Festival of Chariots (Ratha Yatra) - Boston
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Festival of Chariots (Ratha Yatra) - Boston

The Festival of Chariots is one of the jolliest cultural festivals of India, now being celebrated internationally (sample pictures below)

By ISKCON Boston

Date and time

Saturday, June 22 · 11am - 5pm EDT

Location

Boston Common

139 Tremont Street Boston, MA 02111

Agenda

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Procession of a Majestic Chariot FROM 1 Cambria St TO Boston Common

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Blissful Festivities at Boston Common Public Park

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

    Every year, in the mystical land of Jagannath Puri in India, at the beginning of the monsoon season, Jagannath comes out along with His brother Baladev and sister Subhadra, and They are put on 3 magnificent chariots. Almost a million people throng to the city and pull these 3 chariots with love and devotion, accompanied by joyful spiritual music and graceful dancing.

    "Jagannath" technically translates to "The Lord of the Universe". But much more than just a cosmic controller and a cosmic button-pusher, Jagannath is perceived as the sweetest reciprocator of love. Jagannath is experienced as the superlatively charming, jolly, and playful Supreme Divinity.

    The same Rath Yatra festival that is celebrated in Jagannath Puri, will be celebrated in Boston, MA, to spread vibes of goodness and happiness. Everyone in and around Boston will get a chance to participate and immerse in blissful festivities like:

    • pulling the chariot of Jagannath
    • singing and dancing,
    • mantra meditation,
    • making spiritual friendships,
    • savoring a delicious vegetarian feast (FREE),
    • interacting with traveling monks in Q&A booths,
    • exploring some mind-blowing dioramas and exhibits

    We will also have a wide variety of spiritual literature for you to explore, and booths with henna and spiritual/cultural artifacts. This is a child-friendly festival, and there'll be lots of fun activities for kids.

    Join us to give spiritual joy a chance, and confidently say "good bye" to anxiety, lamentation, fear and loneliness.

    (to join our Communication Channels to stay updated about any such future events or festivals, as well as FREE courses on spiritual wisdom offered by us, just follow: https://linktr.ee/iskcon.boston)

    ( and if you would like to volunteer at the festival, please join this WhatsApp Community for updates: https://tinyurl.com/volunteers-foc)

    Frequently asked questions

    Is there a Dress Code?

    Nope. Any decent clothing that's comfortable for you would be perfect ☺️

    Is there an entry fee?

    This festival is absolutely FREE of cost for everyone to join

    Do I need to RSVP?

    Yes, your RSVP helps us serve you in the best possible way. Please RSVP by getting a FREE eventbrite ticket. We will also send you timely reminders and other important details/updates via eventbrite.

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