Toronto’s Hare Krishna Centre invites you, your family and friends to celebrate the weekend of our most significant summer festival of the year, the appearance of Lord Krishna! Come and enjoy the beautiful darshan of our deities Sri Sri Radha Ksira-cora Gopinatha in their splendid flower decorations and outfits, swing baby Krishna on his opulent swing, participate in the magical atmosphere of resounding kirtan, children’s program and the multiple festivities during the weekend.
Normally, we would celebrate for only one day but this year, we have THREE days of celebration, starting on Saturday, August 16, 2014 with 6 hours of non-stop kirtan! Beginning at 4pm, prepare for 6 hours of complete kirtan bliss and a chance to swing baby Krishna!
Sunday, August 17, 2014 will be a whole day of festivities commencing right at 4:30am until midnight at which everyone will be witness to the dazzling darshan or viewing of the deities in Their gorgeous flower outfits!
Lastly, we will be celebrating the appearance day of our spiritual master, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada on Monday, August 18, 2014. This is a chance for everyone to take the time to appreciate the many teachings and impact Srila Prabhupada has left on this world. Though it will be a late night the night before, you don’t want to miss this most sweet and intimate festival! And you can’t forget the amazing feast that will be served afterwards!
Here are the details for each festival:
Saturday, August 16 – 6 Hour Kirtan – Janmastami Special
Come the day before Janmastami and celebrate with 6 hours of non-stop rocking kirtan! The program will feature kirtan, a personal opportunity to partake in the Jhulan (Swing) festival and yummy vegetarian feast afterwards! Check out the website for more information and schedule!
Sunday, August 17 – Biggest Birthday Bash!
Celebrate Lord Krishna’s Appearance day in style ALL DAY LONG. Beginning from the morning ceremonies at 4:30am all the way to the midnight arati, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss out on a single second! Check out our website at janmastami.torontokrishna.com .
Monday, August 18 – Vyasa Puja – Srila Prabhupada’s Appearance Day!
Come celebrate the appearance of our Founder Acarya, Srila Prabhupada on the following day starting from 11am – 3pm, which will include an abhisheka (bathing ceremony), offerings and sumptuous feast! Check out the website for more information and a chance to write your personal offering to Srila Prabhupada!
Sponsorship opportunities
There are more opportunities for you to partake in the festival personally. You can help sponsor the various ceremonies and even a personal chance to bathe the deities! Please see below:
Janmashtami Feast for Saturday: $ 751
Janmashtami Feast for Sunday: $ 1501
Maha-Abhishek with jeweled conch: $ 751
Abhishek: $ 451
Flower Decorations for Saturday: $ 750
Flower Decorations for Sunday: $ 1001
Garlands: $ 500
Festival decorations: $ 500
Sponsor Jhula: $ 2000
Dry-fruit Garlands for Deities: $ 101
Arti during the day: $ 108
Sponsor Special Midnight Arti- $ 501
Butter For Lord Krishna : $ 501
If you would like to sponsor any of these items, please contact us at info@torontokrishna.com and receive a personal chance to serve the deities!
Volunteer Opportunities
Our festivals run on the generous support and time of our valued volunteers! If you would like to help out in any part of the festivities (shoe area, welcoming guests, crowd control) please email us at info@torontokrishna.com and we can sign you up!