Velada is a sacred evening ceremony rooted in the healing traditions of the Mazatec people of Oaxaca, Mexico. In the stillness of the night, we gather by candlelight to quiet the mind, open the heart, and journey inward with the guidance of nature’s gentle teachers, the sacred earth allies at the heart of this practice.
Velada is an intimate ceremony, well suited to those who are new to plant medicine as well as those returning to deepen their path. Every participant is welcomed with a personal intake conversation, so we can make sure the ceremony is right for you.
In Velada, these sacred teachers are not simply consumed; they are invited. Their presence is honored as a guide for the journey inward, where many find clarity, emotional release, and a renewed sense of connection with themselves and the natural world. There is no pressure and no expectation, only an open invitation to listen deeply.
A Velada unfolds slowly, from the first light of the candles to the quiet of the morning.
In the days before your Velada, we invite you to eat simply, rest well, and step away from alcohol and stimulants. Take time to reflect on your intention: what you are ready to understand, release, or welcome. Arriving with an open heart is the most meaningful preparation of all.
As evening settles over the mountains, we open the space with prayer and set our intentions together. The medicine is shared, the candles are lit, and the night is held with song, guided meditation, and stretches of sacred silence. Each journey is unique, and our facilitators stay close throughout, offering gentle support whenever it is needed.
We close the ceremony with gratitude and welcome the morning together. Over a light breakfast, we sit in a sharing circle to honor what each of us received. You leave with simple practices to help carry the insights of the night into everyday life, and our community remains here to support your integration.
Velada, a sacred ceremony deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions, serves as a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms. While often associated with vari...
