7 Spiritual Events & Spaces in Chicago
- Kathy Bresler
- Dec 17, 2025
- 5 min read
Searching for ways to support your inner self? In addition to self-care or meditation, one of the best ways to care for ourselves is by finding spaces that help us slow down, breathe differently, and feel more at home in our own bodies. Immersing ourselves in the right environment can shift our whole experience: reminding us that healing and power often move together when we feel grounded and supported.
Fortunately, Chicago is full of spiritual events and sacred spaces. Some are nestled in nature, others bloom inside community studios or appear as seasonal gatherings shaped by ritual, art, and collective intention. Many are less about the physical space they inhabit and more about the specific person bringing practices to life.
Finding Spiritual Events and Sacred Spaces
Whether you’re drawn to meditation circles, sound experiences, sacred art, or community-centered teachings, the city offers a wide range of places and practices to explore. Best of all, you don’t need prior experience to give these a try: just curiosity, openness, and a willingness to step into environments designed to hold you and help you listen inward.
Below, we’ve curated 7 Chicago-based events, practitioners, and spaces that invite reflection, renewal, and connection. We like to think of these as gentle starting points: doorways into deeper presence, meaning, and belonging.
Chicago-Centric Spiritual Connections Ahead
Our collection of favorite upcoming spiritual events and spaces is listed chronologically, beginning in January 2026, though some listings offer multiple options. Whenever possible, we’ve indicated when more dates are available.
Current Vibrations Sound Meditation | Jay Taylor
Website: Current Vibrations
A core part of Chicago’s sound movement, Jay bases his practice on the philosophy that we’re all trying our best, and our best can be expanded through the release of stress, healing of trauma, and the loving consideration of the body.
Dates: Ongoing offerings in December 2025 and onward, listed on his website.
Perfect For:
Anyone curious about meditation broadly, as sound meditation can help you remain focused in your practice.
Those looking for sound meditations in Chicago at multiple locations.
Fun Fact:
Jay is a multi-instrumentalist who utilizes sound bowls, percussion, wind instruments, and more in his solo and group events.
Sacred Seeds of Success | Gina Marotta and Amy Galvin co-creators of Work Like Women™
Strategic planning that honors women’s ambition and intuition, this annual visioning workshop offers a dedicated time and space for women leaders and founders to co-create your year with timeless sacred wisdom and a practical, proven structure.
Dates: January 16th, 2026.
Perfect For:
Women longing to weave feminine intuition in their professional roles.
Those exhausted by the typical pressure that comes with new year goals and strategic planning.
Fun Fact:
In addition to the morning workshop, attendees have the option to build more momentum by staying in ALTAR’s beautiful, nurturing space to build connections, refine your plan, and cowork for the day.
Shamanic Reiki Attunement & Mentorship | Earthed Empress, Rachel Kathryn Weber
Website: Earthed Empress
A sacred invitation into your healing gifts and intuitive power, this 3-month immersion aligns you into energetic fluency, inner sovereignty, and earth-based healing.
Dates: Begins January 24th, 2026.
Perfect For:
Women on a deeper spiritual path craving community.
Those feeling a call to step into a healing or guiding role.
Fun Extras:
Rachel, Earthed Empress, hosts multiple monthly events. From energy healing, Tarot, Sisterhood Circles, and more, women interested in connecting with themselves on a deeper level have many options to choose from.
Breathwork and Sisterhood Circles | aStartLiving, Asta Malciute
Website: aStartLiving
Women’s circle facilitator and trauma-informed somatic release breathwork practitioner, Asta is passionate about holding sacred space for women to remember, reconnect, and reclaim their gifts and their power.
Dates: Ongoing, next Breathwork on January 26th.
Perfect For:
Women longing to rediscover their true selves and their feminine wisdom.
Anyone feeling nervous about stepping into these new spaces–Asta specializes in fostering nurturing community for all who gather with her.
Fun Extra:
For those wanting a tailored approach, Asta offers three-month 1:1 Mentorship programs for women seeking deeper support on their journey.
Nurture Yourself in Nature | Garfield Park Conservatory
Website: Garfield Conservatory
Sometimes we need a little fresh air! The Conservatory is a year-round option to immerse yourself in lush greenery, outdoor gardens, and serene spaces.
Dates: Ongoing, with special programs listed on their calendar.
Perfect For:
Those who need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, but can’t go away too far.
Anyone wanting a family-friendly place to slow down.
Fun Extras:
In addition to their special events and showcases, Garfield Park Conservatory hosts an Urban Roots Program to support teens in experiencing tranquility while building a relationship with the natural world.
Qoya Transformative Movement Practices | Return to the Roots, Brighid O'Shaughnessy
Website: Return to the Roots
Using locations around Chicago, Brighid creates spaces for healing through movement, nature connection, creative expression, and the honoring of voices that have long been silenced.
Dates: Wednesday and Sunday Nia® sessions in Oak Park, plus other programs shared on her website.
Perfect For:
Those who find their inner selves through yoga or pilates and are looking to try something new.
Anyone looking for a deeper connection to nature and the natural world.
Fun Fact:
Bridgid brings her beloved Qoya® Classes to ALTAR Community on a regular basis! Keep an eye out for upcoming dates on our calendar.
Bring Your Soul to Work Day Open House | ALTAR Community
Website: ALTAR Community
Once a month, we offer an Open House designed to support women with opportunities for nurturing connection, introspective reflection, professional development, and plenty of fun! These soulful and spiritual events invite you to try activities and meet practitioners you might not find on your own.
Dates: Next date is January 20th. Ongoing one day each month, listed here.
Perfect For:
Women who are overwhelmed by all the wellness options available in Chicago and want to try a few out.
Those looking for a balanced coworking space where they can flow between focused time and intentional breaks with ease and guided programs.
Fun Fact:
ALTAR’s Bring Your Soul to Work Days are FREE for first-time guests and ALTAR Members, so it’s an affordable way to try something new.
How to Choose the Right Spiritual Event for You
While reading this list of upcoming spiritual events in Chicago, did you notice if any gently called or spoke to you? Do you feel invited by the short description alone? Is the location or practice a draw? Listen to that nudge! Your intuition is guiding you in the right direction.
Remember: you don’t need to be “perfect” or “ready” to join any of these events. The most important thing is for you to show up exactly as you are.
Why We Need Spiritual Events and Sacred Spaces Right Now
Our world is a stressful place. At ALTAR, we know the environments we choose to inhabit impact our overall well-being. Notice spaces where your body softens, your curiosity perks up, and you feel more like yourself. We’re grateful to be in Chicago, where the spiritual landscape is wide and generous. This city offers countless ways to reconnect with meaning, community, and inner wisdom, strengthening our overall emotional health.
Whether you try one idea on our list or explore several, trust that each experience will meet you in its own way. Let yourself follow what fuels and nourishes your inner spirit. Wherever you go next, we hope you find what helps you feel rooted and supported in your unique spiritual path.
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