3Oakland Psychedelic Conference + Spirituality And Beyond Conference #5

An extraordinary gathering of renowned experts in psychedelics, entheogenic plants, and spirituality will speak on Easter weekend at the Spirituality & Beyond 5 + Oakland Psychedelic Conference at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.

The event on April 19 and 20 is expected to draw a record number of visitors and feature an ‘adults-only’ 420 Easter egg hunt bearing over $30,000 worth of vouchers issued by the church.

“We’re thrilled to present this groundbreaking conference with keynote presentations by multiple notable psychedelic researchers and industry leaders,” said Pastor Dave Hodges of the Church of Ambrosia.

Visitors will also have an opportunity to join Hodges outside the center in a ‘toke and a bit of talk’ about spirituality, psychedelics, and cannabis.

Speakers

Dr. Carl L. Hart, esteemed neuroscientist and Professor of Psychology at Columbia University, will be a Saturday headliner. Hart has gained fame for his groundbreaking research on psychoactive substances and his advocacy for evidence-based drug policies.

Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, Director of UCSF’s Neuroscape Psychedelics Division, has pioneered research on psychedelics and mental health. He founded and led the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College, London. He is recognized as a transformative thinker who helped reshape psychiatry through his studies of psilocybin and LSD. He will speak on Sunday.

Mistah F.A.B., renowned Oakland rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist, will share his insights on cultural evolution and mental health on Sunday. He is dedicated to community empowerment and mental health advocacy and founded the nonprofit Liberty and Legacy Era to teach, help unite, and guide community members to achieve excellence. 

19 Keys, A visionary thought leader and host of “High Level Conversations,” 19 Keys explores themes of personal sovereignty, wealth consciousness, and spiritual evolution. His work bridges ancient wisdom with modern innovation, inspiring audiences to unlock their highest potential.

Pastor Dave Hodges, founder of Zide Door and the Church of Ambrosia —  now the world’s largest psychedelic church with over 125,000 members —  created the annual Spirituality & Beyond Conference. He is a visionary leader dedicated to spiritual growth. On Easter Sunday, he will deliver an inspirational sermon guiding seekers toward healing, higher consciousness, and a profound connection to the divine.

Here’s a brief breakdown of the two-day event:

On Day 1 (April 19), the Oakland Psychedelic Conference will feature expert-led workshops, scientific advancements, and business and networking opportunities in the psychedelic space. Day 1 coincides with Bicycle Day, which commemorates the first intentional LSD trip by Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann in 1943. 

Day 2, Easter Sunday (April 20), will focus on the intersection of spirituality, psychedelics, cannabis, magic mushrooms, DMT, ancient traditions, and modern breakthroughs. Since Sunday coincides with the annual worldwide cannabis culture celebration 420, the event is expected to be Cannabis heavy — and attendees may consume cannabis in the outdoor areas and perhaps join Hodges in a “toke and a bit of talk” about spirituality, psychedelics and cannabis.

For more information:

Church of Ambrosia
Oakland Hyphae
Videos from past Spirituality and Beyond
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