Check out the new International Society of Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) of Houston’s new temple and attend a celebration of India at the temple’s grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2014.
This celebration marks the culmination of nearly forty years of dedication and hard work at ISKCON of Houston. The temple is intended to be a place for celebrating, promoting, and educating people in ancient spiritual practices through music, food and arts.
Festival of India
The grand opening of ISKCON of Houston’s new temple will feature a rare two-day Houston appearance of the famous traveling Festival of India, which annually delights crowds in New York City, Washington D.C., Los Angeles and Toronto. It was last in Houston at the 2005 Houston International Festival spotlighting India.
Under colorful tents visitors will see illustrative art, sculpture and photos depicting aspects of ancient Indian culture such as bhakti yoga, vegetarianism, karma, reincarnation, ancient science and Vedic histories. The festival stage will also host internationally renowned traditional and contemporary musicians such as BB Govinda Swami, Mayapuris, United Nations Association International Choir, as well as Indian classical concerts, children’s performances, kirtan, dance and drama.
Festival of India and ISKCON of Houston’s Temple Grand Opening
- Dates: Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2014
- Times: 9am to 10pm
- Location: 1320 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018 (parking is not available at this location)
- Parking: No parking will be available at the temple. Visitors must park at Northwest Mall and take the complimentary shuttle. Click here for parking instructions.
- Admission: Free