Events.

Thursday Nov 21st 6:15pm

Living the “Blue Zones”: Film, Conversation, and Community

Be inspired. We’ll be watching a gripping documentary on the communities that live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives. Plus, an optional plant-based dinner & dessert too!

A special night to dine at Bhakti Lounge too! Your ticket includes access to the “Vegan Dining Experience: Greek Gyro Wraps” where you’ll have an interactive plant-based dining experience with a make-your-own greek gyro wrap station at every table.

Truly beyond your ordinary netflix night at home. We’ll be screening an episode of “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” and wrapping up with some discussion in good company and good food, celebrating the power of community and holistic living.

The documentary "Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones" explores the lifestyles and habits of the world’s longest-living communities, uncovering the key factors that contribute to their exceptional health and longevity. By visiting these unique regions, it reveals how strong social connections, plant-based diets, regular movement, and a sense of purpose are essential to living a longer, healthier life.

The documentary screening is FREE entry - and for those that would like to stay back for dinner there is just a small additional cost for a wholesome plant-based meal.

We’re not simply watching the film together, but living its concepts by coming together in discussion and connection.

Thursday Nov 21st 6:15pm

Vegan Dining Experience: Greek Gyro Wraps

This is the ultimate foodie event.

Connections are made over the luxury of delicious food. Have an interactive plant-based dining experience with a make-your-own greek gyro wrap station at every table—load up on crunchy, juicy, and flavorful Greek style fillings. Think jackfruit chyken, vibrant greens and creamy tzatziki dressing. You can assemble to your own taste! Plus enjoy a tabbouleh salad with refreshing dressing. And finish up with a delicious baklava cake and hot “cider.”

It’s the perfect night to share, savor, and celebrate good company and incredible plant-based food. All vegan and delicious.

Plus it's an amazing opportunity to experience food the social way; the way it's supposed to be!

Thursday Nov 28th 6:15pm

Yoga Nidra: Garden of Gratitude

Ground yourself in gratitude and experience Noga Nidra the social way - a plant-based dinner is included in your ticket!

Yoga Nidra is an immersive meditation where you’ll be guided through a set of soothing visualizations & mindfulness practices, curated to ensure a deeply restorative experience. Though held indoors, the relaxing sounds, scents and imagery will transport you to a peaceful garden of gratitude. You'll be planting seeds of intention, nurture them with awareness, and harvest feelings of gratefulness.

Yoga Nidra has been shown to induce a state of deep relaxation, triggering the parasympathetic nervous system and reducing levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. This practice also heightens your awareness and improves cognitive function. Get ready to completely let go of stress and tension. An amazing plant-based dinner awaits you after the event.

Thursday Nov 28th 6:15pm

Mindful Motion: a Movement Workshop

Step into a space where movement becomes a language for connection, communication, and self-expression.

This workshop invites all levels and backgrounds! No prior dance experience is needed—just a willingness to experience dance in a new & fresh way. The class aims to cultivate relaxation, connection, and integrity between the body and mind. It emphasizes the interconnection of the group through engaging and joyful exercises. The warm-up involves scanning the body to identify and release tensions through breathing techniques, body awareness, and joint rotations. This is followed by standing or floor sequences focused on exploring the spirals within our bodies. The movements evolve into pathways that flow into and out of the floor, emphasizing efficiency, connection and ease. Overall, it’s a dynamic and joyful session that promotes agility and connection.

Nerea, your host, will guide you through techniques & exercises to help connect with ourselves and each other in a comfortable and accepting space.

After the workshop, join us for a delicious plant-based dinner - included in your ticket price!

Thursday Dec 5th 6:15pm

Climate Crisis Documentary Screening & plant-based dinner event!

Experience The Human Element (2018), a powerful documentary by renowned photographer James Balog, exploring how climate change is reshaping our world through the elements of air, earth, fire, and water, and the undeniable connection between human activity and nature. Sections of the film will be screened, followed by a discussion inviting reflection on these challenges and our personal connection to them.

Balog’s striking visuals highlight the lives of those impacted by the shifting balance of the natural elements, prompting viewers to consider their own role in this delicate system. With both artistry and urgency, the film emphasizes that the “human element” holds the power to restore balance, offering hope that conscious action can reshape our shared future.

The documentary screening is FREE, with an optional plant-based dinner and dessert available for a small additional price.

Thursday Dec 5th 6:15pm

Yoga Nidra: Finding Stillness in the Mountains

The only Yoga Nidra event in Wellington followed by a delicious plant-based dinner!

Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that gently guides the body and mind through stages of deep relaxation, leading you into a meditative state between wakefulness and sleep. Christina will guide you on this mountain-inspired journey, creating a cozy indoor space with soft cushions, blankets, and yoga mats to help you feel fully at ease. While you won’t be in the mountains, the room will be infused with grounding scents, serene mountain sounds, and calming visuals, helping you immerse in the stillness of the mountains from within. Everything you need is provided, but feel free to bring your own extra comforts.

End the evening with a nourishing plant-based dinner, included in your ticket!

Thursday Dec 12th 6:15pm

Beginner Kundalini: Activation Through Breath, Awareness & Movement

A Kundalini experience with a plant-based dinner afterwards - all included in your ticket!

This Kundalini class offers a gentle introduction to the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga, focusing on activating energy through breathwork, mindful awareness, and fluid movement.

Ideal for beginners, it guides you to connect deeply with your inner vitality, balance your energy centers, and elevate consciousness.

