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🪈 Vrindavan comes to Bengaluru 🦚
ISKCON HBR Layout Bengaluru
Sri KrishnaJanmashtami2026
Celebrate the Divine Birth of Lord Krishna
A joyful day of devotion, culture, competitions, dance, music, food, games and family celebrations.
Saturday, 5th September 202610:00 AM – 9:00 PMSLS International Gurukul, K Channasandra, Horamavu, Bengaluru
Free EntryFree DarshanFree PrasadCash prizes worth ₹30,000
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Founder Acharya: His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Last year's celebration
Relive the Joy of 2025
Thousands of devotees, hundreds of little Krishnas and one unforgettable day of kirtan.
- Devotees & guests
- 3,000+
- Kids participants
- 250+
- Dance teams
- 20+
- Prasadam plates
- 5,000+
Devotees & guests
Kids participants
Dance teams
Prasadam plates
- Little Krishnas and Radhas filled the hall for the fancy dress and shloka rounds.
- A grand Palaki Utsava procession with kirtan that went on past midnight.
- Free prasadam, food stalls, games and a flea market for the whole family.
What awaits you
Program Highlights
A full day of devotion, culture and family joy — from the morning competitions to the closing kirtan.
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Kids Competitions
Shloka, drawing, singing, dance and more.
- 4:30 PM
Cultural Program
Devotional performances from 4:30 PM.
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Group Dance Contest
Krishna themed team performances.
- 7:30 PM
Exciting Prizes
Cash prizes worth ₹30,000, trophies and certificates.
- All day
Food Court
Delicious festive prasadam and snacks.
- All day
Games & Fun
Activities for children and families.
- All day
Flea Market
Festive shopping stalls all day.
- 8:00 PM
Palaki Utsava
Divine procession of the Lord with kirtan.
- 8:00 PM onwards
Bhajan Clubbing
Ecstatic kirtan to close the day.
The call of the flute
Wherever the flute is heard,hearts begin to dance
Peacock feathers, butter pots and Vrindavan melodies — a full day of Krishna consciousness for every family.
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Celebration Schedule
Saturday, 5th September 2026 · SLS International Gurukul
- 10:00 AM
Darshan Start
Free darshan and free prasad through the day
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Competitions
Balgopal, Nandgopal & Nandkishore categories
- 4:30 PM
Cultural Program
Devotional and cultural performances
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Group Dance Contest
Theme based on Lord Krishna
- 7:30 PM
Prize Distribution
Cash prizes worth ₹30,000, trophies & certificates
- 8:00 PM
Palaki Utsava
Divine procession of the Lord
- 8:00 PM onwards
Bhajan Clubbing
Chant. Dance. Connect. Transform.
Event concludes at 9:00 PM
Save the date — calendar entries include alerts 1 day and 2 hours before.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Krishna Janmashtami Competitions
Registration deadline: 2nd September 2026 · Participation fee: ₹150 per competition
Balgopal
Up to 5 Years
- BG Shloka Recitation – 3 Shlokas
- Colouring
- Fancy Dress
- Singing
Nandgopal
6 – 11 Years
- BG Shloka Recitation – 5 Shlokas
- Drawing
- Singing
- Dancing
Nandkishore
12 Years+
- BG Shloka Recitation – 5 Shlokas with meaning
- Painting
- Singing
- Dancing
- Musical Instrument
Cash Prizes Worth ₹25,000
Registration fee of ₹150 for competition to be paid on the spot.
Register for Competition5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Krishna Janmashtami Group Dance Contest
Theme Based on Lord Krishna
Bring your team along and celebrate the divine spirit of Lord Krishna through music, dance and storytelling.
Date
5th September 2026
Time
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue
SLS International Gurukul
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1st Prize
₹8,000 + Trophy
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2nd Prize
₹5,000 + Trophy
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3rd Prize
₹2,000 + Trophy
All participants will receive Certificates of Participation.
Registration Deadline: 2nd September 2026
Who we are
ISKCON HBR Layout, Bengaluru
A community of families serving Sri Krishna in Horamavu, HBR Layout and around.
We are a devotee community under the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Through weekly bhajans, Bhagavad Gita classes, youth and children's programs and festival celebrations, we bring the culture of Vrindavan to families in Bengaluru.
Why we host this festival
Culture for children
Competitions and stage time that connect kids to Bhagavad Gita, shlokas and Krishna's pastimes.
Families together
One joyful day where parents, grandparents and children celebrate side by side.
Community service
Prasadam distribution and volunteering that bring the neighbourhood together.
Devotion made joyful
Kirtan, dance, music and Palaki Utsava — devotion experienced, not just explained.
Honoured presence
Chief Guest & Guests of Honour
Distinguished guests will grace the stage for the prize distribution and Palaki Utsava.
Chief Guest
To be announced
The chief guest for Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be announced closer to the festival.
Stay tunedGuest of Honour
To be announced
Felicitation of winners at 7:30 PM.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Associate your brand with a grand, joyful family celebration and reach a warm, engaged audience.
Our Sponsors
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5,000+ Expected Footfall
Reach thousands of families in a single joyful day.
Logo on All Marketing
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Featured in Event Highlights
Complete visibility throughout the celebration.
On-Ground Stall Space
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Social Media Mentions
Featured across our social channels.
Family & Kids Audience
Connect with an engaged community audience.
Presenting Partner
Title Sponsor
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- Prime logo on stage backdrop & all banners
- Top billing on every marketing material
- Premium on-ground stall space
- Repeated stage announcements
- Featured social media campaign
Premium
Gold Sponsor
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- Logo on banners & marketing collateral
- On-ground stall space
- Stage announcements
- Social media mentions
Supporter
Silver Sponsor
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- Logo on select banners & website
- Social media mention
- Event acknowledgement
Flea Market / Food
Stall Partner
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- Dedicated stall at the venue
- Direct engagement with visitors
- Listing on the event website
Event Partners
SLS International Gurukul
Venue Partner
ISKCON HBR Layout Bengaluru
Organiser
Let's Celebrate Together
Interested in a custom partnership? Reach out and our team will share the complete sponsorship details. Sponsorship supports prasadam distribution, prizes for children and the cultural program.
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Reach us
Event Venue
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SLS International Gurukul
K Channasandra, Horamavu, Bengaluru
By car / cab
Set the destination to SLS International Gurukul, K Channasandra, Horamavu. Approx. 20 minutes from Hennur Cross and 25 minutes from Banaswadi.
By bus
BMTC buses towards Horamavu / Kalkere stop at K Channasandra. The venue is a short walk from the main road junction.
By metro + auto
Nearest metro is Baiyappanahalli (Purple Line); take an auto or cab from there towards Horamavu, roughly 30 minutes.
Free parking is available near the venue — call 9483510338 if you need help reaching us.
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