Sunday, 19th July 2026 | 12:00 PM onwards
📍 Wharf Green to GWR Park, Swindon
Jai Jagannath! 🙏
ISKCON Swindon, in association with the Swindon Hindu Centre, warmly invites everyone to participate in the Grand Ratha Yatra Festival 2026 — a joyful celebration welcoming Lord Jagannath, Lord Baladeva and Lady Subhadra Maharani onto the streets of Swindon.
Ratha Yatra is a timeless festival of devotion where Their Lordships bless everyone by coming out of the temple and giving Their divine darshan to all. This beautiful procession brings together people from all backgrounds through chanting, music, culture, service and community spirit.
Join us for this spectacular spiritual celebration filled with devotion, happiness and the mercy of Lord Jagannath.
🚩 Festival Highlights
✨ Grand Ratha Yatra Procession
Join the colourful chariot procession through Swindon with joyful Harinam Sankirtan, devotional music and chanting of the Holy Names.
🎶 Live Music & Kirtan
Experience uplifting bhajans, kirtans and devotional performances.
💃 Dance & Cultural Performances
Enjoy traditional cultural presentations celebrating India’s rich spiritual heritage.
🙏 Aarti & Lord Jagannath Blessings
Participate in the special worship ceremony and receive the blessings of Lord Jagannath.
👧 Children’s Zone
A fun-filled area for children with activities, games, creative sessions and family entertainment.
🍛 Prasadam Distribution & Food Stalls
Enjoy delicious vegetarian sanctified food prepared with devotion and love.
🛍️ Community & Cultural Stalls
Explore spiritual, cultural and community activities throughout the festival.
📅 Event Schedule
12:00 PM
🚩 Ratha Yatra Begins
📍 Starting from Wharf Green
2:30 PM
🙏 Aarti & 56 Bhog Offering
📍 GWR Park
3:00 PM onwards
🎶 Cultural Programme, Kirtan, Children Activities & Community Celebration, Prasadam
6:00 PM
🌺 Festival Culmination
🌼 A Celebration for Everyone
Whether you are a devotee, a first-time visitor, or simply looking to experience a beautiful cultural festival with your family and friends, everyone is warmly welcome.
Come and pull the sacred chariot of Lord Jagannath, sing His holy names, receive His blessings and become part of this divine celebration of:
🙏 Mandir • Community • Culture 🙏
📍 Venue Details
Starting Point:
Wharf Green, Swindon
Festival Venue:
GWR Park, Swindon, SN1 5DJ
📞 Contact Us
For more information:
📱 Rupesh: 07581591363
📱 Deepa: 07405916942
📧 info@swindonhinducentre.co.uk
🌺 Hare Krishna! Jai Jagannath! 🌺
ISKCON Swindon – Spreading Krishna Consciousness through devotion, festivals and community service.