Samskār
Our cultural, moral and spiritual roots, passed to the next generation.
- Balvihar showcase and Hindi learning
- Youth & family camp activities
- Sharda Hindu Scholarship honorees
Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America presents
Hindu Fest 2028
Hindu Fest 2028
One family. One grand celebration.
A national festival of Hindu Dharma, Values & Culture and Seva in America. Mandirs, families, youth, artists and community organizations come together for days of music, darshan, learning and service.
वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्The whole world is one family
2028FESTIVAL YEAR
56+ yrsOF VHPA IN AMERICA
To be announcedDATES & VENUE
About the festival
A celebration of who we are, shared with everyone
Hindu Fest 2028 is a national initiative of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), the oldest and one of the largest Hindu organizations in the United States. Since 1970, VHPA has served Hindu Americans through Balvihar classes, youth and family camps, seva projects, mandir networks and heritage programs.
The festival gathers that work in one place. Families can bring their children to the arts and learning zones, mandirs and organizations can share their seva, and neighbors of every background can experience Hindu culture firsthand: its festivals, music, food, philosophy and spirit of service.
Hindu Fest is built on VHPA's four pillars, Samskār, Sevā, Sampark and Prachār, and on the dharmic principles that have guided the organization for more than five decades.
वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्Vasudhaiva KutumbakamThe entire universe is one family.
सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनःSarve Bhavantu SukhinahMay all be happy.
एकं सद्विप्रा बहुधा वदन्तिEkam Sat Viprah Bahudha VadantiTruth is one; the wise speak of it in many ways.
Four pavilions
Built on the four pillars of VHPA
Each pavilion brings one part of VHPA's work to life, so visitors can see, join and carry it home.
Sevā
Selfless service that changes lives, in America and around the world.
- Seva village and volunteer drives
- Support-A-Child stories
- Sewa Diwali and community giving
Sampark
Networks that connect mandirs, leaders, women, elders and businesses.
- Mandir & organization pavilions
- Hindu Business Network meetups
- Hindu Women Network and HAVAN
Prachār
Celebrating Hindu heritage openly and telling our story with confidence.
- Hindu heritage exhibition
- Interfaith dialogue
- Books, magazines and media corner
Program highlights
Something for every age and every path
The full schedule will be published with the dates and venue. These are the experiences planned for the festival grounds.
Grand Aarti & Pooja
Daily aarti and pooja led by mandir priests from across the country.
Cultural Main Stage
Classical and folk dance, bhajans, drumming and stage plays from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Shobha Yatra
A colorful procession with rath, music and community groups in festive dress.
Heritage Exhibition
The story of Hindu dharma and of Hindus in America, from the first families to today.
Youth & Balvihar Zone
Storytelling, shloka contests, crafts, quizzes and games for children and teens.
Seva Village
Blood drive, food packing and ways to support children's education through seva.
Yoga & Meditation
Morning yoga, pranayama and guided meditation open to all.
Satsang & Dharma Talks
Discourses by acharyas and scholars, plus panels on Hindu life in America.
Bazaar & Food Court
Vegetarian food from many regions of Bharat, books, crafts and festival shopping.
Program items are planned and may change as the schedule is finalized.
The journey to 2028
Five decades of gathering Hindu America
Hindu Fest continues a long line of VHPA celebrations that brought the community together across the country.
1970
VHP established in New York.
1974
Bal Vihar program begins for Hindu children in America.
1979
First youth camp, held in Rhode Island.
1989
Hindu Unity Year celebrated in 107 American cities.
1993
Global Vision 2000 programs and HinduNet, the first Hindu website.
2006
First Hindu Mandir Executives' Conference.
2018
World Hindu Congress welcomes about 2,700 delegates from around the world.
2024
Ram Mandir Rath Yatra travels across the US, reaching about 800 temples.
2028
Hindu Fest 2028. One national celebration of dharma, culture and seva.
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सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः।
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत्॥
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत्॥
May all be happy, may all be free from illness. May all see what is auspicious, and may no one suffer.
Be part of it
Join Hindu Fest 2028
Register your interest now and we will reach out as the dates, venue and program are announced.
Volunteer
Help with seva, hospitality, logistics and youth programs.
Perform
Dance schools, music groups and artists can apply for the stages.
Partner
Mandirs and Hindu organizations can host a booth or program.
Sponsor
Businesses and families can support the festival and its seva.
Questions
Frequently asked
When and where is Hindu Fest 2028?
The festival takes place in 2028. The exact dates and venue will be announced here. Register your interest to hear first.
Who can attend?
Everyone. Hindu Fest is a family festival open to people of all ages and backgrounds who want to experience Hindu culture.
Who organizes the festival?
Hindu Fest 2028 is an initiative of Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, working with its chapters, partner mandirs and community organizations.
How can my mandir or organization take part?
Choose "Partner" in the form above. You can host a booth, lead a program on the cultural stage, join the Shobha Yatra or bring a seva project.
How can I support the festival?
You can volunteer, sponsor a program, or make a donation to VHPA. Sponsorship packages will be shared with registered partners.