Vancouver Ratha Yatra – Festival of India 2025

📍 Creekside Park, Vancouver (near Science World)
📅 August 23–24, 2025 (11:00 AM -6:00 PM)
🎟️ Free Entry

Celebrate the 52nd Annual Vancouver Ratha Yatra with two days of vibrant cultural programming, spiritual connection, delicious plant-based food, and family-friendly activities. This festival brings the ancient Indian tradition of Ratha Yatra to Vancouver, uniting communities through music, dance, yoga, and a joyous chariot parade.

Day 1: Soul Veg Market & Kirtan in the Park

📅 Saturday, August 23, 2025
🕒 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Creekside Park, Vancouver
🎟️ Free Admission

Step into a soulful celebration at Soul Veg Market — a day to nourish your body, mind, and spirit.

Highlights

• 🌿 Artisan Market featuring handcrafted goods & ethical lifestyle finds

• 🥗 Plant-Based Food to fuel and uplift your body

• 🧘 Free Yoga Sessions by Casa Copal Yoga & Wellness

• 🎶 Kirtan Performances with Kirtan Vancouver

This is a space for everyone — whether you’re plant-based, curious about yoga, or simply looking to connect with community.

✨ One bite, one breath, one beat at a time — let’s celebrate conscious living together.

Day 2: Vancouver Ratha Yatra – Festival of India

📅 Sunday, August 24, 2025
🕒 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Creekside Park, Vancouver
🎟️ Free Admission

Experience the heart of the festival with the Ratha Yatra Chariot Parade and a full day of cultural celebrations.

Highlights

• 🚩 Chariot Parade at 12:00 PM starting from Concord Pacific and ending at Hinge Park along False Creek

• 🍛 FREE Vegetarian Feast – a three-course meal served to thousands of attendees

• 🎶 Live Music & Kirtan performances throughout the afternoon

• 🎨 Kids & Teen Zone with interactive fun and activities

• 💫 Henna Tattoos & Cultural Experiences for all ages

This is more than just an event — it’s a celebration of inclusivity, harmony, and joy.

Parade Route – Sunday, August 24, 2025

📍 Start: Concord Pacific (12:00 PM)
➡️ Proceed along Quebec Street
➡️ Turn right onto 1st Avenue
➡️ Right onto Ontario Street
➡️ Left onto Athletes Way
📍 Finish: Hinge Park

Walk, chant, and dance in unity with the community on this colourful 2-kilometre parade route. Everyone is welcome to join!

Why Attend?

✨ Cultural Experience – A festival rooted in centuries of tradition from India.
✨ Music & Dance – World-class artists and soulful Kirtan.
✨ Food & Community – A complimentary vegetarian feast shared with thousands.
✨ Family-Friendly Fun – Kids’ activities, crafts, and interactive workshops.

Celebrate with us through music, food, and spiritual unity at Creekside Park.

🔗 More details at: Vancouver Ratha Yatra Festival of India