Vizag’s Biggest Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Begin at ISKCON Sagar Nagar

Visakhapatnam: The ISKCON Temple at Sagar Nagar is all set to host one of Vizag’s biggest Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations from September 3 to September 6, 2026. Thousands of devotees are expected to participate in the four-day spiritual festival featuring devotional music, cultural programs, special poojas, and prasadam.

The celebrations will include bhajans by devotees from Mayapur, Krishna Leela discourses, dance performances, Harinama Sankirtan, Maha Abhishekam, 108 Deepa Arati, and several cultural competitions for children and youth.

September 3 – Celebration Begins

The grand celebrations will commence at 5:00 PM with:

• Devotional Bhajans and Kirtans by Mayapur devotees
• Telugu discourse on Sri Krishna Leela
• Solo Dance Competitions
• Evening devotional programs

September 4 – Sri Krishna Janmashtami

The main festival day will feature a series of special rituals and celebrations.

Morning Schedule

• 4:30 AM: Mangala Arati
• 9:00 AM: Darshana Arati
• 9:30 AM: Akhanda Harinama Sankirtan

Evening Schedule

• Fancy Dress Competitions
• Group Dance Competitions
• Utsav (Breaking of Butter Pot)
• 11:30 PM: Grand Maha Abhishekam
• 12:00 Midnight: 108 Deepa Arati
• Mahaprasadam Distribution

September 5 – Nandotsavam

The third day will celebrate Nandotsavam along with the 130th Appearance Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada.

Highlights include:

• Srila Prabhupada Leelamritham
• Srila Prabhupada Vigraha Abhishekam
• Special Lunch Prasadam
• Devotional Programs

September 6 – Final Day Celebrations

The concluding day will feature:

• Krishna Leela Drama
• Special Telugu Spiritual Discourse
• Sandhya Arati
• Dinner Prasadam for Devotees

Daily Prasadam for Devotees

Throughout the four-day festival, special prasadam will be served to all devotees visiting the temple. Organisers have invited devotees and families from across Visakhapatnam to participate in the celebrations and seek the blessings of Lord Sri Krishna.

FAQs

Where are the Janmashtami celebrations being held?
At ISKCON Temple, Sagar Nagar, Visakhapatnam.

When are the celebrations?
From September 3 to September 6, 2026.

What are the major attractions?
Bhajans, Kirtans, Krishna Leela discourse, Harinama Sankirtan, Fancy Dress, Group Dance, Butter Pot Utsav, Maha Abhishekam, 108 Deepa Arati, Krishna Leela Drama, and daily prasadam.

What time is the Maha Abhishekam?
11:30 PM on September 4.

Will prasadam be available?
Yes. Special prasadam will be served to devotees every day during the festival.