# Event Details - **Event Name**: 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Looking for something to do on a Sunday morning/afternoon this SUMMER??? JOIN US FOR THE 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS Ratha Yatra!!About this EventGreetings:Looking for something to do on a Sunday morning/afternoon this endless SUMMER of 2026???JOIN US FOR THE 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS!!!Los Angeles Festival of the Chariots, also known as Ratha Yatra, is a vibrant and joyous celebration.This annual event, held in the heart of Los Angeles, features the grand procession of elaborately decorated chariots carrying the deities of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra.Accompanied by traditional music, dancing, and chanting, devotees and visitors pull the chariots through the streets. The festival also includes cultural performances, delicious vegetarian cuisine, and a marketplace showcasing Indian arts and crafts. It's a unique opportunity for people of all backgrounds to experience the rich cultural heritage and spiritual essence of India.The Los Angeles Festival of Chariots event, also known as Ratha Yatra, began in 1977. The Jaganatha Ratha Yatra is the oldest street festival in the world, originating from the Indian costal town of Jagannatha Puri, India. Along with a crowd of over one million people, the chariots in Jagannatha Puri are pulled using ropes to its final destination.Srila Prabhupada, the Founder Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) took the Ratha Yatra festival all over the world, with the festival now taking place in cities all across the globe.The inaugural event in Los Angeles took place along Venice Beach, attracting a diverse crowd of participants and onlookers. Over the years, it has grown in scale and popularity, becoming a significant cultural event in the city. The festival features the traditional chariot procession, cultural performances, musical kirtans (devotional songs), free vegetarian feasts, and a vibrant marketplace offering arts, crafts, and literature.The Festival of the Chariots in Los Angeles not only honors ancient traditions but also promotes messages of peace, unity, and spiritual well-being, drawing thousands of attendees from various backgrounds each year.Parade Begins at:1855 Main StreetSanta Monica, CA 90401Parade Ends at:Festival SiteVenice Beach Windward PlazaHow to find us:Please meet at 12:30 PM PST at the Venice Beach Windward Plaza Park LA Police Department Substation near the I-BEAM Scupture located at:Venice Beach Windward Plaza Park1 Windward AvenueVenice, CA 90291There is FREE PARKING on the side streets in the vicinity of Venice Beach Windward Plaza Park. It is ok if you are running late.You can call me at 530 355 2320 if you have difficulty locating the group, I will help guide you to the group.I will be wearing a light green cap and a light blue backpack.Ken - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/50th-annual-festival-of-the-chariots-venice-beach-windward-plaza-free-event/100001993587971288 - **Event Categories**: festivals, art, parades, live-music, food-drinks, fine-arts, literary-art, bhajan-jamming - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 9 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Windward Plaza - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Windward Plaza - **lat**: 33.9866883 - **long**: -118.4739011 - **full address**: Windward Plaza, 1 Windward Avenue, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d27f9f59fed8fd1a221f16970e56a35d18a526852cb6b8e3220fdbb3019bed43-rimg-w1024-h526-dc788eaa-gmir.jpg?v=1783661515 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT being held? - **A:** 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT takes place on Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Windward Plaza, 1 Windward Avenue, Los Angeles, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT? - **A:** 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT is organized by Ken Straughn. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 50TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CHARIOTS-Venice Beach Windward Plaza-FREE EVENT 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 Los Angeles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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