ISKCON of New York City

Gita Jayanti (observed)
2022-12-04 | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States

TRANSFORM Sri Sri Radha Govinda Mandir
2023-07-30 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
ISKCON NYC will be hosting a special event in honor of Kadamba Kanana Swami Maharaj to launch our temple expansion and renovation project on Sunday, July 30th at 5:30 PM.
This event will be graced by the presence of several renowned senior members of ISKCON – His Holiness Radhanath Swami, His Holiness Devamrita Swami , His Holiness Jayadvaita Swami, His Grace Jananivas das, His Grace Gauranga das, His Grace Braja Vilas das, and His Grace Sunanda das . Moreover, we will have the presence of Sri Nityananda Prabhu, in the form of his sacred padukas, from the Sri Pancha Tattva Temple at ISKCON Mayapur.
During the event, we will present the plans inspired by Kadamba Kanana Maharaj for the first phase of this effort. This includes transforming the current “shoe room” into an eco café, installing new doors and windows, refreshing the temple facade, converting the balcony room into a multifunctional space, and making necessary repairs to the building infrastructure.
The Event will also be live streamed on ISKCON NYC YouTube channel.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Govinda's
2023-11-23 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | NY
We are grateful to invite you to join us for an unforgettable dining experience at Govinda’s Kitchen. Our team has put together a sublime prix-fixe vegetarian feast that is sure to delight your senses. From salads to soups, savories, entrees, and desserts, every dish is prepared with love and devotion. We are proud to offer plenty of vegan and kid-friendly options to ensure that everyone can enjoy this special occasion. Your presence means the world to us, and we hope to see you soon at Govinda’s Kitchen.
Menu:
Starter:
Koftas + chutney (v)
Garden Salad (v)
Entree:
Roasted Vegetables (v)
Vegetable Pilaf (v)
Paneer Chops
Mashed Potatoes w/gravy (v)
Split-pea soup (v)
Dessert:
Apple Pie
Gulab Jamun
Ekadashi Menu:
Starter:
Tapioca pakoras + chutney (v)
Garden Salad (v)
Entree:
Roasted Vegetables (v)
Quinoa stir fry (v)
Paneer Chops
Guaranga Potatoes
Broccoli and cheddar soup
Dessert:
Pumpkin Pie
Shrikand
Pricing:
$30 per person, $35 at the door
$85 for family (2 adults, 2 children under 13), $90 at the door
Reserve Tickets Today via Eventbrite!!

Take-out meals and Party Trays
Preorder take-out for an additonal $5.00
Trays of each item are available for sale! Pre-order before November 22nd.
$75/ half tray and $150/full tray
Purchase Tickets
Contact Chaitanyananda at (347) 803-0626 for more information.

Tulasi Vivaha
2023-11-25 16:30 - 20:00 UTC | NY
Please join us to celebrate the Divine Wedding of Shaligrama (Lord Vishnu) and Tulasi Devi.
Schedule:
4:30PM – Kirtan
6:00PM – Damodorastakam Prayers
6:45PM – Tulasi Vivah Ceremony
8:00PM – Prasadam Feast

Christmas Dinner at Govinda's Kitchen
2023-12-25 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Govinda’s Kitchen invites you to join us for a special Christmas Holiday Dinner!

Come with your family, friends, near and dear ones, to partake in feast specially prepared by the Govinda’s Kitchen team.

Menu:

Starters
Lilva Kacori
Mini Samosa
Medu Vada

Main Course
Vegetable Biryani
Shahi Paneer
Navratan Korma
Bhindi Aloo Masala
Parantha

Desserts
Ras Malai
Jalebi
Holiday cookies

Drinks
Masala Chai
Cranberry Soda

Price: $25/person

Please call Shobamayi Dasi at (917) 710-3783 to buy tickets and reserve your seats today.

Walk-ins Welcome!

