Summerfest 22
2022-07-09 17:00 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 9 July 2022
A free ticket will be required to take part in the Festival of Colours. Please book below.
A day of Summer celebrations and festivities, where everyone can participate in the spiritual music of Kirtan, browse the various market stalls, enjoy karma free vegetarian food, and take part in various exciting activities. The highlight of the day will be the Festival of Colours (two sessions), traditionally done to celebrate the arrival of spring and ending of winter, the festival creates a scene filled with bright and vibrant colours, a visual feast for the eyes. No matter your age or beliefs, everyone is welcome to join in the fun of throwing colours, creating a feeling of unity between all.
The market stalls, kirtan, and other activities will be running from 4pm-9:30pm. If you wish to participate in the Festival of Colours (Rang Mela), then a free ticket will be required.
Please note that there will be colours to purchase on the day for you to use.
Festival of Colours – Timing: 6pm & 8pm.

Schedule
4pm-9:30pm
Market stalls, kirtan (mantra meditation), vegetarian food and other activities
6pm & 8pm
Festival of Colours

Book your tickets
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Frequently asked questions

Advice / Rules for the Festival

Outside colours will be confiscated and will not be allowed on onsite. Colours will be purchasable on-site.
Colours are only to be thrown within designated areas.
Once you have colours on you, you will not be allowed in any internal areas of Temple & Sri Krishna Haveli.
Do not throw colours in people’s eyes or mouth. It is even more fun to rub the colours into the hair, back of the neck and cheeks with permission.
Do not throw colours on any passing cars, or on any performers, musicians, employees, market stall holders etc.
Festival goers are advised to think twice before going into the middle of the crowd when the colours are first thrown. If you have not been before or have asthma, being smack in the middle of the crowd will be a challenge. Stay close to the edges, and have a cloth to cover your nose and mouth for the first three minutes.
Under no circumstances should small children be in the middle of the crowd, unless high on the shoulders of an adult, and wearing the right protection.

Can I bring my own colours?

Outside colours will be confiscated and will not be allowed on onsite.

How much does it cost to participate?

No entry charge. A free ticket will be required if you wish to participate in the Festival of Colours. Please note that there will be colours to purchase on the day for you to use
Tickets will be released: Monday 27 June

What times will the Festival of Colours take place?

6pm & 8pm

What should I wear?

The dry powders supplied may stain hair & clothes, so festival goers are cautioned not to wear their best clothes. To avoid and/or minimise stain, vigorously shake out all dry excess powder before stepping into a shower, or throwing your clothes in the wash. Once the caked dry colours get wet, it is hard to get out. However, if one can shake as much as possible out while dry, there is a good chance of not having coloured hair for the next month.
It is recommended to wear a dust mask / bandana / sunglasses to cover areas of your face to avoid powder entering your eyes, mouth and nose.
Do not wear contact lenses during the Festival of Colours.

Is the Festival of Colours suitable for children?

There is no age limit, that is at the discretion of the parents / guardians.
Under no circumstances should small children be in the middle of the crowd, unless high on the shoulders of an adult, and wearing the right protection.

Will I be able to book a ticket for the Festival of Colours on the day itself?

Only if tickets are still available

What happens if it rains?

We will only cancel the event if weather conditions do not allows us to park vehicles

Will there be parking available?

Yes. There will be free parking available upon arrival and you will be guided where to park.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ, as this will lead you to a nearby village.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Notices

Behaviour notice
Drugs, alcohol, vaping, and smoking are not permitted on festival grounds.
We reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone, or to escort anyone off the property for improper conduct.
Please do not throw colours close, hard, and directly into the eyes and mouth.
Generally be nice to people, and enjoy the festival in a loving spirit.
Health & Safety notice
Allergens: The powders are 99% cornstarch, and a very small percentage of people are allergic to corn. If you or your children have ever experienced hives and/or a rash after eating corn products, or working with cornstarch in your kitchen, be careful to fully cover your nose and mouth so as not to ingest any of the powder or do not participate.
Fire & Explosion Hazard: Like all organic and most dry chemicals, as a powder or dust, this product (when mixed with air in critical proportions and in the presence of an ignition source) may present an explosion hazard. The minimum ignition temperature reported for dry cornstarch, through 200 mesh, is 380°C (716°F). Avoid open lights, flames, smoking materials, hot coals of any type or welding in the area of the powder
We will have First Aid onsite. Toilets and areas to wash hands and faces will also be available

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Schedule
Kirtan Hall, Sri Krishna Haveli
5pm onwards
Radharani’s pop up stall will be making fresh stonebaked pizza’s to purchase
6pm-9pm
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Live Broadcast
This program will be broadcast live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhaktivedantamanor/live/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Krishnatemple/live

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Radharani’s pop up stall will be making fresh stonebaked pizza’s to purchase from 5pm onwards.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ, as this will lead you to a nearby village.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Vraja Bihari Das is a monk, author and spiritual teacher at Shri Shri Radha Gopinath Mandir, ISKCON Chowpatty, for the last two decades. He has a Majors degree in Economics and a Masters in Monetary Policy and International Finance. He shares his daily reflections, meditations, and discourses on his website www.yogaformodernage.com. With over 1000+ articles on his website and hundreds of talks on his YouTube channel, he continues to help and guide people through his social media.

Schedule
Temple Room, Bhaktivedanta Manor
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Live Broadcast
This program will be broadcast live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhaktivedantamanor/live/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Krishnatemple/live

Listen

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Radharani’s pop up stall will be making fresh stonebaked pizza’s to purchase from 5pm onwards.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ, as this will lead you to a nearby village.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Srila Jagannatha das BabajiFebruary 18 @ 4:30 pm - 9:00 pmSunday Love FeastFebruary 22Weddings & Events Exhibition 2026February 28 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pmGaura Purnima / Holika Dahan (Festival)March 1Gaura PurnimaMarch 3

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