1h 01m
Coming Home to the Light Within
Wendy Kennedy · Jamye Price · Rob Gauthier
✦ Embracing Contact · May 2026 · Escondido ✦
Embracing Contact Conference
Embracing Contact
May 8–10, 2026
California Center for the Arts
The Channel Panel is coming to California. We are thrilled to announce our West Coast Channel Panel will be held May 8–10, 2026 in Escondido, CA. Join some of the most respected channelers in the world at the beautiful California Center for the Arts for three days of cutting-edge guidance, workshops, and community building.
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“Hello, dear friends! 💙 We are Mario and Lin, and we would love to share how much we appreciate The Channel Panel. We have been fortunate to attend the past few events, and each one has been a truly inspiring and transformative experience. We deeply enjoy the incredible channelers, the wonderful team, and the beautiful atmosphere created throughout the conference. Above all, we cherish the profound inner experiences that arise during the event—the activation of our consciousness, the wisdom that is shared, and the sense of expansion that naturally unfolds as we listen to the transmissions. The Channel Panel has also played a meaningful role in our own journey. It has helped activate our spoken light language and deepen our connection with light language as a whole. Through the conference, we have also discovered many wonderful channelers whom we continue to follow with great gratitude, including Rob Gauthier, JJ Brighton, Wendy Kennedy, and Tyler Ellison. We are truly grateful to be part of this beautiful community and look forward to sharing this journey of consciousness with all of you. 💙✨”
Mario and Lin“I've been to many events exploring consciousness and contact over the years, but there's something about The Channel Panel that keeps drawing me back. It's not just the incredible breadth of perspectives shared by the channelers—it's the feeling of being there. From the moment you arrive, there's a genuine sense of family. Conversations happen naturally, friendships form effortlessly, and you quickly realize you're surrounded by people who are open, curious, and welcoming. What I also love is that there really is something for everyone. Whether you're completely new to this work or have been exploring it for decades, the diversity of perspectives offers countless opportunities to learn, reflect, and discover something meaningful for yourself. But above all, it's the integrity of TCP that makes it so unique. There's no agenda, no pressure to adopt anyone else's beliefs—just an authentic invitation to explore, ask questions, and find your own truth. In a world that often feels divided, TCP has created something genuinely rare: a place where extraordinary conversations bring people together and remind us that community may be the greatest gift of all.”
Ben SymesFrom the Archive
Highlights from past events
Channeled wisdom and live conversations from prior Channel Panel gatherings — the same spirit returning to Escondido this May.
8h 10m
The Channel Panel 2017
Full event · all keynotes
8h 19m
The Channel Panel 2015
Full event · all keynotes
From the channel
Watch The Channel Panel
Full presenter panels and channeled sessions from past gatherings — a taste of the wisdom shared on stage.
About the event
About The Channel Panel
The Channel Panel is a live consciousness and channeling conference that brings together many of the world's most respected trance channelers, spiritual teachers, and consciousness researchers for a powerful in-person event.
The organization was established to support the expansion of human consciousness and multidimensional awareness through keynotes, workshops, and Q&A sessions with leading channelers including Darryl Anka (Bashar), Wendy Kennedy, Lee Carroll (Kryon), Paul Selig, Rob Gauthier, and Lyssa Royal Holt.
Our events attract those drawn to channeling and higher-dimensional communication, consciousness and spiritual awakening, extraterrestrial contact and cosmic awareness, and meditation, healing, and personal transformation.
The Channel Panel hosts events in major U.S. locations including California and beyond, offering both in-person and select livestream experiences.
Weekend program
Schedule
Friday, May 8, 2026
Keynotes
- 10:00 AM — Opening Ceremony
- 10:30 AM — Daniel Scranton Keynote
- 1:00 PM — Pamela Aaralyn Keynote
- 3:00 PM — Marilyn Harper Keynote
- 5:00 PM — Wendy Kennedy Keynote
- 7:30 PM — Lee Carroll Keynote
Workshops
- 1:00 PM — Tyler Ellison Workshop
- 3:00 PM — Daniel Scranton Workshop
- 5:00 PM — Paul Selig Workshop
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Keynotes
- 10:00 AM — Opening Ceremony
- 10:45 AM — Paul Selig Keynote
- 1:00 PM — JJ Brighton Keynote
- 3:00 PM — Rob Gauthier Keynote
- 5:00 PM — Bashar (Darryl Anka) Keynote
- 7:30 PM — Lyssa Royal Holt Keynote
Workshops
- 9:00 AM — Wendy Kennedy Workshop
- 11:00 AM — Marilyn Harper Workshop
- 1:00 PM — Darryl Anka Workshop
- 3:00 PM — Pamela Aaralyn Workshop
- 7:00 PM — Eluña Noelle Workshop
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Keynotes
- 10:00 AM — Opening Ceremony
- 10:45 AM — Eluña Noelle Keynote
- 1:00 PM — Tyler Ellison Keynote
- 3:00 PM — Channeler Panel
- 5:00 PM — Channeler Panel 2
- 7:15 PM — Group Contact Experience
Workshops
- 9:00 AM — Lyssa Royal Holt Workshop
- 11:00 AM — Rob Gauthier Workshop
- 1:00 PM — Lee Carroll & Monika Muranyi Workshop
- 3:00 PM — JJ Brighton Workshop
Your questions answered
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Channel Panel?