Nrsimha Caturdasi
2024-05-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States

Monthly Sankirtan Festival
2024-07-13 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
We are pleased to announce the relaunch of the Monthly Sankirtan Festival!
Please join us on Saturday, July 13th for an inspiring day of book distribution and devotee association in Downtown Brooklyn.
Schedule
10am-11am — Class and Book Distribution Training with Divyangi Devi Dasi
11:30am-2pm — Book Distribution
2:30pm — Lunch Prasadam and Sharing Reflections
We hope to see you there! 📚🎶
If you plan on joining us, please RSVP at the link below👇
https://www.bhaktischoolnyc.com/event-details/sankirtan-festival-the-joy-of-giving

Summer Hare Krishna Festival
2024-07-20 16:00 - 20:00 UTC | NY
Join us in the hustling and bustling heart of New York City for the biggest kirtan event of the month.
When: Saturday, July 20th
Time: 4pm-8pm
Where: Father Duffy Square (46th Street and 7th Avenue)
Come and immerse yourself in the spiritual potency.
Help us share Krsna Consciousness with the thousands of passersby, many of whom will be experiencing the holy names for the first time!
Prabhupada needs many chanters, many dancers, and many book distributors!
Sri Sri Gaur Nitai, Sri Sri Radha Govinda, and Jagannath Baladeva and Subhadra look forward to seeing you there!

Gita Jayanti
2024-12-08 16:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
We will celebrate the most auspicious day of Gita Jayanti, the day when Lord Sri Krishna spoke Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, on Sunday, December 8, 2024
Schedule:
4:30 pm — Kirtan
6:00 pm — Gaura Arati
6:30 pm — Recitation of Gita verses by Sunday school
7:00 pm — Maha Yagna
8:00 pm — Prasadam
8:45 pm — Sayan Arati
Please review the sponsorship opportunities available for this special day.
Mangala offering $151
Breakfast offering $201
Maha Yagna $251
Gardenias 2 boxes $300
Garlands $301
Box of Gita $251 (Bhagavad Gita sponsors will participate in the Maha Yagna)
Rajbhog offering $351
Prasad distribution $1,001
Whole day offering $501
For more information please contact Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-3783.
Please donate what you can!
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As always, Thank you for your support!🙏
Gita Jayanti Mahotsava Ki Jai!
Srila Prabhupada Ki Jai!

New Year's Eve Celebration
2024-12-31 18:30 - 2025-01-01 00:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Come celebrate New Year’s Eve with Sri Sri Radha Govinda! We will also have a walking Harinam to Prospect Park at 10pm, please join us!
Event Schedule:
6:30PM – Gaura Arati
7:30PM – Kirtan
8:30PM – Sayan Arati
9:00PM – Prasadam Distibution
10:00PM – New Year’s Ceremony
11:00PM – Kirtan
There are also many sponsorship opportunities available for this special occasion. For more info, contact Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-3783.

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Nityananda Trayodasi
2025-02-10 17:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
On Monday, February 10th we will be celebrating the most auspicious Nityananda Trayodasi (appearance of Lord Nityananda).
To review schedule and sponsorship opportunity details please click here.
To arrange any sponsorship please contact Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-3783.
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Narasimha Caturdashi
2025-05-11 16:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Please join us Sunday, May 11th to celebrate the appearance day of Lord Nrsimhadeva!

Festival Schedule

4:30PM – Kirtan
6:00PM – Gaura Arati
6:45PM – Abhiseka
7:35PM – Drama
8:00pm – Prasadam Feast
8:30PM – Shayan Arati
9:00PM – Darshan Closes

Sri Nrsimha Caturdasi Festival Sponsorship Opportunities:

There are several sponsorship opportunities available for this date:
Mangala Arati Offering $251
Breakfast Offering $251
Sandhya Offering $251
Abhisek $351
Garlands $351
Gardenias $301(two boxes)
Jasmine Flowers $351
Altar decorations $551
Rajbhoga offering $351
Feast $2,501
Whole day offerings $1,008
Total sponsorship $5501
For more information please contact Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-3783
Please donate generously according to your desires and capacity.

NYC Snana Yatra with HH Radhanath Swami
2025-06-07 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | NY
Snana Yatra
Saturday, June 7, 2025
5:00PM-9:00PM
We cordially invite you to the ceremonial grand shower of Lord Jagannath:

Please join us on Saturday, June 7, 2025 to welcome Lord Jagannath to ISKCON NYC and offer him a grand ceremonial bathing ceremony starting at 5PM.

