Creating the Community and Life You Want Drum Circle

Drumming for Your Life Institute (DFYL) presents "Creating the Community and Life You Want Drum Circle" - the largest community drum circle in the history of Los Angeles - that will bring together 200 to 300 Angelenos, from all walks of life, to gather in the heart of downtown LA at Gloria Molina Grand Park ... AND DRUM.

ABOUT THIS HISTORIC EVENT

Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, the DFYL drum circle aims to bring diverse groups of people together across all cultures, races, and genders to connect and drum in a shared creative and transformative experience that can both heal and build community.

The Event is FREE and all are welcome. No musical experience is necessary to participate and drums will be provided for everyone needing one. There will be a variety of food trucks offering free food. DFYL partner organizations that provide mental health services will have informational tables set up and the City of Los Angeles | Office of the City Clerk will be on-site to assist participants with voter registration.

During the event's opening ceremony, local politicians and community leaders will be speaking, including:

• Supervisor Kathryn Barger (5th District)
• Councilmember Kevin de León (14th district)
• Dr. Curley L. Bonds, Chief Medical Officer - LA County Department of Mental Health

TO REGISTER

Advance registration is recommended but not required. You can reserve your spot by registering on Eventbrite or by sending an email to [email protected].

THE POWER OF GROUP DRUMMING

The drum has the ability to bring diverse communities together and the drum circle cultivates a positive environment that provides an opportunity for people, from all walks of life, to connect in a shared creative experience. In a world where social isolation is a growing concern, group drumming sessions stand out as a beacon of community building.

The drum doesn’t distinguish between racial, ethnic, religious, or economic differences. The inclusive nature of drum circles breaks down barriers, lifts the spirit of those who feel marginalized, and opens the eyes and ears of those who do not. Those participating form a supportive community, strengthening social bonds while building a sense of belonging. Through drumming and the power of rhythm, everyone is heard.

The act of drumming creates a powerful energy, an awakening of understanding that lifts the spirits. It can induce deep relaxation, lower stress hormones in the blood, and bring a person’s attention to the present moment. It promotes the practice of mindfulness in a creative way, fostering mental well-being and positivity. For many, the drum circle becomes a sacred space, an experience that transcends verbal communication, where emotional expression is not just accepted but celebrated.

MAY IS "MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH"

Taking place during Mental Health Awareness Month, DFYL has planned this community experience with a very specific goal: to amplify the voices of the most vulnerable in our community and transform self-expression into action that positively impacts the daily lives of participants. DFYL partner organizations that provide mental health services will have informational tables set up at the event. 

Host or Publisher Drumming for Your Life Institute