- The Channel Panel is a live consciousness and channeling conference that brings together many of the world's most respected trance channelers, spiritual teachers, and consciousness researchers for a powerful in-person event. Founded to expand human consciousness, it features renowned presenters like Darryl Anka (Bashar), Lee Carroll (Kryon), and Paul Selig. The event attracts attendees interested in channeling, consciousness, extraterrestrial contact, and spiritual awakening.
- What is included in the 3-Day Pass?
- The 3-day pass provides full access to the main auditorium for the entire event and includes all channeling sessions with Q&A portions, but does not include workshops.
- What is included in a Workshop Ticket?
- Workshops are break-off groups held in the Center Rehearsal Hall in a separate building area from the main auditorium. Each workshop is priced at $150.
- If I purchase both a 3-day pass and a workshop, will I miss other presentations?
- Workshops will overlap with some channelers. Check the schedule for details.
- Can I purchase a workshop pass without the 3-day pass?
- Yes, though careful review is advised. Certain workshops may not feature actual channeling sessions.
- Where is the event being held?
- California Center for the Arts. The Center is located at 340 North Escondido Boulevard, Escondido, CA 92025.
- If I purchase a ticket but cannot attend, can I get a refund?
- No, there are no refunds for any ticket types, but you may apply the value toward future Channel Panel offerings.
- Will I get access to video playback?
- Both online attendees and 3-day pass holders will have access to livestream playback for a minimum of 30 days after the event is completed.
- Does an online ticket include workshops?
- No. Workshops are not live-streamed, though presenters may record them separately.
- Are there any discounts at local hotels?
- Yes. Discounts are available through our hotel booking partner; see the travel section for details.
- Can I volunteer for this event?
- Yes. Interested volunteers should complete the form on the volunteer page. It may take several weeks to get through all applications.
- What kind of questions can I ask at the Channel Panel?
There are no "right" questions.
You do not need to know anything about channeling, consciousness, or extraterrestrials to participate. Curiosity is enough.
Questions might explore:
Consciousness and Reality
- What is consciousness?
- Why do we dream?
- What is intuition?
- Why do we experience synchronicities?
- What happens when we die?
- Is reality fundamentally physical, mental, or something else entirely?
Being Human
- Why do we suffer?
- What is the purpose of emotions?
- What does it mean to live a meaningful life?
- How do we navigate fear and uncertainty?
- Why do relationships challenge us so deeply?
- What can difficult experiences teach us?
Humanity and the Future
- How might humanity change over the next century?
- What role could artificial intelligence play in our evolution?
- How would contact with non-human intelligence affect society?
- What values might be important for humanity moving forward?
- How do we create greater unity amidst diversity?
Science and the Universe
- Are we alone?
- How common might intelligent life be?
- What are time and space?
- How might consciousness relate to physics?
- What mysteries remain unanswered?
Spiritual and Philosophical Questions
- Why are we here?
- Is there such a thing as destiny?
- Do we have free will?
- What is love?
- Why does beauty move us?
- Are we individuals, or expressions of something larger?
Questions About Ourselves
- How do I trust myself more?
- How can I cultivate greater peace?
- How do I become a better listener?
- What beliefs am I holding onto that no longer serve me?
- How can I live with more authenticity and compassion?
Perhaps the most important thing to remember is this:
You are not expected to ask questions that impress anyone. You are not expected to ask "cosmic" questions.
Sometimes the deepest questions are the simplest:
- Why am I here?
- How can I love better?
- What am I afraid of?
- What does it mean to be human?
- Who are we becoming?
And perhaps, above all:
The Channel Panel is not a place where you are expected to have the answers—it is a place where you are invited to wonder. Because sometimes the quality of our lives is shaped less by the answers we possess, and more by the questions we are willing to ask.