There are many sponsorship opportunities available for this years 4 day festival:
Four Days of Prasad Distribution – $60,000
Flowers and Decorations – $20,000
Deity’s Dresses and Paraphernalia – $20,000
Rath Carts, Rentals, Permits, Trucks, ETC. – $60,000
Total Sponsorship – $160,000
For more information please contact Shobamayi Devi Dasi at (917) 710-3783
Any and all contributions are accepted and appreciated!

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Sunday Love Feast with HG Gauranga Das
2025-06-08 16:30 - 21:00 UTC | NY

Program Schedule with HH S.B. Keshava Swami
2025-07-04 08:00 - 2025-07-08 09:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
ISKCON NYC is excited to welcome HH Svayam Bhagavad Keshava Swami in the coming week. Please join us for an enlivening line-up of programs with Maharaja.
Friday, July 4 | 8AM
Srimad-Bhagavatam Lecture (SB 4.9.2)
Friday, July 4 | 5PM – 9PM
Monthly Sankirtan Festival at Washington Square
Saturday, July 5 | 6:30PM
Evening Program: Community of Love
Tuesday, July 8 | 8AM
Srimad-Bhagavatam Lecture (SB 4.9.5)

A Special Evening Program: The Community of Love
2025-07-05 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | NY
We’re having a special event with S.B. Keshava Swami next Saturday!
Please join us for an evening of inspiration, about how to bring the wisdom and mood of the Caitanya-caritamrta into our lives and develop healthy, loving communities.

Please invite a friend, you don’t want to miss this!

Jhulan Yatra
2025-08-04 18:30 - 2025-08-08 19:00 (America/New_York) | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
The traditional Jhulana yatra festival begins on Monday, August 4th and continues until Friday, August 8th. Come along for an opportunity to swing Their Lordships on a beautifully decorated swing!
Daily Schedule:
8/4 – 8/7 —
Jhulan (Swing festival) 6:30pm-7:00pm
8/8, Balarama Purnima (auspicious appearance of Lord Balarama)
Jhulan will be from 6:00pm to 7:00pm followed by a feast in Lord Balarama’s Honor.
Sponsorships available on the Jhulan and Festival days are:
Mangala Bhoga & Arati — $151
Rajabhoga offering — $351
Abhisek — $301
Gardenias 2 boxes — $550 ($175 each)
Flower garlands — $351
Altar decoration — $351
Feast Prasadam — $2001
Sri Sri Radha Krishna Flower dress for Jhulan (Swing festival) — $551
Daily Arati — $251
Any one day sponsorship — $2501
For further information please contact-
Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-378

Balarama Purnima
2025-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Join us on August 8th at 6:00PM to celebrate the divine appearance day of Lord Balarama.

Sri Krishna Janmastami
2025-08-16 15:00 - 2025-08-17 01:00 (America/New_York) | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Join us for Sri Krishna Janmashtami on Saturday, August 16, 2025 to celebrate the birth of Sri Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
Schedule:
3:00 pm – Kirtan and Vaishnava bhajans
4:20 pm – Flower Dress Darshan
6:00 pm – Gaura Arati
7:00 pm – Krishna Katha
7:45 pm – Dance and Drama Performances
8:30 pm – Sayana Arati
9:00 pm – Maha-abhiseka and Kirtan
11:00 pm – Krishna Book Reading and Kirtan
12:00 am – Midnight Arati
12:30 am – Maha Prasadam
Early arrival is suggested.
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Srila Prabhupada Vyasa Puja
2025-08-17 16:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Join us to celebrate His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada, on the occasion of his 129th birth anniversary.
In addition to the evening temple program, we will be hosting a Ratha Yatra at the India Independence Day Parade at 12:00PM on Madison Ave and E 38th Street.
Temple Program Schedule:
4:30PM – Kirtan
5:00PM – Homages
6:00PM – Gaura Arati
6:45PM – Homages
7:45PM – Pushpanjali
8:00PM – Feast

