The Hare Krishna Festival arrives at Washington Square Park on Saturday, June 8th from 12-7 p.m. This festive event has been an annual tradition at the park for many years now. A parade beginning at 11 a.m. leads the festivities to Washington Square, starting at Fifth Avenue and East 45th Street, continuing downtown along Fifth Avenue.
This is the 48th annual Hare Krishna Parade and Festival, also known as Ratha Yatra or Festival of Chariots. Come by and enjoy free vegetarian food, meditation, music, dance, exhibits and more!
Celebrate the joyous Hare Krishna Festival with us at our annual gathering, promising an unforgettable experience for the whole family!
This is a free, family-friendly event that will feature:
- Delicious and healthy vegetarian food, generously offered to all attendees, completely free of charge.
- Enchanting kirtan, the soul-stirring music that uplifts and rejuvenates the spirit.
- Dance and theatrical performances that weave together ancient wisdom and modern storytelling.
- Free meditation classes to help you relax and connect with your inner peace.
- Exhibits on the ancient wisdom of the sacred Bhagavad-gita, a timeless text that offers guidance on how to live a happy and fulfilling life.
If you register for free via EventBrite and present the ticket at the Welcome Booth, you will receive a “special complimentary gift, as a token of appreciation.”
More on the Hare Krishna Parade from the organizers:
Prepare to be captivated as the three majestic hand-pulled chariots, each soaring 50 feet high and adorned with resplendent red, yellow, and green cloth canopies, gracefully glide along the parade route.
This exceptional event, one of only five parades permitted on 5th Avenue, will bring together thousands of jubilant participants who will dance, and sing, playing traditional rhythmic drums and cymbals, creating an atmosphere of pure joy and devotion.
Photos: Cathryn
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