
Three days of divine joy, vibrant celebration, and unforgettable Krishna Janmashtami experiences.
September 4–6, 2026 · 📍 Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina, Apex, NC · Free Entry
About the Celebration

Step into the joy of Gokul across three unforgettable days, with a special darshan of our majestic 7-ft Bal Mukund, the opportunity to gently swing Radha Krishna on their beautiful flower-adorned Jhulan, and captivating Jhankis that bring Krishna's divine leelas to life.
Join the midnight celebration of Krishna Janam, experience the festive spirit of Dahi Handi, and celebrate Nandotsav in the joyous spirit of the Brajwasis. Come with your family and friends — all are welcome.
3
Days of Celebration
7.5 ft
Bal-Mukund Darshan
Sep 4–6
2026
September 4–6, 2026
A joyful lineup of darshan, leelas, festivities and special celebrations awaits across the three days.

Radha Krishna Jhulan | Sep 5–6
Offer Jhulan seva to Radha Krishna on their flower-adorned swing.

Children’s Krishna Fancy Dress | Sep 5
Little Krishnas, Radhas, gopas and gopis take the stage.
Register for Fancy Dress
Children’s Workshops & Activities | Sep 5
Krishna-themed crafts, games and hands-on activities for children.

Cultural Programs | Sep 5
Devotional dance, music, singing and Krishna-inspired performances.

Soul-Stirring Kirtans | All 3 Days
Joyful Krishna bhajans and congregational kirtans.

Special Janmashtami Satsang | Sep 6
Bhajans, kirtans and spiritual reflections centered on Shri Krishna.

Krishna Abhishek & Special Aarti | Sep 4
Sacred Abhishek followed by a festive special Aarti.

Midnight Krishna Janam Celebration | Sep 4
Celebrate the sacred moment of Shri Krishna’s divine birth at midnight.

Nandotsav | Sep 6
Celebrate little Krishna’s arrival in the joyous spirit of the Brajwasis.

Vishnu Trimshopachar Pooja & Archana | Sep 4
A sacred 30-step Vishnu pooja and archana, invoking blessings of protection, prosperity and divine grace.
September 4–6, 2026

September 4–6
Receive special darshan of our beautifully adorned 7-ft Bal Mukund throughout the three-day celebration.

September 5
Celebrate Krishna’s playful makhan-chori leelas as participants come together for one of Janmashtami’s most spirited traditions.

September 5–6
Walk through captivating Jhankis that bring treasured Krishna leelas of Braj to life.
Kid’s Corner
A joyful Janmashtami experience created especially for our youngest Krishna devotees.

Come dressed as little Krishna, Radha, a gopa or gopi and add your own color to the Janmashtami celebration!

Hands-on creative activities inspired by Krishna and His leelas! Create, color and celebrate.

Playful Krishna-themed games and exciting activities for lots of laughter and joy!

Children can celebrate Krishna through dance, singing and other cultural performances.
Let’s make this Janmashtami a beautiful memory filled with smiles, friendship and the love of Krishna!
Join Us
Make plans to celebrate Shri Krishna’s divine birth with us at Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina.
Entry is free. RSVP and let us know you’ll be joining us for this special three-day celebration with your family and friends.
Seva
Offer your support through seva and receive Shri Krishna’s blessings for you and your family.
Shree Krishna Janmashtami Grand Sponsor
$2,501 · All 3 Days
Mukhya Yajman
$1,501 · All 3 Days
Pramukh Yajman
$1,001 · For Weekend Festivals
Yajman for Each Day
$501
Mahaprasad Sponsor
$251
Phal and Phool Sponsor
$101
Gift for Lord Krishna
$101
Vishnu Trimshorapchara Puja
$101 · Includes Archana and Jhoola
Abhishek
$75 · Includes Archana and Jhoola
Archana
$31
Maha Aarti OR Midnight Aarti
$31
Jhoolan
$11
A few joyful moments from previous Janmashtami celebrations.










Good to Know
What should I wear?
Traditional Indian attire or modest, comfortable clothing is welcome. Children are especially encouraged to dress as Krishna, Radha, gopas, or gopis for the dress-up activity.
Do children need to register separately for the Krishna & Radha Dress-Up / stage programs?
This is very likely to come up, especially if participation requires advance registration rather than simply showing up.
What age groups can participate in the children’s workshops and activities?
Parents will genuinely need this before registering. If different activities have different age ranges, the answer can point them to the registration form.
Will prasadam be available during the celebration?
You already mention community prasadam elsewhere, but what visitors may still want to know is when it is served and whether there is any charge. We should include this FAQ only once those details are known.
How early should I arrive for Dahi Handi or the Midnight Krishna Janam celebration?
This could be extremely useful if those programs draw large crowds. Something like “We recommend arriving at least 30–45 minutes early…” once the organizers confirm what they want.
What happens if there is rain during Dahi Handi or other outdoor activities?
If Dahi Handi is outdoors, this is a very practical question and one that the rest of the webpage probably won’t answer.
Is the temple accessible for seniors and guests with mobility needs?
This is the kind of question someone may genuinely look for before bringing an elderly parent or someone using a wheelchair. We should only add it after confirming the actual accessibility arrangements.
Can devotees bring offerings for Krishna?
If people commonly bring flowers, fruits, makhan, sweets, etc., this is worth explaining along with where/how offerings should be submitted. Again, only if the temple has a defined process.
Venue
Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina
23 Radhika Way, Apex, NC 27523
Phone: 919-757-1902
September 4–6, 2026