ISKCON of Houston

Padmini Ekadasi
2026-05-26
Padmini Ekadasi
(Purushottam (Adhik) Masa)
Break fast on next day: 6:22 to 11 am
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Apara Ekadasi
2026-05-12
Apara Ekadasi
Break fast next day: 8:30 to 11:01
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Nrsimha Chaturdasi
2026-04-30
Lord Nrsimha Appearance Day
Nrsimha Chaturdasi
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Fast till DUSK today.
Om Namo Bhagavate Narasimhaya
oṁ namo bhagavate narasiṁhāya namas tejas-tejase āvir-āvirbhavavajra-nakha vajra-daṁṣṭra karmāśayān randhaya randhaya tamo grasagrasa oṁ svāhā; abhayam abhayam ātmani bhūyiṣṭhā oṁ kṣraum
I offer my respectful obeisances unto Lord Nṛsiṁhadeva, the source of all power. O my Lord who possesses nails and teeth just like thunderbolts, kindly vanquish our demonlike desires for fruitive activity in this material world. Please appear in our hearts and drive away our ignorance so that by Your mercy we may become fearless in the struggle for existence in this material world.

Mohini Ekadasi
2026-04-27
Mohini Ekadasi
Break fast next day: 6:41 to 8:24
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Akshaya Tritiya
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Akshaya Tritiya
Offer Seva for Infinite Blessings
19 April, 2026 (Sunday)
Akshaya (never diminishing) Tritiya is considered one of the most auspicious occasions for performing charity, seva, and especially making Akshaya Tritiya donation for infinite blessings.
The entire day is subha and ideal for spiritual activities.
👉 Donating on Akshaya Tritiya ensures your good deeds become Akshaya (never diminishing).
Make Your Akshaya Tritiya Donation Sacred
Any donation made on this day becomes Akshaya (never diminishing) and continues to bring spiritual benefits forever.
By offering your donation with devotion, you invite divine blessings, peace, and prosperity into your life.
Why Donate on Akshaya Tritiya? Donating on Akshaya Tritiya is not just an act of giving—it is a spiritual investment that never fades.
Your donation helps:

Bring blessings and peace into your life
Create good deeds that last forever
Support important temple services and activities

There are many ways to offer seva: Sign up for monthly EFT donation – amount of your choice. OR Send a check: ISKCON of Houston Accounting 1320 West 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018. You can also send it via Zelle or PayPal (use IskconHouston1008@gmail.com)
Online secure donation using your credit card: DONATE ONLINE

Varuthini Ekadasi
2026-04-13
Varuthini Ekadasi
Break your fast next day: 6:55 to 11:13
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Rama Navami Festival
2026-03-29 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Lord Rama’s Appearance Day Festival
SHRI RAMA NAVAMI – Musical Ramayana“The best kept secret – A treasure of Sundar Kanda“ by HG Nityananda Pran Das & Troupe

Festival sponsorship/donation: Click here!

Kamada Ekadasi
2026-03-28
Kamada Ekadasi
Break fast next day: 7:14 to 11:22
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Rama Navami
2026-03-26
Lord Rama’s Appearance Day
SHRI RAMA NAVAMI
Fast till Sunset today.

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Papamocani Ekadasi
2026-03-14
Papamocani Ekadasi
Break your fast next day: 7:31 to 11:30
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Gaura Purnima
2026-03-02 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Appearance Day of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
GAURA PURNIMA – Golden Moon Festival
Fast today (through Moon rise)
Program starts at 630 PM

Kirtan
Abhisek – Sri Gaura Nitai
Feast

Sponsorship available: Donate at: ISKCONHOUSTON.ORG/DONATE
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Amalaki Vrata Ekadasi
2026-02-27
Amalaki-Vrata Ekadasi
Fast break next day: 6:48 to 9:15
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Starting today, Gaura Purnima Festivities begin with:
GAURA KATHA – “HEART OF SRI GAURA”with HG Adi Gadadhar Prabhu*Fri (Feb 27) 7 to 9 pm*Sat (Feb 28) 7:30 to 9 am*Sat (Feb 28) 6:30 to 9 pm*Sun (Mar 1) 7:30 to 9 am*Sun (Mar 1) 5 to 7 pm (includes Special Drama)*Mon (Mar 2) 7:30 to 9 am

HH Tamal Krishna Goswami Disappearance Day
2026-02-17
Srila Gurudeva (HH Tamal Krishna Goswami) Disappearance Day

Shiva Ratri
2026-02-15 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Maha Shiva Ratri
Come join us!
Sunday Feast program

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Vijaya Ekadasi
2026-02-12
Vijaya Ekadasi
Break your fast next day: 9:22 to 10:44
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Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur Appearance Day
2026-02-06
Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur Appearance Day
Fast till Noon
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Nityananda Trayodasi
2026-01-30 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Lord Nityananda Prabhu’s Appearance Day
Nityananda Trayodasi
Fast till Noon.
Festival starts at 6:30 PM

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Bhaimi Ekadasi
2026-01-28
Bhaimi Ekadasi
Fasting today till Noon for Varaha Deva Appearance Day
Break your fast next day: 7:45 to 10:47

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Sri Advaita Acharya Appearance Day
2026-01-25 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Sri Advaita Acharya Appearance Day
Fast till Noon
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Part of Sunday Feast

Sat-tila Ekadasi
2026-01-14
SAT-TILA Ekadasi (Read more)
Fast from grains/beans.
Break your fast next day: 7:17 to 8:48

Putrada Ekadasi
2025-12-30
Putrada Ekadasi
Fast break on Dec 31 from 7:16-10:42

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Happy Krishnamas
2025-12-25
Happy Krishnamas (Christmas) feast
Gifting for our Deities.
Special feast!
See the gift list from our Deities and pujaris. You can either pledge and donate in person OR visit: iskconhouston.org/donate and select “Gift – Amount of Item”, enter the amount of the item and include the description in the field: “If donating for non listed item – please specify details”
We appreciate your support.

