8th - 12th of July 2026
Celebrate Life through Art, Nature, Spirituality and Community - A Journey towards Inner Self
Ananda Kalyani, Ourondo, Portugal
8 - 12 July, 2026
Celebrate Life through Art, Nature, Spirituality and Community - A Journey towards Inner Self
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Ananda Festival of Bliss: Flames of Renewal
In 2025, one the last day of our festival a forest fire started in the area which also swept through our land — a true test of resilience. Miraculously, the heart of the site survived: the main spaces and riverside trees still standing strong.
This experience became our inspiration for “Flames of Renewal.” It celebrates transformation — turning adversity into strength, destruction into regeneration. The 2026 edition is dedicated to restoring and renewing our land, and to the inner renewal we all carry within.
Join the Art Market & Therapies
Are you an artisan, artist, or therapist eager to share your talents? This is your chance to be a part of the Ananda Festival of Bliss! Whether you’re showcasing your creations in our Art Market or offering workshops in alternative therapies and holistic practices, we’d love to have you join us for the next edition of the festival. Sign up filling out the form below.
Volunteer with us
Become a vital part of our community! Volunteering at the festival is a unique opportunity to support a beautiful event, connect with inspiring individuals, and contribute to a celebration of creativity. As a volunteer, you’ll help with event logistics, support activities, and create a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees.
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Festival of Connection
It is a heart-centered celebration dedicated to reawakening our sense of unity, joy, and purpose. Held in the serene natural beauty of Ananda Kalyani, the festival brings together people from around the world to connect through music, meditation, yoga, dance, workshops, and community living.
The program: A Conscious Experience
Each day begins with meditation, yoga, and Kirtan — practices that ground and uplift. Our workshops, music and art are carefully curated to inspire joy while keeping the energy pure and high-vibrational.
We share delicious Sattvic vegetarian food, lovingly prepared to nourish body, mind, and spirit.
The location: A Safe and Elevated Space
The festival is completely alcohol-, drug-, and tobacco-free — not as a restriction, but as a conscious choice. This creates a space of real freedom, where connection, clarity, and joy come naturally.
It’s a refuge for families, for those in recovery, and for anyone seeking authentic celebration rooted in awareness.
Our participants: A Festival for All Ages
Ananda is a family-friendly gathering with creative workshops and nature-based activities for children and teens, nurturing conscious values from an early age. Parents can relax knowing their kids are exploring, learning, and thriving in a safe, vibrant environment.
Who are we: Ananda Marga
The Ananda Festival is inspired by the philosophy of Ananda Marga — the Path of Bliss, a global movement for spiritual and social upliftment.
Guided by meditation, service, and conscious living, we aim to build a culture of compassion and purpose — a space where people reconnect with themselves, each other, and the planet.
Together, we celebrate the spirit of renewal — within and around us.
Fly with your own wings
Ananda Festival of bliss is a space free of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco that invites you to get in touch with a more conscious and healthy lifestyle. During the festival, you will be able to discover new opportunities for social and ecological activism as well as spirituality, enjoy dancing sessions and workshops, or simply relax in nature.
Stay in Comfort During the Festival
In addition to the camping area that comes with your festival ticket, we offer a range of accommodation options to make your stay more comfortable. You can choose to stay in our cozy Guesthouse, where you’ll have a comfy bed and the convenience of indoor facilities.
Or, if you want to stay close to the festival energy but with extra comfort, you can upgrade to one of our spacious bell tents — the perfect balance between nature and ease. See all accommodtion possibilities below.