60th Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada's Arrival in Boston

Srila Prabhupada departed from India on August 13, 1965, aboard the cargo ship Jaladuta, and arrived in Boston on September 17, 1965, at 5:30 a.m. ISKCON Boston commemorates this historic arrival each year with a festival celebration. In 2025, we joyfully mark the 60th anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s arrival in the USA. We warmly invite everyone to join us for this special celebration from September 12–14, 2025.

Tentative Schedule

• Sept. 12, Fri, 5pm-10pm: Kirtan Night
• Sept. 13, Sat, 11am-2pm: Srila Prabhupada Parade
• Sept. 13, Sat, 5pm-10pm: Offerings to Srila Prabhupad at MIT
• Sept. 14, Sun, 11am-4pm: Boat Festival

For more information on guests lists, parking info, etc. visit www.sp-arrival.iskconboston.org

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

ISKCON Boston, 72 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States