Temple Schedule
Programs & Daily Schedule
"Rise early in the morning, take bath, attend Mangala Arati, chant Hare Krishna — and your life will be sublime."
— Śrīla Prabhupāda
Every Day of the Year
Daily Temple Schedule
| Time | Program | Description |
|---|---|---|
4:30 AM | Mangala Arati | Early morning greeting of the deities with singing of Brahma-samhita and prayers. |
5:00 AM | Tulasi Puja | Worship of the sacred Tulasi plant with prayers and circumambulation. |
5:15 AM | Japa Meditation | Silent chanting of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra on japa beads. |
7:15 AM | Sringar Darshan | Deities are dressed and the curtain opens for morning darshan. |
7:25 AM | Guru Puja | Worship of Srila Prabhupada with arati, prayers, and Gurvastakam. |
8:00 AM | Srimad-Bhagavatam Class | Daily scripture class on Srimad-Bhagavatam. Open to all. |
9:00 AM | Breakfast Prasadam | Sanctified breakfast offered to the deities and distributed to devotees. |
12:00 PM | Raj Bhog Arati | Noon offering of a full meal to the deities. |
12:30 PM | Midday Darshan Close | Deities rest; the temple re-opens at 4:00 PM. |
4:00 PM | Afternoon Darshan | Temple reopens for afternoon darshan. |
4:15 PM | Dhupa Arati | Late afternoon incense offering to the deities. |
6:30 PM | Gaura Arati | Main evening arati — a joyful kirtan with full arati ceremony. |
7:00 PM | Evening Class | Discourse on Bhagavad-gita or devotional topics (Mon–Fri). |
8:00 PM | Shayan Arati | Good-night offering for the deities. Temple closes after this program. |
Every Week
Weekly Programs
Sunday
Sunday Feast Program
The most popular program of the week! Kirtan, Bhagavad-gita class, drama or film, and a sumptuous free prasadam feast. All are welcome.
Monday
Bhagavad-gita Study Circle
In-depth study of the Bhagavad-gita As It Is — discussion, Q&A, and practical application of Gita wisdom in daily life.
Wednesday
Youth & Young Adults Program
Engaging programs for college students and young professionals — discussions, games, kirtan, and prasadam.
Thursday
Ladies Program (Devi Sanga)
A devotional gathering for women — Bhagavatam class, devotional songs, craft-based service, and prasadam.
Saturday
Balavihar — Children's Program
Fun and spiritual education for children aged 5–15 — stories, arts & crafts, bhajans, drama, and Krishna conscious values.
Bhakti Education
Courses & Retreats
6 months
Bhakti Shastri
Systematic study of Bhagavad-gita As It Is, Nectar of Devotion, Nectar of Instruction, and Sri Isopanishad.
1 year
Bhakti Vaibhava
Advanced course covering the first six cantos of Srimad-Bhagavatam under qualified teachers.
Weekend
Festival Immersion Weekend
Special immersive weekend programs for Janmashtami, Govardhan Puja, Gaura Purnima, and more.
1 day
Yoga & Wellness Retreat
Bhakti-yoga practices including mantra meditation, sattvic diet, and spiritual lifestyle guidance.
Planning Your Visit
Start With the Sunday Feast
For newcomers, the Sunday Feast Program is the ideal introduction to Krishna consciousness — vibrant kirtan, an inspiring class, and a free, sumptuous prasadam lunch.
The temple is located at Swaroop Nagar, near Motijheel, Kanpur. Entry is free and everyone is warmly welcome — no prior experience needed.
Come Visit Us
All programs are free and open to everyone. Come as you are — no experience or background is required.