1996 Jagannath Festival in Golden Gate Park

1996 Jagannath Festival in Golden Gate Park
(Remastered)

The Jagannath Festival, also known as Ratha Yatra, is a Hindu celebration honoring Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. In San Francisco, this festival is held annually in Golden Gate Park, typically in late summer.

The festival has been celebrated in Golden Gate Park since 2010, with the first event held on August 8, 2010. It is a replica of the original Ratha Yatra festival held in Puri, India, which dates back over 2,000 years. The San Francisco celebration aims to spread love, devotion, and auspiciousness for universal peace, harmony, and goodwill among all living entities.

The festival typically takes place in July or August and features:
Parade: Giant chariots, adorned with flowers and decorations, are pulled through Golden Gate Park, accompanied by music, dance, and chanting.
Free Veggie Feast: A vegetarian feast is offered to attendees, promoting a sense of community and sharing.
Deity Procession: The deities of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra are taken out of the temple and placed on the chariots, symbolizing their blessings to all living beings.

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