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27th Annual Rath Yatra
Date: Saturday, July 21st 2012
Time: 11:00 AM
Novi Civic Center

Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Children´s Rath Yatra and Snyan Yatra celebration at ISKCON Temple of Detroit.

On Saturday, July 21st 2012 the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) of Detroit will present their 27th annual Rath Yatra (Festival of the Chariots) parade down the major streets of Novi. The procession begins promptly at 11:00 am from the Novi Civic Center. Following the 3 mile parade, a grand celebration awaits the crowd, including an exhibition showcasing India´s spirituality and culture.


The festival site will feature 20-plus tents with various forms of entertainment, a FREE lunch, dancing, live music, shopping, henna, Vedic culture and arts, and many more kid activities. Visitors can expect an event filled with colorful floats, traditional costumes, Hindu rituals, unique music, and dramas. The whole family will enjoy exploring the unique cultural, educational displays and exhibitions, as well as a COMPLIMENTARY feast, revealing the spiritual heart of India.


Replications of this festival take place all over the world, including in London , New York City, Los Angeles and Toronto . Over one million people participate in this thousands year-old Indian celebration, so dont miss out on the FREE opportunity to learn about the fascinating culture of India . Everyone is invited to bring their family and friends to experience this extraordinary event and commemorate in an ancient tradition. All are welcome and admission is FREE.