# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 11:30 pm - **Event Description**: Free Entry & Feast • Vibrant World Music & Dance • Free Dedicated Parking & Shuttle. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.About this Event✨ Step into a world of vibrant color, captivating rhythms, and rich cultural traditions by the ocean! Advance tickets are strongly recommended.The community is warmly invited to join ISKCON Laguna Beach for our grand Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival. This free, family-friendly cultural explosion brings the beautiful heritage of India straight to the heart of Laguna Beach. Whether you are a regular yoga practitioner, a world-music enthusiast, an absolute foodie, or simply looking for a magical evening out with family and friends this event is completely open to everyone, regardless of your background or beliefs.Agenda?: 06:00 PM - 06:45 PMMantra Music (Opening Kirtan)Info: Start the evening with immersive acoustic music and call-and-response meditation using traditional drums and instruments.?: 06:45 PM - 07:15 PMIndian Classical Dance PerformanceInfo: Enjoy a beautiful, dynamic cultural dance presentation by the talented artists of the Bhakti Bhav Academy.?: 07:15 PM - 07:45 PMFestival Drama & Storytelling TheaterInfo: Watch ancient history and festive philosophical stories brought to life through an engaging live theatrical play.?: 07:45 PM - 08:30 PMSacred Bathing Ceremony (Abhishek) & KirtanInfo: Witness the breathtaking, ceremonial bathing of Radha Krishna with sacred waters, accompanied by high-energy congregational singing. Festival updates and community announcements will be shared during this time.?: 08:30 PM - 09:30 PMAbhishek & ISKCON 60th Anniversary CelebrationInfo: A historic milestone! While the sacred bathing ceremony (Abhishek) and powerful Kirtan continue, we will host a special ceremony to honor direct disciples of Srila Prabhupada and distinguished guests in celebration of the global ISKCON 60th Anniversary.?: 09:40 PM - 10:00 PMMeditative Music Interlude (Kirtan)Info: A short, continuous musical transition preparing the atmosphere for the interactive flower swing festival.?: 09:30 PM - 09:40 PMShort Spiritual Wisdom Talk (Krishna Katha)Info: Listen to a brief, thought-provoking narrative on the history, significance, and hidden spiritual lessons of the festival by special guest Kshudy Prabhu.?: 10:00 PM - 11:15 PMTraditional Flower Swing Festival (Jhulan Yatra)Info: Step up and personally participate in the ancient tradition of swinging the beautifully hand-decorated, flower-decked swing.?: 11:45 PM - 12:00 AMThe Midnight Countdown (Kirtan)Info: High-energy, joyful musical build-up welcoming the exact historical moment of the appearance of the Divine.?: 11:15 PM - 11:45 PMLate-Night Midnight Wisdom (Krishna Katha)Info: Dive deep into the beautiful final pastimes and deep cultural meaning of Krishna’s advent as the midnight hour approaches, led by Tukaram Das.?: 12:15 AMFree Vegetarian Feast (Prasad)Info: Conclude your incredible night with a delicious, free, multi-course pure-vegetarian dinner buffet and festive sweets cooked with love for all attendees.?: 12:00 AM - 12:15 AMGrand Finale: Midnight Candlelit Illumination (Arati)Info: The absolute peak of the festival! Experience the quiet, breathtaking beauty of a midnight candlelit worship ceremony, sacred prayers, and a stunning viewing (darshan) of the main altar. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laguna-beach/sri-krishna-janmashtami-2026-mantra-music-culture-and-free-feast/100001998512516736 - **Event Categories**: festivals, bhajan-jamming, live-music, health-wellness, art, performances, theatre, entertainment, meditation, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-09-05T00:45:00Z - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: ISKCON Laguna Beach - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Laguna Beach - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: ISKCON Laguna Beach - **lat**: 33.5399939 - **long**: -117.7806464 - **full address**: ISKCON Laguna Beach, 285 Legion Street, Laguna Beach, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/bb0ec4c6b21ae410aaec478da3e76e3394779b039dc135f5cc47cbc3ac966003-rimg-w1200-h674-dc480818-gmir.jpg?v=1787721317 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast being held? - **A:** Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 11:30 pm at ISKCON Laguna Beach, 285 Legion Street, Laguna Beach, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast? - **A:** Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast is organized by ISKCON Laguna Beach. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 : Mantra Music, Culture & Free Feast 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 Laguna Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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