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Radhastami
2025-08-31 16:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
tapta-kanchana-gaurangi
radhe vrndavanesvari
vrsabhanu-sute devi
pranamami hari-priye
I offer my respects to Radharani, whose bodily complexion is like molten gold and who is the Queen of Vrindavan. You are the daughter of King Vrishabhanu, and you are very dear to Lord Krishna.
On Sunday, August 31, we will celebrate Radhastami, the most auspicious appearance day of Srimati Radharani. Please review the sponsorship opportunities available for this special day and guarantee the pleasure of, and reciprocation from, Sri Radha eternally.
As always, Thank you for your generous support.
Festival Schedule:
4:20pm – Kirtan
6:00pm – Gaura Arati
6:45pm – Class on the Glories of Srimati Radharani
7:30pm – Dance
8:00pm – Prasadam
8:45pm – Sayana Arati
Radhastami Maha Mahotsava Ki Jai!
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Kartik Month and Damodara Prayers
2025-10-06 18:30 - 2025-11-05 19:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Kartik Month and Damodara Prayers
Every evening from:
October 6 – November 5, 2025
6:30PM
This year Kartik begins on October 6 and ends on November 5. The beautiful offering of lamps, and the auspicious chanting of Damodara Astakam, will take place during the Sandhya arati at 6:30pm every evening.
In the month of Kartik one should worship Lord Damodara and daily recite the prayer known as Damodara Astakam, which was spoken by the great sage Satyavrata Muni, and which attracts Lord Damodara to bestow His benedictions upon the Devotees.
To partake in the benefits of this holy Kartik month we request, and suggest, your kind sponsorship for the listed items for the pleasure of Lord Damodar.
1. Mangala offering & Arati $201
2. Breakfast offering $251
3. Raja bhog offering & Arati $351
4. Evening offering & Arati $201
5. Daily Lamp offering $151
6. Daily Prasadam $251
7. Flower garlands $251
8. A complete day’s offerings and Arati $1,008
First day of Kartik feast $1,008
Diwali Prasadam $2,001
Govardhan Puja Prasadam feast $3,501
Govardhan Hill Creation and Decoration $501
Disappearance of HDG Śrīla Prabhupāda $2,501
Please donate according to your means and desire.
For more information please contact Shobhamayi dd at (917) 710-3783
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Diwali Festival
2025-10-20 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Join us to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights on Monday, October 20.
Event Schedule:
6:30PM – Gaura Arati
7:00PM – Damodarastakam
8:30PM – Sayana Arati
8:45PM – Prasadam

Govardhan Puja
2025-10-22 16:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Please come and join us on Wednesday, October 22 as we celebrate Govardhan Puja, where we express our gratitude to Krishna by worshipping Him as Govardhan hill and offering numerous varieties of bhoga, food offerings.
Event Schedule:
4:20PM – Kirtan
6:00PM – Gaura Arati
6:35PM – Govardhan Abhishek
7:10PM – Govardhan Lila Reading & Annakuta Offering
7:30PM – Govardhan Parikrama & Kirtan
8:00PM – Prasadam Feast
8:45PM – Damodarastakam & Dīpa Dāna

Srila Prabhupada Disappearance Day
2025-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | NY
Please come and join us on Saturday, October 25 as we celebrate His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada’s disappearance day.
Event Schedule:
6:00PM – Gaura Arati
6:40PM – Homages and Offerings
7:25PM – Guru Puja Arati
8:00PM – Prasadam Feast
8:45PM – Sayana Arati and Damodarastakam

Nityananda Trayodashi
2026-01-30 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
Om nityānandam ahaḿ vande, karṇe lambita-mauktikam
caitanyāgraja-rūpeṇa, pavitrī-kṛta-bhūtalam
I offer my humble obeisances to the transcendental moon Lord Sriman Nityananda Prabhu. I humbly bow down to and glorify Lord Sri Nityananda Prabhu, on whose beautiful left lotus ear one elegant pearl ornament is swinging. Accepting the role as the elder brother of the Supreme Lord Gauranga Mahaprabhu, Lord Nityananda Prabhu sanctified the whole world and purified all the living entities.
On Friday, January 30th we will be celebrating the most auspicious Nityananda Trayodasi (appearance of Lord Nityananda).
Schedule for Nityananda Trayodashi
5:30 pm – Kirtan
6:00 pm – Gaura Arati
6:30 pm – Abhishek
7:15 pm – Class
8:00 pm – Prasadam Feast
8:45 pm – Shayan Arati
There are several sponsorship opportunities available for this special date:
Mangala Arati offering $251
Garlands $351
Gardenias $301 (two boxes)
Altar decorations $501
Rajbhoga offering $351
Evening offerings $351
Feast $2,501
Abhisek $351
Whole day sweets offerings $501
Total sponsorship $5,001!!!
For more information please contact Shobhamayi devi dasi at (917) 710-3783

