Ratha Yatra Parade
This re-enactment of the famous Ratha Yatra parade, also celebrated as the Festival of Chariots, is rooted in ancient India’s bhakti or devotional tradition. It has been observed annually for more than 3,000 years in the holy city of Jagannatha Puri in Orissa, India, making it the world’s longest-running street festival.
It is celebrated in major city centers around the world, including New York City’s Fifth Avenue and London’s Piccadilly Circus.
Parade Route
- Parade begins at the intersection of N Center St and E Jefferson St
- Turns left on N Main St
- Makes a U-turn at the intersection of N Main St and W Mulberry St
- Returns to the intersection of N Main St and E Jefferson St
Activities
Children’s Activities
Have a day full of laughter and games for the entire family – arts and crafts for children of all ages.
Taste of India
Taste the Festival of Joy in the delicious, authentically Indian foods prepared with love. Includes North Indian, South Indian, and Class Indian Street Food.
Ask A Monk
Harmonize the inner joy in your heart through the secrets of India’s philosophy and meditation practices. Open Q&A sessions with practicing monks.
FREE Vegetarian Dinner
In the customary Indian tradition of feeding guests, join us for a free feast that will be served out at 5 PM.
Henna Designs
Head on over to the Henna booth and have beautiful designs hand drawn on your body.
Ayurveda Health
Learn more about this holistic approach to health that allows you to become a balanced, vital, happy
person by eating the right foods for your body type.
Try a Sari or Turban
Wrap yourself in a traditional sari or try on a turban and feel like Indian royalty.
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