Daily Program

December 25 (Friday)
• 3:00 PM – Check-in
• 6:00 PM – Pūrṇakumbha Welcome

December 26 (Saturday)
• 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM

December 27 (Sunday)
• 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM

December 28 (Monday)
• 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 6:00 PM – Check-out

Registration (Early Bird Deadline: September 30, 2026)

• $375 – Residential (With Accommodation) – SOLD OUT
• $275 – Commuter (Without Accommodation)

Residential Accommodation Update

We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming response to the 4th Winter Vedanta Residential Retreat. Residential accommodation at Abhyudaya is now fully booked.

You are still warmly welcome to participate through either of the following options:

Option A – Join the Residential Wait List
If you would prefer to stay at Abhyudaya, please join our Residential Wait List. Should accommodation become available due to cancellations or other changes, we will contact you promptly so you may complete your residential registration.

Option B – Register as a Commuter
Register as a Commuter and arrange your own accommodation at one of the nearby hotels.

Please Note:
• There is no daily registration option this year.
• To preserve the intimate and contemplative nature of the retreat at Abhyudaya, the number of participants has been capped.
• If all available spots fill before the Early Bird Deadline (September 30, 2026), registrations will close once capacity is reached.
• If registrations close before the deadline, those wishing to attend are welcome to join the Wait List by submitting their information. If a spot becomes available due to a cancellation or other change, we will contact the wait-listed participants in the order their requests are received.

Suggested Nearby Hotels:

 Delta Hotels by Marriott – Chicago Willowbrook
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chido-delta-hotels-chicago-willowbrook/overview/

 The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
https://www.thecl.com/

 La Quinta Inn by Wyndham – Chicago Willowbrook
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/willowbrook-illinois?brand_id=LQ

Commuter Registration Includes:

• All discourse sessions
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea breaks
• All retreat activities

The only difference is that overnight accommodation is arranged independently.

We look forward to welcoming you for four inspiring days of Vedanta, reflection, satsanga, and spiritual growth.

Payment Options:

Payment may be made online by credit/debit card or by using one of the following methods. During checkout, please use the corresponding coupon code.

• Zelle (accounts@mychinmaya.org) — Coupon Code: ZELLE
• Check (Payable to Chinmaya Mission Chicago) — Coupon Code: CHECK
• Charitable Fund (Payable to Chinmaya Mission Chicago) — Coupon Code: CHARITY-FUND

Food:

Wholesome Sattvic Vegetarian Indian meals will be served throughout the retreat.

If you have any dietary restrictions or special meal requirements, please let us know during registration. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Travel Information:

Nearest Freeway: Interstate 55

Nearby Airports

• Midway International Airport (MDW): 15 miles
• O'Hare International Airport (ORD): 24 miles