Birthday Celebrations 2026
The momentous Centenary Celebrations of our beloved Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba last year united all of us in His name to sing His glories and serve in His divine mission. Continuing His work in that same spirit, the Sri Sathya Sai International Organization (SSSIO) will celebrate Ladies Day on November 19, followed by a three-day Sadhana Camp from November 20 to 22, culminating in Bhagawan’s Birthday Celebration on November 23, 2026.
These five days are dedicated entirely to Sadhana: the living practice of Swami’s Nine-Point Code of Conduct. The SSSIO lovingly invites you to register for this golden opportunity to join Ladies Day, the Sadhana Camp and the Birthday Celebrations of our beloved Bhagawan. The theme of the Sadhana Camp is Love for God (Daiva Preeti), Fear of Sin (Paapa Bheeti), and Morality in Society (Morality in Society).
What Is a Sadhana Camp?
Sadhana means spiritual practice: the steady, daily effort to turn our understanding into the way we live. A Sadhana Camp sets aside a few days to do exactly that, together. Rather than a conference we attend and listen to, it is a retreat we take part in. Each day is shaped around the disciplines Swami gave us: prayer and meditation, group devotional singing, study of His teachings, loving speech, selfless service and Ceiling on Desires.
Practicing these side by side, in an atmosphere of silence, devotion and fellowship, helps us carry them home as lasting habits, and turns the journey inward toward knowing our true Self.
Why Swami Held Them in the Early Days?
From the earliest years of His mission, Swami made clear that spiritual knowledge bears fruit only when it is practiced. As devotees gathered around Him and the Sathya Sai Organization took shape, He brought them together for camps, retreats and courses where they lived a disciplined spiritual routine under His direct guidance, rather than simply hearing discourses.
Swami placed the Nine-Point Code of Conduct at the very heart of the Organization’s charter, so that every member would be an instrument of His mission through personal transformation. Sadhana Camps were a way to train devotees, office bearers and young people in that discipline, so that they would return to their homes and centers as living examples of His teachings. This camp continues with that tradition.
Love, adore, serve the Sarveshwara (Almighty Lord) who is resident in all mankind; through that Love, adoration and service, realise Him. That is the highest sadhana.
Sri Sathya Sai Baba, March 29, 1968
The Nine-Point Code of Conduct
- Daily meditation and prayer.
- Devotional singing or prayer with family members once a week.
- Participation of children in Sai Spiritual Education (SSE).
- Participation in community service and other programs of the Organization.
- Attendance at devotional meetings of the Sai Center.
- Regular study of Sai literature.
- Speaking softly and lovingly to everyone.
- Not speaking ill of others, especially in their absence.
- Practicing Ceiling on Desires, avoiding waste of time, money, food and energy, and using the savings in service to others.
Program at a Glance
November 19 — Celebration of Ladies Day
November 20 – 22 — Sadhana Camp: Practice of the Nine-Point Code of Conduct
November 23 — Birthday Celebration of our Eternal Lord Sri Sathya Sai
The five-day program will feature chanting of the Divine Names and Vedic chants, divine stories and devotees’ experiences with Bhagawan, inspiring talks and panel discussions, devotional programs, musical and cultural presentations, programs by SSE children, Young Adults and Ladies, and Bhagawan’s own discourses.
Event Details
Venue — Sai Prema Nilayam, Riverside, California, USA
Dates — November 19-23, 2026
Registration — Please REGISTER HERE to attend. Rooms at discounted rates are limited, so please register promptly.
Accommodation — Registered delegates will receive a link to reserve a room at a local hotel at a discounted rate.
Questions — Please email to conference@sathyasai.org
The address and contact number of the hotel is:
Hampton Inn & Suites Riverside Corona East
4250 Riverwalk Parkway
Riverside, CA 92505
T: 951.352.5020
Daily Rate: $119
The closest airport is Ontario, California (ONT), about a 20-25 minute cab ride from the hotel. Information about other airports and their distances to the hotel is given below:
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 35 miles
Long Beach Airport (LGB) - 47 miles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - 60 miles