Join the Buddhist Monks’ Walk for Peace from Dix Park to the Capitol Jan. 24

A group of Buddhist Monks started an approximately 120-day journey on October 26, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, that will take them 2,300 miles to Washington, DC.

UPDATE: Walk for Peace has announced their plans for Day 91, January 24, 2026. This is their planned itinerary. Please know that the times are approximate and can be affected by weather and other factors. They will be walking from Apex to Raleigh.

Everyone is invited to join them at all the stops and events below. Please be mindful of the weather and safety. Dress for the weather and make sure you have a safe way to get home.

• Lunch Stop: No peace talk, due to the weather.
• Join the Walk: Starting from Greg Poole Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park at 2 p.m., walking together to the North Carolina State Capitol, 1 E Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601.
• Peace Gathering: Join the monks at the North Carolina State Capitol at 3:30 p.m. for the Peace Gathering
• Overnight Rest: There is no visitation tonight and the location is now undisclosed.

Follow the live map to see their exact route.

The Route of Walk for Peace

You can see an Overview Map below.

UPDATE: Walk for Peace has announced their plans for Day 91, January 24, 2026. This is their planned itinerary. Please know that the times are approximate and can be affected by weather and other factors. They will be walking from Apex to Raleigh.

Everyone is invited to join them at all the stops and events below. Please be mindful of the weather and safety.

• Lunch Stop: No peace talk, due to the weather.
• Join the Walk: Starting from Greg Poole Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park at 2 p.m., walking together to the North Carolina State Capitol, 1 E Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601.
• Peace Gathering: Join the monks at the North Carolina State Capitol at 3:30 p.m. for the Peace Gathering
• Overnight Rest: There is no visitation tonight and the location is now undisclosed.

Follow the live map to see their exact route.

More ways to stay updated

Besides the two maps, the Facebook and the website (all linked to above) we expect to see social media posts from local government or law enforcement pages as the walk enters the Triangle. Along the way, local law enforcement has been assisting with safety and security, and handling traffic concerns.

One Monk was hit by a car near Houston and sustained a serious injury. His leg was amputated. If you see the group walking, please be mindful and drive carefully.

How to see the Monks on the Walk for Peace

Follow the Walk for Peace Facebook page to learn about the public gatherings in Raleigh or the Triangle. If there are, and you attend, please be respectful and quiet. (No cheering or yelling.)

You will also be able to see them as they walk their route (once we know exactly what it is.) Early on, the public was invited to walk with them, but as the walk progressed there were too many people to do it safely, so people were encouraged to stand by the side of the route and watch them walk by. Again, it’s not like a marathon where you cheer and yell. It should be a time for quiet reflection and sharing peace.

Obviously, do not touch the monks or Aloka!

We will update here when there are details about the route and any gatherings.

More about Aloka the Peace Dog

Aloka is estimated to be four years old and is likely an Indian Pariah dog. He was a stray wandering in India when he started following the Monks. He walked with them for over 100 days across India.

Aloka had to have surgery on his leg, so is rehabilitating, but is joining the monks for visits.

Aloka the Peace Dog has his own Facebook and Instagram pages.

How to Support the Monks

The Monks have received so many in-person donations that they are currently stocked up on supplies. However, they are gratefully accepting online donations here.

For Lodging & Place to Stay Offer, please go to:
https://Walkforpeace.short.gy/lodging-stay-offer-form

For General Support & Services Offer, please go to:
https://Walkforpeace.short.gy/general-support-offer-form

There is a fundraiser for the Monk who was injured near Houston.

They do not sell anything (but do hand out blessing cords!)

Learn more about supporting.