Our teacher, Shaykh Sidi Muhammad Al-Jamal Ar-Rifai Ash-Shadhdhuli taught us about a love that reaches out to the aspirant wherever they are, but does not allow them to stop anywhere. Love which accepts all comers in all stations, but always pulls us deeper towards the Truth.
That which inspires us to say within ourselves, “Yes, I’ll do it, I’ll walk, I want to be a slave for the face of Allah. I know in my deep being this is what’s most important to me.”
The love that Sidi shared with us is not a small or limited love, but a love that contains all the qualities in balance within it. The love of the Prophets (AS), perfected in the example of our final Prophet (ﷺ), and then carried from lover to lover until it reached us. It is both a discipline and a carriage.
Come, let’s take a drink.
Event Information
Dates: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 @ 4:00 pm EDT – Monday, Oct 19, 2026 @ 1:00 pm EDT
Event Start: Dinner and teaching on Thursday, Oct 15, 2026
Event Stop: Lunch on Monday, Oct 19, 2026
Location: Fort Lauderdale Marriot North, 6650 North Andrews Rd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Check-in/Out: Hotel check-in is 4:00 PM; Check-out is 11:00 AM.
Schedule and Teachers
More information will be coming soon about the schedule insha’allah!
Murshid Dr. Wadude Laird
Murshid Rida Marz Attar
Mahdi al-Jamal
Nura Laird
Dr. Abdul Haqq Godlas
Dr. Rahima Schmall
Amany Shalaby
Amina al-Jamal
Anis Lahlou
Maryam Thea Elijah
Rahima Hayes
Fawzia Al-Rawi (joining remotely)
Travel Recommendations
Recommended Airport:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
We recommend you use Uber/Lyft or a taxi to travel from FLL. The drive is approximately 12.7 miles and typically takes about 25 minutes. Anyone who wants to coordinate splitting a ride, renting a car, etc. we recommend you use the Transportation connections list on WhatsApp.
Ticket Types
General Admission (Adult): $480
Youth (ages 6-15): $200
Young Children (ages 0-5): $0
Newcomers: $300
If your ticket type isn’t listed above, send an email to 2026gathering@suficommunities.org and make an inquiry.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
If you wish to apply for a scholarship or for financial assistance, click here.
Please do not fill out the Registration form below until you have filled out the scholarship application and met with the scholarship team. Once you complete the scholarship application, the team will schedule a meeting with you.
Register to Join Us!
Click the “Buy Now” button below to register for the event!
Children's Program
Ages 6-15
We are looking forward to hosting the children’s program again this year, providing a container for children to walk, play and learn together. The program will be led by Maryam Dawn Furfaro and Shams Naomi Hed.
We intend to have all children sign-up with the understanding that children can come and go into the Children’s Program as they please. More information will be posted here as it is available.
If you plan to bring your child(ren), select “Youth (ages 6-17)” when you register for the Gathering. Enter your child’s information, and this will automatically enroll them in the Children’s Program.
Youth ages 16 and 17 will attend the main program gathering with the adults, but at the youth rate.
Ages 0-5
Similar to last year, we intend to have our young ones stay with their parents or Sufi friends. If you plan to bring your young child(ren), select “Young Children (ages 0-5)” when you register for the Gathering. Enter your child’s information, and we will automatically know they will be attending.
Volunteers
Alhamdulillah, similar to the past two years we need volunteers! The event cannot run without you. 😀
If you’re interested in volunteering, indicate your interest in the Registration form or the Scholarship application and let us know how you can help.
If you are already ready to sign up to volunteer, please do so here!
For volunteers, please reference these important start and end times:
Event set-up time: Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026 @ 8:00 am ET
Event start time: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 @ 4:00 pm ET
Event end time: Monday, Oct 19, 2026 @ 1:00 pm ET (after lunch)
Event breakdown time: Monday, Oct 19, 2026 @ 6:00 pm ET
Newcomers Program: A Taste of Divine Love
Florida Residents
Zoom Access
Sufi Gift Store
Recommended Packing List
Here is a guide for what to bring to ensure your comfort and spiritual focus during the gathering.
Essentials
- Photo ID and Registration Confirmation: Have these readily accessible for event check-in.
- Comfortable and Modest Clothing: Layers are best for the Florida weather, even in the fall or winter. Last year many people found the hotel to be cold.
- Prayer/Dhikr Accessories:
- Prayer beads (Tasbih)
- Prayer rug (the hotel will provide plenty of floor space)
- A shawl or wrap for colder meeting rooms.
Health & Comfort
- Re-useable Water Bottle
- Medications and Basic First-Aid
- Scent-Free Products
- Sunglasses and Sunscreen: Florida sun is strong, even in the fall or winter.
For Downtime and Learning
- Notebook and Pens
- Current Reading Materials
- Money for Souvenirs: There is a Sufi Gift Store with beautiful handmade crafts, art, and books.
- Bathing suit, flip flops, etc. if you wish hit the beach or enjoy the indoor pool.