Death Cafe write-ups
Death Cafe Newtown Australia Write up
Posted by Melissa Halliday on Feb. 15, 2026, 8:09 p.m.
A delight to host another lively Death Cafe on Saturday (Valentines Day) and enjoy some meaningful conversations over tea and cake.
Feedback forms showed that participabts generally enjoyed their time and wished it had gone longer.
One remarked that he felt there was not enough talk about death but as I mentioned: end of life discussions are free to go where the speaker wishes and as host I seek to facilitate but not control the conversations. That said, with some big personalities in the room, it was necessary to bring the talk back to allowing the next person the opportunity to share. I usually have a timer set ...
Tucson Death Cafe Friendly & Fearless MST Write up
Posted by TucsonFFDeathCafe on Feb. 11, 2026, 10:17 a.m.
Here’s a big secret. At Death Cafes we may talk a lot about death, but we are really talking about how to live with death in the world. We know about near death experiences, but not actual really for-a-while die and come back to tell about it, yet. The fact that there are, by default, no experts in this area is really freeing. We are free to have our own ideas, opinions, venture to share them, listen to others and try on new ideas in a safe environment. We’re all just people in process. Life in progress, go slow. It’s my favorite thing about Cafes ...
Second Sunday Death Cafe Portland, OR Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Feb. 10, 2026, 9:21 a.m.
Central Houston’s Monthly Death Cafe - February 2026 Write up
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on Feb. 5, 2026, 10:39 p.m.
References for Central Houston's February 2026 Death Cafe
We had 33 people attend this month's dialogue; an honest, impassioned, and vulnerable conversation ensued. Thanks to every one of you for your presence and contribution to our shared space.
Below you can find links to various things mentioned during the dialogue.
If there is something missing from my list you'd like to add and easily share with the group, just leave a public comment in the box at the bottom of this page.
Local groups & resources
- Bo's Place
https://www.bosplace.org/en/
- Death Collaborative
https://deathcollaborative.org/
- Empty Bowls Houston
https://www.houstonfoodbank.org ...
Kirby Muxloe Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Catrina Young on Feb. 3, 2026, 9:44 a.m.
There were 4 of us in attendance this month, two of whom were new to the cafe. Valuable conversation around the importance of talking about and preparing for death. Lots of laughter and excellent refreshments. Thanks to attenddees and hope to see you at future cafes.
All welcome - next cafe 20 April 2026
Virtual Death Cafe Louisville EST Write up
Posted by Justin Magnuson on Jan. 28, 2026, 2:10 p.m.
It's hard to believe I've been hosting Death Cafes since 2014. Occassionally I think this is the last one and then the conversation reminds me why I started hosting them in the first place.There's are still stones to turn and work to be done.
Venice, FL Quarterly Death Cafe - an Important Conversation Write up
Posted by finaljourneydoula on Jan. 28, 2026, 1:22 p.m.
Fifteen people shared experiences, ideas, laughter, and tears at our recent Death Café held in the Library Room of Waters Hall. We discussed loss and how grief can be unpredictable and linger, and explored how an End of Life Doula can provide services to support us now, before we are at the end of our days or as caregivers of others. We were pleasantly surposed to have the company of three Death Doulas (plus me), and a published poet who wrote a book on grief. It was an amazingly vibrant afternoon!
Within our circle of discussion, we touched on poetry, novels, and non-fiction (including checklists we can use ...
Mourning Brew Death Cafe with Marissa Jane Write up
Posted by Marissa Jane on Jan. 27, 2026, 7:27 p.m.
Valparaíso Death Cafe en Terruá Bistro Write up
Posted by Yo me creo la Muerte on Jan. 22, 2026, 8:28 a.m.
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Anchorage Death Cafe 907 Write up
Posted by DeathCafeAk on Jan. 20, 2026, 1:10 a.m.
We invite you to join us anytime!! We're demystifying the death conversation one person at a time. We're delighted to hold this sacred space for individuals to meet and respectfully share their thoughts (about all things death and dying) without advisement or judgement. Attendees are empowered to take the necessary self- determined steps to both live and die well.
Spencerport, NY Death Cafe Write up
Posted by director@aurorahousewmc.com on Jan. 17, 2026, 12:42 p.m.
Please join us at the Spencerport NY, Death Café for open conversations on death and dying, and together we will create a safe and supportive environment to explore and ask questions with no set agenda, outcomes or themes. Please note that this is a discussion and not a grief support group, although we acknowledge that grief may arise for some as we discuss topics that sometimes touch us deeply.
Marie Curie Death Cafe Penarth Write up
Posted by Rhi Axtell on Jan. 14, 2026, 6:01 a.m.
Facilitator: Lisa Casson
There were five of us in attendance this month, and, to quote one of the attendees, it felt like a ‘meeting of like-minded people’. Right away during introductions, a seed was planted which would shape the discussions throughout the café: How do we stay in the moment? How do we slow down and appreciate what we have? Especially with the consideration that we could die at any moment.
With this question to consider, we also discussed what we need to have in place – a living will, for sure, and power of attorney, but also what conversations do we need to have with our loved ones ...
Portland, OR Thursday Evening Death Cafe Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Jan. 9, 2026, 4:12 p.m.
We had 14 people at this Death Cafe, our largest Thursday evening turnout in several months. The Peace House fireplace was lovely and comforting. Linda facilitated one group and David facilitated another. One table discussed the role of a death doula, the uncertainty of life, the challenges of deciding how much to involve children when a grandparent or parent is dying, how a child's experience with death at a young age can affect them decades later -- among other topics. As always, tea, cake (chocolate), gluten free vegan cookies and other treats were served.
Death Cafe Venice FL - An Important Conversation Write up
Posted by finaljourneydoula on Dec. 31, 2025, 2:28 p.m.
This event was as meaningful as ever. We had 11 people, yet each person had a chance to talk when moved to contribute.
The group consisted mainly of Unitarian Universalist members (from Venice, FL), but these meetings are open to all.
We begin by centering ourselves and bringing our thoughts to the [often difficult] topic of death, dying, our beliefs and discoveries. We shared local experiences. It was great having this even in October - a month of celebrating death and renewal.
After the event, some let me know that they'd like more information about a Green Burial, or other related topics.
I'm happy to oblige; I ...
Virtual Death Cafe Albany, CA USA 4TH SUNDAY 4PM Write up
Posted by JimKirkpatrick on Dec. 29, 2025, 7:24 p.m.
Genevieve and Jim have cohosted this Death Cafe since July 2022. Men and women from USA North and South East Coast, North and South West Coast, Mid West, Canada and Australia. After intros we spoke about when we want to die and a desire to live, meaning and purpose for living, and the care for a loved one who is dying.