Sri Jagannath Ratha Yatra - Chariot Fest 2026
Schedule
Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Prince's Island Park | Calgary, AB
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🌟🛕 22nd Annual Sri Jagannath Ratha Yatra 🛕🌟Chariot Fest | Hosted by ISKCON Calgary
🗓️ Saturday, June 20 | ⏰ 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Prince’s Island Park (Main Entrance)
Join us for Calgary’s most joyful and spiritual celebration! Experience the divine presence of Lord Jagannath (Krishna), accompanied by His brother Baladeva and sister Subhadra, as They ride through the streets on a magnificent chariot pulled by thousands of loving hearts. This sacred journey symbolizes the Lord coming out to bless everyone with His merciful darshan.
Lord Jagannath, alongside Baladeva and Subhadra, is worshipped worldwide through the ancient Ratha Yatra – Chariot Fest. Introduced globally over five decades ago by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of ISKCON, this celebration now unites 750+ cities worldwide in devotion, joy, and community spirit.
✨ Festival Highlights
🌸 Grand Ratha Yatra Parade through downtown Calgary
🙏 Divine Darshan of Lord Jagannath, Baladeva & Subhadra
🎶 Live Kirtan, Music & Cultural Performances
🍚 Free Vegetarian Feast (Prasadam)
🎨 Kids Activities, Cultural Exhibits & Gift Shop
📚 Books on Yoga & Meditation
🙏 Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Support Prasadam seva, Deity worship, Decorations, Tents, Cultural programs, and *Festival arrangements for thousands of attendees.
🍽️ Pledge a Plate – Only $3
Help serve Prasadam and spread love through Seva.
🎁 Sponsors of 50+ plates or donations of $125+ will receive a sacred hand-painted Jagannath painting from Sri Jagannath Puri as a token of appreciation.
🙌 Volunteers Needed
Serve in Kitchen, Parade, Booth setup, Decorations, Kids activities, Photography, Social media, and more.
🍚 Sri Jagannath Annakut Seva - 1008 Offerings
Offer Bhoga to Lord Jagannath during this auspicious festival.
🙏 For Sponsorship & Volunteering:
📞 587-577-9210
📞 403-265-3302
📞 403-808-0989
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✨ Everyone is welcome - come celebrate devotion, culture, and togetherness with the whole community!
Please help this invitation go viral by sharing it with everyone you know — across your contact list and social media platforms.
https://www.iskconcalgary.ca/RathaYatra
Jai Jagannath!🙏⭕❕⭕
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Where is it happening?
Prince's Island Park, 273 Memorial Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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