# Event Details - **Event Name**: New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for ISKCON New Talavana’s new temple grand opening—a once-in-a-lifetime community celebration.About this EventInternational Society for Krishna ConsciousnessFounder-Acharya His Divine GraceA.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami PrabhupadaISKCON New TalavanaNEW TEMPLE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION31492 Anner Rd, Carriere, MS 39426THU, MAY 14, 2026 | 8:00 AM — VASTU YAJNASAT, MAY 16 | KIRTAN & VYASASANA EVENT10:00 AM: Moving Srila Prabhupada to new temple & Kirtan10:45 AM: Abhisheka11:30 AM: Bhoga offering11:50 AM: Pushpanjali12:00 PM: Maha Guru-Puja12:30 PM: Prasadam FeastSUN, MAY 17 | GRAND OPENING7:00 AM: Moving of the Deities with Kirtan & Brahma Samhita9:00 AM: Abhisheka9:30 AM: Dressing of the Deities12:00 PM: Arati12:30 PM: Cultural Performance1:00 PM: Speeches2:00 PM: Grand Prasadam FeastMON, MAY 25 | POST-OPENING KIRTAN FEST4:00 PM: Special Guest Kirtan, Speeches & Arati7:00 PM: Prasadam FeastACCOMMODATIONS FOR GRAND OPENING FESTIVALAlthough all accommodations on the farm are booked, we are making arrangements to accommodate guests elsewhere. Here are some options:Heritage Inn (1122 Memorial Blvd., Picayune, 25 minutes from temple). Please call (601-798-8874) and tell the front desk operator (either Richard or Ashley) that you are with the ISKCON function. They will give you a 30% discount. Any problem please call Dr. Jagdish Somani (828-403-1885).Holiday Inn Express & Suites (1001 Dauphin Street, Picayune). Please call Rosetta (601-749-2626) and tell her you are with the ISKCON function. They will give you a discount of $30 on rooms but not suites.Microtel by Wyndham (63537 Hwy 1090, Pearl River, LA). Please call Thomas (985-863-7310) and tell him you are with the ISKCON function. He will offer a discount.Quality Inn (794E I-10 Service Rd., Slidell LA) call (989) 643-9770 and tell them you are attending the ISKCON function.Bhakti Boarding House (1/2 mile from the temple). Go to bhaktibh.com.Camping On Site - TBA https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a0b27880-2415-11f1-9831-630114a07816-rimg-w572-h740-dcf0ebdb-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a0fb6860-2415-11f1-8500-4f0c3b0bf48e-rimg-w1200-h487-dce8fae7-gmir.jpg The New Talavana farm community is one of the original Hare Krishna farm centers started by Srila Prabhupada and has been continually in operation since the farm’s founding in 1974.New Talavana sits on 1,200 acres, in Carriere, Mississippi, and consists of 75+ community members of all ages, hailing from various countries and walks of life. The farm currently provides sanctuary to over . Additionally, we grow many fruits, vegetables and flowers in our organic .New Talavana began at the suggestion of His Divine Grace , Founder-Acharya of ), who later visited the farm on August 1, 1975, walked the land with disciples and even cooked lunch. (See below photos.) At that time, he gave the farm’s residents their mission of “simple living and high thinking.”THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING US!If you would like to sponsor or donate to this Iskcon New Talavana Grand Opening please visit our site here: **ONE-TIME** PAY BY CREDIT CARD – New TalavanaThank you for your support of the ISKCON New Talavana Project.ISKCON New Talavana is a tax-exempt, 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Thus, your donations are tax deductible.We can't wait to see where 2026 takes us as we step into his divine grace.Haribol! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a164ffa0-2415-11f1-9831-630114a07816-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf2eada-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carriere/new-temple-grand-opening-iskcon-new-talavana-ms/100001982148823489 - **Event Categories**: Festivals, Nonprofit, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Carriere - **state**: MS - **country**: United States - **location**: New Talavana Temple - **lat**: 30.6300647 - **long**: -89.5002129 - **full address**: New Talavana Temple, 31492 Anner Road, Carriere, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/79f7a3536f3155b6929f07f8ca26d85acfa411dc44475924a4039ef60d8583e7-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf2ebda-gmir.jpg?v=1773981087 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS being held? - **A:** New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm at New Talavana Temple, 31492 Anner Road, Carriere, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS? - **A:** New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS is organized by Iskcon New Talavana. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** New Temple Grand Opening - Iskcon New Talavana MS is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carriere, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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