Daily Puja
Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina
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2026
Experience the magic of Ayodhya. The glory of Lord Ram. The grandeur of Diwali.
Key Highlights
The Festival of Lights
Diwali, the sacred Festival of Lights, celebrates the triumph of Dharma over Adharma, knowledge over ignorance, and light over darkness. As we celebrate the glorious return of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Sita to Ayodhya, may we be inspired to embrace righteousness, deepen our devotion, and walk the path of truth.
As we illuminate diyas, may we awaken the divine light within, dispelling ego and ignorance with divine love and wisdom. Let us embrace the true essence of Diwali by nurturing devotion, spreading compassion, uplifting others, and bringing the light of God’s love into every heart and home.
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When the Ayodhyavasis lit lamps to welcome Lord Ram back, they were celebrating the return of God into their lives. In the same way, Diwali calls us to bring the Lord back into our hearts.
Swami Mukundananda
Celebration Calendar
Celebrate together. Chant together. Create magical memories. Tap a date to see that day’s poojas and programs.
Friday
06
November
Dhanteras & Lakshmi Pooja
Invoke Maa Lakshmi’s divine blessings for health, wealth, happiness, prosperity & abundance.
6 PM
Pooja
6:00 PM
Invoke Maa Lakshmi’s Divine Blessings
Begin the festival with a sacred pooja to Maa Lakshmi, seeking her blessings for health, wealth, happiness, prosperity and abundance in the year ahead.
Sponsor Lakshmi Pooja →Saturday
07
November
Experience the Grandeur of Diwali
Celebrate together. Chant together. Create magical memories!
2 PM Onwards
Kids & Youth
2 – 4 PM
Unleash Your Creativity!
Design, decorate and create festive magic in a hands-on Diwali workshop for kids and youth.
Register Now →
Kids & Youth
2 PM Onwards
Team Up! Take on Challenges!
Play, compete and conquer in Ramayan-themed games full of fun, teamwork and timeless lessons.
Community
2:00 PM
One Community. Divine Collective Sankalp.
Experience the divine glory, boundless courage and unwavering devotion of Lord Hanuman as we chant together for countless blessings.
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Cultural
4:00 PM
Little Stars. Grand Performances. Timeless Values.
Witness the timeless story of Lord Ram come alive in an enchanting performance filled with devotion, inspiration and festive joy.
Signature Event
5:00 PM
Thousands of Glowing Diyas. One Magical Celebration!
Be part of the magic! Join hundreds of families as we come together to illuminate 1,008 radiant diyas, recreating the breathtaking splendor of Ayodhya.
Celebration
Evening
Relive the Glorious Return to Ayodhya!
Join the community in a royal welcome as we relive the joyous homecoming that Ayodhya celebrated on the very first Diwali.
Devotion
Evening
Make a Heartfelt Wish in Divine Light
Offer your prayers and do parikrama. With every step, offer your devotion; with every diya, make a heartfelt wish and seek divine blessings for its fulfillment.
Grand Finale
Night
Watch the Night Sky Come Alive!
A breathtaking symphony of dazzling lights, brilliant colors and Diwali magic to crown the evening.
Sunday
08
November
Diwali Celebrations & Cultural Extravaganza
A divine celebration of devotion, culture, togetherness & festive splendor.
10:30 AM Onwards
Satsang
10:30 AM
Illuminate Your Heart
Devotional kirtans, divine wisdom and spiritual bliss to begin the most auspicious day of the festival.
Pooja
12:00 PM
Celebrate Lord Shri Ram’s Glorious Coronation
Invoke His divine blessings for righteousness, peace and prosperity in every home.
Offer Abhishek Seva →
Prasad
12:30 PM
Celebrate Togetherness
A delicious festive feast shared with the whole temple family.
Sponsor Mahaprasad →
Cultural
1:00 PM
Share Your Talent. Celebrate Your Culture.
Express your devotion to Lord Ram & Mother Sita through vibrant dances, soulful bhajans and captivating cultural performances.
Register to Perform →
Signature Pooja
6:00 PM
Prosperity, Wisdom, Happiness & New Beginnings
On the holy night of Diwali, invoke the divine blessings of Shree Lakshmi Narayan for your family in a grand, sacred pooja.
