- Visiting times : Mon – Sun 5:00 AM – 01.00 PM and 4.30 PM – 8.30 PM
Gaja Vahana ( elephant carrier ) and Kuchipudi dance recital by Kuchipudi Natyalaya
Hanumad Vahana (Hanuman as carrier) and Bharatanatyam Dance by Spanda Dance Academy
Garuda Vahana (garuda the mythical bird as carrier) and Bharatanatyam dance by Nithyapooja Dance academy dance piece is known as Hanmanth Deva Namo
5:00 – 6:00 AM: Early Morning Worship (Mangala Arati)
4:30 – 8:30 PM: Evening Celebration with Carnatic Vocal Recitation by Srivatsan Raghavan
8:30 PM: Community Dinner
5:00 – 6:00 AM: Early Morning Worship (Mangala Arati)
6:00 – 7:00 AM: Invocation Kirtan, Auspicious Mantras & Fire Sacrifice (Homam)
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Srimad Bhagavatam Class (parallel session in the lecture hall)
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Maha Abhisheka (sacred bathing) & 56-item Divine Offering (Chappan Bhog)
6:00 – 6:30 PM: Pallaki (special procession of the deities)
6:30 – 7:30 PM: Cultural Program (Dance) at the Festival Mandap
5:00 – 6:00 AM: Early Morning Worship (Mangala Arati)
6:00 – 7:00 AM: Invocation Kirtan, Auspicious Mantras Recitation & Fire Sacrifice (Homam)
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Srimad Bhagavatam Class (parallel session in the lecture hall)
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Rathayatra (Chariot Festival)
4:30 – 8:30 PM: Evening Celebration featuring Hanumad Vahana and Bharatanatyam dance by Spanda Dance Academy
5:00 – 6:00 AM: Early Morning Worship (Mangala Arati)
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Invocation Kirtan, Auspicious Mantras Recitation & Fire Sacrifice (Homam)
9:00 – 10:00 AM: Breakfast
4:30 – 8:30 PM: Evening Celebration featuring Garuda Vahana & Bharatanatyam dance by Nithyapooja Dance Academy
6:00 – 6:30 PM: Pallaki (Special Procession of the Deities)
8:30 PM: Mahasamprokshana (Sprinkling of the Auspicious Water)
Spanda Dance Company brings a blend of classical Kathak dance and contemporary movement to the stage at Sri Radha Damodara Mandir in Shrewsbury, MA. Their performance weaves the ancient concept of Spanda (divine vibration) into every dynamic step and expressive gesture. This unique Indian classical dance event transcends choreography—offering a soulful journey of rhythm, devotion, and modern storytelling. Join us for an unforgettable evening of cultural celebration and spiritual artistry. Reserve your tickets now and be part of a truly inspiring temple performance.
This is our Second Annual Rathayatra through the streets of Shrewsbury—a sacred opportunity to personally pull the chariot of Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva, and Subhadra Devi. With every step, every chant, every drumbeat, the Lord of the Universe smiles upon us.
The procession begins on Saturday, July 5th at 11:00 AM from Shrewsbury Town Hall and concludes at our temple at 226R Grafton Street, where a free prasadam feast will be served to all.
This year’s celebration is even more special as it coincides with Bahuda Yatra, the sacred return journey of the Lord’s chariot in Jagannath Puri. Don’t miss this divine opportunity to sing, dance, and serve in this ocean of mercy as the Lord comes out to meet His devotees.
Our Cultural Programs showcase a rich tapestry of Indian classical dance and music, featuring the Spanda Dance Company’s captivating Bharatanatyam performance alongside other vibrant traditional recitals under the Festival Mandap. Audiences will be transported through rhythms of South Indian heritage, temple storytelling traditions, and devotional movement arts that honor our Hindu cultural legacy and inspire the soul.
Special Programs include the Rathayatra chariot procession, the Pallaki procession of the deities held each evening, and the grand Mahasamprokshana ceremony, which marks the culmination of our festival. These temple events bring the Indian community in Massachusetts together through immersive Hindu rituals that combine devotion, sacred tradition, and vibrant pageantry into an awe-inspiring celebration of faith and culture.
Spiritual Activities begin each day at Sri Radha Damodara Mandir with the Mangala Arati at dawn, followed by Invocation Kirtan, auspicious Vedic mantras, and a sacred Fire Sacrifice (Homam) to invoke divine blessings. Throughout the day, devotees can participate in Srimad Bhagavatam classes, join deity seva offerings, and deepen their spiritual connection through prayer, scripture study, and collective temple worship—a full-day immersion in Hindu devotional practices and community spirituality.
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226R Grafton Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Phone: +1 508-301-4108
Email: info@ihfboston.org
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