Profound Peace is our latest evolution in our Profound series. This year we are responding to the needs of the collective by offering sacred space to unwind, reflect and be surrounded in a loving community of like souls.
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Shanti, Shanti, Shanti
2026 Profound Peace Retreat
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October 16–18, 2026 | Oak Grove Retreat
Join us for our annual Profound Peace Retreat, a weekend of music, healing, creativity, movement, nature, and community. During these stressful times, we believe it is important to make space to nurture ourselves and connect with others. Through meditation, yin yoga, live music, meditative art, nature walks, drumming, chanting, and personal reflection, we invite you to slow down and experience a weekend of peace and connection.
WHAT MAKES PROFOUND PEACE SPECIAL?
This year’s retreat features Lipbone Redding, an evening of Kirtan chants with Noelle Whittington and Steve Cole, and Sacred Sunrise Sound Baths with Lynn Battle. Our Healer Village will also offer opportunities to explore healing modalities and connect with talented healers and mystics.
Throughout the weekend, you can enjoy:
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Live music and healing sounds
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Meditation, yin yoga, and movement
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Meditative art and creative expression
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Nature walks
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Drumming and chanting
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Personal reflection and introspection
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Healing sessions, vendors, and community connection
Whether you come for the music, healing, nature, or simply a break from everyday life, there is room for you at Profound Peace.
HEALER VILLAGE: ADVANCE BOOKINGS
To secure a healing session before arriving, we encourage you to pre-register directly with healers after purchasing your ticket. Scheduling is first come, first served, and each healer has their own availability. Additional openings may be available at the registration table Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
COME AS YOU ARE
Bring your friends, your curiosity, and a willingness to explore something new. Come to move, create, listen, reflect, connect, or simply rest beneath the trees.
This is a community-supported retreat, shaped by the people who participate. We welcome you to be part of creating a weekend filled with peace, connection, and shared experiences.
TICKETS & EVENT INFORMATION
Advanced ticket: $180
Ticket price increases to $230 on October 6th.
For tickets, the full schedule, and additional information, visit:
www.oakgrove-retreat.com/profound-sound
You are welcome to arrive early and stay late. Volunteer opportunities will be shared when you purchase your ticket. Thank you for helping make Profound Peace a truly community-supported event.
FOOD & MEALS
Food is included with your ticket, with vegetarian and vegan options available. You are also welcome to bring additional food to meet your dietary needs.
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Breakfast: Fruit, cereal, coffee, and tea
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Saturday and Sunday lunch: Wraps and salad, with meat, vegetarian, and vegan options
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Friday dinner: Community potluck; please label your dish with its ingredients
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Saturday dinner: Potato bar with a variety of toppings
Water stations will be available. Please bring your own mugs and utensils to help reduce waste. If you bring additional food, kindly pack out what you pack in.
THE GIVING TABLE
Have books or items related to consciousness that you would like to share? Bring them to The Giving Table near the vending area. Leave something for others to enjoy, and feel free to take something you need.
A special thank-you to Rusty Holderness for allowing us to use his “Peace” design for this event.
We look forward to gathering with you for a meaningful weekend at Oak Grove.
See you soon,
The Oak Grove Team
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Here is 2026 Profound Peace Schedule to look forward to:
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FAQs
Where? Tarboro, NC 27886. 1/8th Mile North of Hwy 64 at Exit #484
When? Oct. 16-18, 2026
What will we eat?
This year food will be included in your ticket price. Feel free to bring your own food if you have special dietary needs, or you wish to augment your meals with your own favorites. If you are vegan, be sure to add that free ticket to you order so we know how many need Vegan options.
Breakfast will be an offering of fruit and cereal along with coffee and tea.
Lunch will be Wraps or other lite fare with both meat, vegetable and vegan wraps choices will be available.
Dinner on Friday night is potluck (please provide a label for the contents of your dish) and Saturday night dinner will be a potato bar with all your favorite add ons.
Are there showers for camping? Yes!
What should I bring? Profound Peace usually has a range of weather, so come prepared for it all. There is space for hammocks, yoga mats, and chairs. There are a few tents available for rent if arranged in advance.
How is this a sustainable festival? We offer composting toilets, and encourage guests to bring their own water bottles, and reusable silverware. We will be purchasing Carbon Offsets based on the number of attendees and the average distance traveled.
How do I use a composting toilet? Simply go as usual and then add a scoop of sawdust. We will take care of the rest!
Are there activities for kids? If your children can participate as an adult in the workshops, they are welcome. We generally don't have enough children to plan events separate from the other offerings, but please check the number of children under 12 so we know how many to plan for.
Can I get a scholarship? Scholarships are dependent on donors. To be considered, please email: st.annes.oakgrove@gmail.com with as much information about your situation as you are comfortable providing
Can I bring alcohol? This is a dry event, so please leave alcohol at home.
How can I pre-register for sessions with the Healers? Ticket holders will receive a notice when the schedule of activities is completed in September and will then be able to contact the Healers directly to pre-register for sessions. ​​
