Buddhist Monks Complete 15-Week 'Walk for Peace' to Washington

The group's trek from Texas to the nation's capital aimed to promote peace and understanding.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A group of Buddhist monks has completed a 15-week walk from Texas to Washington, D.C., captivating the country along the way. The monks say their aim was to promote peace and understanding through their journey on foot to the nation's capital.

Why it matters

The monks' 'Walk for Peace' highlights the growing interest in mindfulness and Eastern spiritual practices in the United States, as well as the power of peaceful protest and pilgrimage to draw attention to important causes.

The details

The group of Buddhist monks embarked on their 15-week trek from Texas in late 2025, walking an average of 15-20 miles per day to reach Washington, D.C. Along the way, they stopped in towns and cities to meditate, give talks, and engage with local communities about their message of peace and nonviolence.

  • The monks began their 'Walk for Peace' in late 2025 from Texas.
  • The 15-week trek concluded with the monks' arrival in Washington, D.C. on February 10, 2026.

The players

Buddhist Monks

A group of Buddhist monastics who undertook a 15-week walking pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C. to promote peace and understanding.

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What they’re saying

“Our journey has been one of deep reflection and connection with the land and the people of this country. We hope our presence in Washington will inspire others to seek peace and compassion.”

— Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh, Monk (oskaloosa.com)

What’s next

The monks plan to meet with members of Congress and the Biden administration to discuss ways to promote peace and nonviolence in the United States.

The takeaway

The Buddhist monks' 'Walk for Peace' demonstrates the power of spiritual practice and peaceful protest to raise awareness and inspire change, even in the nation's capital.