Beacon 2026
What Is Omega Institute?
Omega is an all-inclusive retreat center that has been offering workshops and immersive programs since 1977. For the past 49 years, Omega has been home to some of the world’s most influential thought leaders, including Ram Dass, Pema Chödrön, and Brené Brown, exploring areas such as mindfulness, creativity, wellness, and personal growth.
It's Easy to Get Here
- 90 minutes north of NYC
- Accessible by Metro-North – Poughkeepsie station
- Accessible by Amtrak - Rhinecliff station
- On-site accommodations
- Seasonal programs running now
I am not the same person as I was three days ago. This experience of arts as an offering was profound and painful and healing and beautiful in ways I was not expecting nor prepared for. Thank you for being the space in which this essential and very human work was done.
Omega Faculty
Explore Workshops by Date
Browse Omega's workshops, retreats, professional training opportunities, and conferences by month.
Highlights from our 49th Season
The Fifth Season
Creativity in the Second Half of Life
with Mark Nepo
June 19 - 21
Trust the Universe
Deepen you Faith and Co-Create your Dreams
with Gabriel Bernstein
July 31 - Aug 2
The Weight of Joy
Navigating Change with Clarity and Care
wtih Alex Elle
Oct 22 - 25
Rest & Rejuvenation Retreats
Not sure what workshop to take?
Let summer unfold at your own pace. Wander beneath the trees. Take a yoga, tai chi, or meditation class. Or do nothing at all. With our R&R retreats there’s no agenda—just the freedom to feel like yourself again.
Stay Connected
Subscribe to our newsletter to learn more about our programs.
If you are using an ad-blocker please use this form.
As Seen In
Omega has been featured in leading publications spotlighting our founders, faculty, and the transformative work that makes Omega so special.