Gaura Purnima
2026-03-03 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
On Tuesday, March 3rd, we will be celebrating the most auspicious Gaura Purnima Festival (Appearance of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu)
Festival Schedule
5:30 pm – Kirtan
6:00 pm – Gaura Arati
6:30 pm – Abhishek
7:15 pm – Class
8:00 pm – Prasadam Feast
8:45 pm – Shayan Arati

There are several sponsorship opportunities available for this special date:
Mangala Arati offering $251
Garlands $351
Gardenias $151
Jasmine Flowers $175
Altar decorations $501
Rajbhoga offering $351
Evening offerings $351
Feast $2,501
Abhisek $351
Total sponsorship $5,001!!!

For more information please contact Shobhamayi devi dasi at (917) 710-3783

Sri Rama Navami
2026-03-26 16:30 - 22:30 UTC | ISKCON New York City – Hare Krishna Center, 305 Schermerhorn St, New York City, NY, 11217, United States
yaḥ satya-pāśa-parivīta-pitur nideśaṁ
straiṇasya cāpi śirasā jagṛhe sabhāryaḥ
rājyaṁ śriyaṁ praṇayinaḥ suhṛdo nivāsaṁ
tyaktvā yayau vanam asūn iva mukta-saṅgaḥ
Carrying out the order of His father, who was bound by a promise to his wife, Lord Rāmacandra left behind His kingdom, opulence, friends, well-wishers, residence and everything else, just as a liberated soul gives up his life, and went to the forest with Sītā.
SB 9.10.8
Join us Thursday, March 26th to celebrate the grand appearance day of
Sri Ramacandra, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
Festival Schedule:
4:30 pm — Kirtan
6:00 pm — Gaura Arati
6:45 pm — Sri Rama Katha by Nikunja Bihari Prabh
8:00 pm — Prasadam Feast
8:45 pm — Shayan Arati
9:00pm — Curtains close
* Kirtan will continue till 10:30pm
There are several sponsorship opportunities available for this special date:
Mangala Arati offering $251
Garlands $351
Gardenias $301
Altar decorations $551
Rajbhoga offering $351
Evening offerings $301
Feast $2,001
Whole day offerings $1008
Total sponsorship $4,001!!!
For more information please contact Shobhamayi devi dasi at (917) 710-3783
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NYC Ratha Yatra - Hare Krishna Festival
2026-06-12 15:00 - 2026-06-14 23:00 UTC | NY
June 12-14, 2026
SAVE THE DATE
50th Anniversary Celebration!
The 2026 New York Ratha Yatra and Hare Krishna Festival will be celebrated on June 12-14 in New York City.
We have a great opportunity to be part of one of the largest and most successful Ratha Yatras in ISKCON this year!
Plans are still being finalized and will be announced in the days ahead!
For more information and seva opportunities please contact us at:
Info@iskconnyc.com
Join our RGT Volunteer Whatsapp group for Seva opportunities:
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TSQ Kirtan – Times Square @ West 47th St
June 12th
Ecstatic chanting and dancing @ “The Crossroads of the World”
Hare Krishna Festival
June 13th 11am – 7pm
11 am 5th Ave Parade @ E. 45th St
12pm Hare Krishna Fest @ Washington Sq. Park
A fun afternoon of chanting dancing, talks, exhibitions, performances and a Free Vegetarian Feast
Kirtan Mela + Open House
June 14th
ISKCON New York City
305 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn NY 11217

Origins - 60th Anniversary Gala
2026-07-31 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | The Glasshouse, 660 12th Ave Floor 6, New York, NY, 10019, United States
