Rath Yatra
2026
Free entry · Valid email & phone required at entry
The Festival
A day of devotion & celebration
Rath Yatra — the Chariot Festival — is one of the world's oldest and most sacred festivals, celebrated in honour of Lord Jagannatha, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. Sydney's celebration brings this divine tradition to the community with rituals, kirtan, prasadam, and a grand chariot procession.
10:00 AM
Rituals & Puja
Sacred opening rituals and ceremonial puja of Lord Jagannatha, Balabhadra & Subhadra
11:00 AM
Chariot Procession
The grand Rath Yatra chariot procession — pull the chariot of the Lord of the Universe
01:30 PM
Prasad Sevan
Mahaprasad distribution — sanctified food shared with the entire community
Grand chariot procession of Lord Jagannatha, Balabhadra & Subhadra
Traditional rituals and ceremonial pujas throughout the day
Mahaprasad Sevan — sanctified food for all devotees
Kirtan, bhajan, and devotional music
Cultural performances and community celebrations
Free entry — all are welcome
Date
Sunday 19 July 2026
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM AEST
Venue
Blacktown Showground
1200 Richmond Rd, Blacktown NSW 2148
Entry
Free — all are welcome
RSVP required · ID + ticket at entry
Free RSVP
Register to attend
Help us plan prasadam and seating. A confirmation email with your ticket will be sent immediately. Valid phone number and email are required at entry.
FAQ
Common questions
Support the Festival
Help make Rath Yatra possible
Rath Yatra is a community effort run entirely by volunteers. Your donation funds the chariot, prasadam, decorations, and celebrations for thousands of devotees. We are a registered charity with ACNC and NSW Fair Trading.