Sponsor This Pooja →
Devotion
6:30 PM
Awaken the Divine Light
Light a diya and illuminate every heart with love, hope and devotion.
Grand Finale
7:00 PM
Dazzling Lights. Brilliant Colors.
An unforgettable finale of Diwali magic lighting up the night sky.
Monday
09
November
Govardhan Pooja & Devotional Bhajans
Celebrating Lord Krishna’s divine protection, unwavering faith & selfless devotion.
6 PM Onwards
Pooja
6:00 PM
Celebrate the Glory of Giridhari
Celebrate the divine leela of Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill, teaching us the power of unwavering faith, humility and complete surrender to God.
Offer Govardhan Seva →
Bhajans
7:00 PM
Soul-Stirring Bhajans & Divine Melodies
Immerse your heart in the bliss of Shree Krishna and Shree Ram bhakti through an evening of devotional music.
Tuesday
10
November
Bhai Dooj Katha & Pooja
Celebrate the sacred bond of love, protection & affection between brothers and sisters.
7 PM
Pooja & Katha
7:00 PM
The Sacred Bond of Brothers & Sisters
Bring your siblings and celebrate the sacred bond of love, protection and affection with the Bhai Dooj katha and pooja.
Sunday
15
November
Diwali Special Annakut & Govardhan Pooja
A divine celebration of gratitude, devotion & abundance.
10:30 AM Onwards
Signature Darshan
10:30 AM
A Magnificent Offering to Lord Krishna
Behold a magnificent offering of festive delicacies to Lord Krishna and experience the divine splendor of Annakut.
Satsang
10:30 AM
Illuminate Your Heart
Devotional kirtans, divine wisdom and spiritual bliss.
Pooja
11:30 AM
Divine Protection & Blessings
Celebrate Lord Krishna’s divine protection and seek His blessings for prosperity, peace and well-being.
Offer Govardhan Seva →Devotion
11:45 AM
Walk the Path of Devotion
Express gratitude to Govardhan Maharaj and seek Lord Krishna’s divine grace with every step.
Abhishek
12:00 PM
Love, Gratitude & Surrender
Participate in the sacred ritual of bathing Govardhan Maharaj and offer your prayers to Lord Krishna.
Prasad
12:30 PM
A Blessed Feast
Share the joy of togetherness and relish a blessed feast of love, gratitude and devotion.
Sponsor Mahaprasad →Be Part of the Celebration
Bring your creativity, your voice and your talent. Spots are limited, so register early.
Sat, Nov 7 · 2 – 4 PM
Unleash your creativity! Design, decorate and create festive magic.
Register for WorkshopSat, Nov 7 · 2 PM
One community. Divine collective sankalp. Countless blessings.
Sign Up to SingSun, Nov 8 · 1 PM
Group · Singing / Dancing · Max 8 min
Solo · Singing / Dancing · Max 4 min
Offer Your Seva
Participate in the sacred celebrations through seva and invite the blessings of Lord Ram, Mother Sita and Shree Lakshmi Narayan into your home.
Foremost Seva
Mukhya Yajman
The principal yajman seva for Diwali Mahotsav 2026.
Principal Seva
Pramukh Yajman
A pramukh yajman seva for the festival poojas and celebrations.
Family Seva
Yajman
Join the festival as a yajman family and take part in the sankalp.
Pooja & Prasad Sevas
Lakshmi Pooja
Nov 6
Lakshmi Narayan Pooja
Nov 8
Lord Ram Abhishek
Nov 8
Mahaprasad Sponsor
Nov 8 or Nov 15
Govardhan Pooja
Nov 9 & Nov 15
Aarti
Festival Days
Phal Phool Seva
Festival Days
Diwali 2025 at RKTNC
A glimpse of the lights, love and devotion that filled our temple last Diwali.
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Ayodhya Comes Alive at the Land of Krishna
Experience a Diwali at Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina, where every prayer inspires, every diya illuminates and every heart rejoices.
23 Radhika Way · Apex, North Carolina