Saphala Ekadasi
2025-12-15
Saphala Ekadasi
Break fast on Dec 16 from 7:10 to 10:34 am
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Japa Retreat
2025-12-12 18:00 - 2025-12-14 17:30 (America/Chicago)
Annual Japa Retreat 2025 with:
HH Romapada Swami
Special Guest: HG Yamuna Jivan Prabhu
December 12-14, 2025
“Chanting with Enthusiasm, Patience & Confidence”
Friday (Dec 12) 6:30 PM
Saturday (Dec 13) 4:30 am to 7 pm
Sunday (Dec 14) 4:30 am to 5 pm
Join us for a weekend of inspiring lectures, guided mantra meditation, kirtan, and prasadam! HH Romapada Swami will be joined by a very special guest HG Yamuna Jivan Prabhu from Chicago.
Registration is required for all sessions.
To sponsor Prasadam at Retreat, please visit DONATE – ISKCON of Houston (iskconhouston.org) and select “Amount of Your Choice” to enter amount.
More details and registration: DETAILS

Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur Disappearance Day
2025-12-07
Disappearance day of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur
Fasting till noon today.

10:00 AM – Kirtan 10:35 AM – Je anilo (bhajan)10:45 AM – Class 11:45 AM Pushpanjali12:00 Noon – Kirtan & Aarti12:20 PM – Prasadam

Gita Jayanti 2025
2025-12-01 16:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Gita Jayanti – Advent of Srimad Bhagavad Gita – Mokshada Ekadasi (Fast from grains)
Supported by: Consulate General of India Houston
Monday, December 01(Actual Day, Mokshada Ekadasi)4 PM Gita Parayana (Chanting All verses)7 PM Gaura Aarti/Kirtan7:30 PM Gita Yajna (for sponsors)8 PM Prasadam

Gita Jayanti (Festival) Sunday, December 072 PM Gita Parayana (Chanting All verses)5:30 PM Aarti6 PM Class 7 PM Aarti7:30 PM Prasadam
Festival sponsorship : $125 for single case of Bhagavad-Gita As It Is.Please contact HG Patita Pavana prabhu for registration (to sponsor)
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Thanksgiving Feast at ISKCON
2025-11-27 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Our annual tradition of Thanksgiving Feast.
Everyone is invited.
Bring non-perishable (non-refrigerated) food items for donation. We are collecting donations through Thanksgiving Feast and will donate to local food distribution centers. There will be a collection box at the front desk and you can bring these items during the week when temple is open.

Thanksgiving Retreat
2025-11-26 18:00 - 2025-11-30 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Thanksgiving Retreat
November 26 – 30, 2025
with HH Romapada Swami
Pilgrimage to Badrinath and Haridwar
Maharaja will guide us on a soul-stirring virtual pilgrimage through the sacred lands of Haridwar and Badrinath, unveiling the divine pastimes and exalted personalities that sanctify these holy places.
You can sponsor prasadam during this retreat. See the levels.
Visit: iskconhouston.org/donate page and select “amount of your choice” and add information in the notes field.

Festival of Bliss
2025-11-08 10:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Festival of Bliss 2025
Witness the grand Chariot Parade, a joyful spectacle of an artfully decorated chariot moving gracefully around the streets of American Legion Park. Join the vibrant energy as our community comes together for this beautiful and blissful celebration.
Our Colorfest is a vibrant celebration where joy bursts forth in a spectacular display of hues! Get ready to immerse yourself in a cloud of colorful powders, set to a backdrop of lively music and cheerful energy. It’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come together, laugh, dance, and share in a truly vivid and unforgettable experience at our Festival of Bliss.
Saturday, 8 November 2025 – starts at 10:30 AM
Key Timings

10:30 AM – Gates Open: Welcome to the Festival!
11:30 AM – Grand Chariot Parade (Starts at American Legion Park)
12:30 PM – Main Activities Kick Off
3:00 PM – COLOR FEST: A joyful burst of colors!
4:00 PM – Festival Concludes

Ongoing Activities (10:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

Children’s Train Ride – A fun ride for our youngest guests
Govinda’s Cuisine – Fresh vegetarian & vegan food
Fun & Fair Games – Activities for all ages
Face Painting – Creative designs for everyone

All parking at ISKCON of Houston. No parking at American Legion Park.
Details and Sponsorships: https://festivalofblisshouston.com/

Parsva Ekadasi
2025-09-03
Parsva Ekadasi
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Fast from grains/beans
Break fast on Sep 4 from 7 to 11:13 am
Fast till Noon today for Vamana Dvadasi
