Ratha Yatra - The Chariot Festival of India

Name: Ratha Yatra - The Chariot Festival of India
Start: 2025-12-20T10:00:00+08:00
End: 2025-12-20T14:30:00+08:00
Location: Forrest Chase, Perth City

Schedule

Sat Dec 20 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:30 pm

UTC+08:00

Location

Forrest Chase, Perth City | Perth, WA

Ratha Yatra - The Chariot Festival of India
Saturday, 20 December 2025
10:00am - 2:30pm
Forrest Chase, Perth city
Ratha-yatra, or the Festival of Chariots, is a joyous event celebrated for thousands of years in the Indian holy city of Jagannatha Puri, and more recently in cities around the world such as streets of London, Paris, Sydney, Tokyo, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and on New York’s prestigious Fifth Avenue.
Another name for Krishna, Jagannatha refers to the ecstatic form of the Lord with large eyes and rugged features who is carried on a gigantic chariot during this festival.
Perth festival will have dance, parades around Forrest Place with an opportunity to also pull the Chariot, Kirtan Meditation, Live Music performances, Vegetarian food, Spiritual Books & Gift Shop, Bouncy castle & more!
Everyone is welcome to this FREE family friendly event.
Come along with friends and family, pull the cart, join the parade and participate in this beautiful cultural experience.
FAQ
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
- No, there are no minimum age requirements. Children must be supervised at all times by parents.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
- Forrest Place is conveniently located near Perth Busport and Perth Underground Train station. You can catch a train or bus from anywhere in Perth to come to Perth CBD and walk over to Forrest Place.
For more information: https://visitperth.com/see-and-do/public-spaces/Venues/forrest-place
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
- Please call Nishant : 0415 269 562 or
- Rashi : 0406 724 285
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
- You do not need to bring any printed tickets.
What can I bring into the event?
- Just bring yourself, your friends and family for a relaxing and cultural experience.
Please note this is a smoke and alcohol free family event.