ISKCON of Houston celebrates Shri Krishna Janmashtami (birthday of Lord Krishna) at the ISKCON’s state of the art temple at 1320 West 34th St. on Monday, AUGUST 26, 2024 from 6 pm past midnight. All of you are invited to come celebrate our largest festival of the year.
The event is free and open to all; and presents a perfect opportunity to invite neighbors and colleagues to showcase the rich Hindu culture which contributes to the diversity of Houston. We have planned special programs for all ages to make this event a grand success and enjoyable for everyone: sing & dance till midnight, experience a high singing glories of Lord Shri Krishna.
The evening encompasses two parallel tracks: a cultural program in the Gauranga Community Hall and continuous kirtan (chanting of the Holy Names of God in a call and response fashion) in the temple building. The cultural program includes costume contest for children followed by a cultural program (presented by Hindus of Greater Houston).
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In the temple, which is traditionally decorated with a multitude of fresh flowers, there will be kirtan, spectacular darshan of the Lord, 3 aartis (worship ceremonies) at 7:00, 9:00 & midnight and a discourse on the import of Janmashtami. The midnight aarti draws more than 500 people who chant & dance ecstatically to welcome the Lord dressed in His new outfit. Guided tours of the temple will be available.
In addition, there are opportunities to perform Abhishek (ceremonial bathing of the Deity), Jhulan (swinging the Lord), guided mantra meditation, anointing with tilak (sacred clay) and children’s activities. Vendors will offer literature & other items. Nila Madhava’s Boutique in the temple building offers a glimpse of India with musical instruments & CDs, art, clothing, jewelry, books & a variety of Indian snacks.
A special Light and Sound show “Krsna” is also planned for you all – Pastimes of Baby Krishna.
Free vegetarian dinner. Attendees can also visit Govinda’s, ISKCON’s vegetarian restaurant (closes at 9 PM) serving delicious mouthwatering food.
Donations and Sponsorships are available. Sponsors perform aarti at 7 pm, 9 pm or Midnight (sponsorship level).
Parking: Free shuttle service will bring you and take you back to your parking location. There will be no parking available at the ISKCON of Houston temple.
All parking for the event: Waltrip High School. 1900 West 34th Street.
This celebration is sponsored by:
James Oolut (Houston Mortgage Inc.)
& ISKCON of Houston
