Free entry · All welcome · Family-friendly
Why come?
Because this evening will leave you lighter, happier, and deeply refreshed. 🌿
New Zealand is breathtaking on the outside — yet many of us still carry stress, pressure, or a quiet loneliness inside. This gathering is a gentle reset: kīrtan, an ancient Indian practice of music meditation that melts away anxiety, awakens joy, and creates instant community.
It’s more than just music — it’s music therapy in its purest form. The rhythms, repetition, and heartfelt singing soothe the nervous system, open the heart, and make you feel truly connected. No experience needed — just come, listen, and let the sound carry you.
What you’ll experience
✨ Joyful call-and-response singing (easy to join, no prior experience needed)
✨ Soothing mantras explained clearly in English
✨ Uplifting live music (harmonium, mridanga, kartals) that lifts the spirit
✨ A warm, welcoming community — meet kind, like-minded souls
✨ A delicious free vegetarian meal (prasadam) to complete the evening with love
Special guests
Srila Bhaktivedanta Vana Maharaj Ji — a saintly teacher from India, sharing timeless wisdom with warmth and clarity. Travelling for 27+years to 60+ countries sharing peace and love around the globe.
Krishna Kripa Dās (Brazil) — a renowned kīrtaniya whose heartfelt music has touched audiences across the globe.
When & where
📅 Saturday, 13 September · 6:00–9:00 PM (doors open 5:30 PM)
📍 Sri Sri Radha Damodar Temple, 125 Queens Road, Panmure, Auckland
What to bring / wear
Come exactly as you are — casual or modest clothing is perfect
Sit on chairs or on the floor (feel free to bring a small cushion for comfort)
Shoes are removed indoors as a cultural practice (shelving provided)
Full NZ tour schedule
Join Srila Bhaktivedanta Vana Maharaj Ji & Krishna Kripa Dās across New Zealand:
📍 Christchurch · 9th – 12th September
📍 Auckland · 13th – 15th September
📍 Whangarei · 16th – 17th September
📍 Auckland · 18th September
✨ One evening can transform your life.
