. The floating lantern ceremony fosters community, mindfulness, and spiritual growth, inviting participants to release worries and set intentions in a serene environment.

Float a Lantern

All lantern donations are tax deductible.

Box Lantern

$100

Tall Box Lantern

$300

Lotus Lantern

(Humanity Donor)

$1,000

Attend the Event

Saturday, October 18, 2025
3:00 – 8:30 pm (AZ)

Join Us Onsite

Embracing Tradition

As part of the event, you will have the opportunity to float your lantern on our Healing Lake, carrying your personal prayers and wishes for peace and unity. This act, inspired by ancient Korean customs, creates a powerful connection among participants and the natural surroundings.

Throughout the evening, you will experience live cultural performances, including drumming, dancing, and singing. The sacred grounds of Sedona Mago amplifies the event’s spiritual energy, providing a tranquil and transformative experience.

For those wishing to deepen their experience, you may also choose to extend your experience by staying the night. This allows you to fully immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere, with the opportunity to participate in a sunrise meditation the following morning, ensuring you leave feeling rejuvenated and inspired.

Join Us Virtually

Experience Peace from Anywhere

While nothing compares to being at Sedona Mago in person, you can still take part in the beauty and tradition of our World Peace Ceremony from wherever you are. Watch the lanterns float across our Healing Lake, symbolizing prayers for peace and unity, through our Instagram livestream.

The live performances including drumming, dancing, and singing will be streamed live through Instagram, allowing you to feel connected to the sacred energy of the ceremony. Witness the glow of lanterns lighting up the night, and share in this moment of global unity with viewers from around the world.

Though you may be watching from afar, the intention and spirit of the ceremony remain the same – a collective wish for peace, love, and hope.

The live stream will start at 6:30 p.m. with live performances, followed by the main lantern-floating event at around 7:15 p.m.

  1. Open the Instagram app on your phone or tablet.
  2. Make sure you’re following us on Instagram at @sedonamagoretreatcenter.
  3. At the time of the event, go to our profile by searching for
    @sedonamagoretreatcenter.
  4. Once we go live, you’ll see our profile picture with a “Live” icon – tap it to join the livestream.
  5. Enjoy the event and feel free to engage by leaving comments or sharing the stream with friends!

See What The Event is All About

Mago Donor

  • Business or Family Name on Website
  • Title Sponsor Name on Event Banner
  • Mention during ceremony
  • A Boat Lantern and Hanging Lantern with Name

Heaven Donors

  • Anne Covert
  • Business or Family Name on Website
  • Name on Event Banner
  • Mention during ceremony
  • A Boat Lantern and Hanging Lantern with Name

Earth Donors

  • Barry Burke | Eleanor Kerkham
  • Farzane Farazdaghi | Fatima Bustos Choy
  • Georgia Ford | Jeffrey Holzberg
  • John Gins | Karen Hirai | Patricia Beck
  • The Boiling Crab
  • Business or Family Name on Website
  • Name on Banner
  • Acknowledgment During Ceremony
  • A Boat Lantern and Hanging Lantern with Name

Humanity Donors

  • Business or Family Name on Website
  • Acknowledgment during Ceremony
  • A Lotus Lantern with Name

Thank you for your continued support of our mission

Sedona Mago Center for Well-being and Retreat is owned and operated by Tao Fellowship, a 501(c)(3) non-denominational non-profit organization. We believe in sustaining the land on which we live, which means we rely on the generosity of our donors to support our mission: love humanity and the Earth. With your contribution, Sedona Mago is able to maintain our property, enhance our water recycling and renewable energy efforts, grow mindful leaders through our educational programs and so much more. Thank you for your love and support. All donations are tax-deductible.