Lynn will be guiding you through foundational breath techniques, intentional movement, and moments of stillness. You’ll cultivate a sense of clarity, calm, and empowerment, igniting the dormant energy within. Perfect for anyone seeking to explore Kundalini’s grounding and uplifting effects in a safe, supportive setting.

Sunday Dec 15th 6:15pm

Vegan Summer BBQ Party

Feel the buzz of a classic Kiwi summer – inhouse at Bhakti Lounge!
This Vegan Summer BBQ Party is where sunny vibes meet delicious plant-based eats. It’s a celebration of all the perks of summer, made extra special by serving up vegan versions of Kiwi classics. Sway to acoustic mantra beats, enjoy good company, and indulge in the best of the summer; plant-based and unforgettable.

Menu:

BBQ Burger
Hot Chips
“Sausage” Rolls with Tomato Sauce
Walnut & Beetroot Coleslaw
Not to mention we have a pop-up waffle bar!!

Take your pick…

“Fairy Bread” Waffle
“Jelly Tip” Waffle

Thursday Dec 12th 6:15pm

Christmas Creations: A DIY Gift Event

Make Christmas shopping less stressful!
Everyone loves a thoughtful present and these will be perfect little gifts, or treats to keep for yourself. You’ll be making DIY recipe jars such as chai mixes, masala blends, popcorn seasonings and herbed-salt infusions. There will be stations so that you can create your own blends and then decorate your jars with custom labels.

Your ticket includes a plant-based dinner afterwards too! You’ll get a chance to make a gift, have some good company and then relax over dinner together - the perfect creative combo.

Thursday Jan 16th 6:15pm

Vegan Milkshake & Film Fest

It’s all about flavors, films!

This film fest celebrates the profound influence of sound and its role in shaping our experiences.

This night brings you an inspiring blend of short documentaries and clipss that explore sound’s impact—from its scientific influence on the world around us to its role in film, and finally, to its healing potential. Sip on delicious vegan milkshakes as you immerse yourself in an evening that’s both eye-opening and uplifting.

Choose from flavors like banoffee whip or strawberry shortcake, complete with sprinkles if you’re in the mood for a treat. Gather with like-minded people in the cozy atmosphere of Bhakti Lounge, where the films will be followed by plenty of conversation and an amazing plant-based dinner, all included in your ticket.

Save some room for dinner & dessert because the food at Bhakti Lounge is sensational! Everyone is chill and sweet so you can stay back, eat, and continue the chats on the epic films.

We have a few surprise short films but to get a sneak peak of the short clips, we’ll be watching & discussing…

Science vs Music
The role of sound in films
And the role of sound as a healing form

Thursday Jan 16th 6:15pm

Hypnotherapy Masterclass: Releasing Patterns

Break free from things that are holding you back.

This transformative hypnotherapy workshop will help you explore the root causes of obstacles in your life. Through guided exercises and hypnotherapy techniques, Gopi will help you uncover subconscious patterns that may be limiting your potential and are leading you to act in ways that are outside your true desires.

Learn effective techniques to overcome mental roadblocks and receive a calming 15-minute hypnosis audio, designed to assist you in letting go of old patterns that no longer serve you. Open to all, this workshop welcomes those ready to embrace positive change.

Thursday Jan 23rd 6:15pm

Resilience: Discover Faster EFT for Transforming Challenges

What if life’s toughest moments could become your greatest breakthroughs? In this workshop, you'll learn to navigate tough emotions, recover from setbacks, and build resilience using Faster EFT techniques. Discover how to reframe difficulties into opportunities for self-discovery while cultivating the confidence to stay grounded through life’s ups and downs.

You’ll leave with a powerful new skill to rely on during challenging times, helping you transform obstacles into strengths. Take the first step towards reclaiming your inner power and embracing life with renewed purpose.

Thursday Jan 23rd 6:15pm

Creative New Beginnings: Art & Journalling for the New Year

Start the new year with a relaxed evening of art and journaling.

Plus - there’s an amazing plant-based dinner & dessert included in your ticket. Enjoy this event the social way and connect over dinner!

We’ll explore simple, fun exercises to help you reflect, set intentions, and get inspired for the year ahead. It’s a laid-back space to get creative, connect with others, and spend some time just for you. Whether you love to journal, doodle, or are trying something new, this is a low-key way to kick off the year with fresh ideas and good company.

Journals are included in your ticket - and you’ll be leaving with the inspiration to keep your habit going.

Thursday Jan 30th 6:15pm

Yoga Nidra: Water Element

The only Yoga Nidra event in Wellington that follows with an amazing plant-based dinner afterwards!

Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that uses a series of sequences designed to gently unwind the body and mind, culminating in a guided meditation that takes you into a deeply relaxed state, akin to the space between waking and sleeping.

Rasesvari will be guiding you in your Yoga Nidra experience -  you’ll be in the comfort of cosy cushions, blankets and a yoga mat. The space is infused with calming scents, sounds and imagery to aid your experience of the water. Everything is provided but you are most welcome to bring your own mat, cushions and blankets for additional comfort.

We’ll end the evening with an amazing plant-based dinner; all included in your ticket!

Thursday Jan 30th 6:15pm

Mindful Pottery: Incense Burners & Candle Holders

Experience the calming art of pottery with a mindful twist! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own incense burner or small candle holder, starting with a guided meditation to help you tap into a mindful, creative space. Lynn will guide you through each step of the pottery process, ensuring you leave with your very own masterpiece. All clay and tools will be provided, so you can focus fully on the experience.

And yes, a delicious plant-based dinner and dessert are included in your ticket! After your creative session, unwind and nourish yourself with wholesome food, all provided as part of the event.

Join us for a mindful, creative evening of pottery, meditation, and good food!