Events
The festival year
উৎসব পঞ্জিকা
Sixteen celebrations mark the turning of the Bengali year at Shiv Mandir — each one open to everyone, with prasad served at every puja.
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Dates for this year
Our published schedule. Times are confirmed closer to each celebration — call the temple office for details.
Basanti Puja & Ram Navami
CelebratedDetails →Pohela Boishakh Celebration
CelebratedDetails →Loknath Tirodhan Utshov
CelebratedDetails →Temple Picnic & Father's Day Celebration
CelebratedDetails →Janmashtami Celebration
CelebratedDetails →Udoyosto Kirtan
CelebratedDetails →Durga Puja Celebration
Grand celebration on October 17–18
Sunday Night with Deyashini Roy
A musical evening on Maha Ashtami, 7:00 pm — winner of Zee Bangla Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2024–25
Laxmi Puja / Puja Punormiloni
Kali Puja & Deepaboli
6 celebrations have already taken place this year. To ask about a festival or arrange a personal puja, call (313) 268-7678.
Every celebration
Our festivals, one by one
From the first day of the Bengali new year to the harvest pithas of Poush Parbon.
Saraswati Puja
সরস্বতী পূজা
This day is devoted to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, wisdom, and the arts. Students, scholars, and artists gather to offer prayers for success in their academic and creative endeavors. The temple is filled with books, musical instruments, and tools of learning as symbols of devotion.
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Maha Shivaratri
মহা শিবরাত্রি
An auspicious night of worship dedicated to Lord Shiva, symbolizing the union of mind, body, and spirit. Devotees fast, chant sacred mantras, and participate in all-night vigils, seeking Lord Shiva's blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
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Dol Purnima & Bashonto Utshav
দোল পূর্ণিমা
Also known as Holi, this vibrant festival celebrates the arrival of spring with joyful color play, music, and dancing. It is a time for forgiveness, renewal, and spreading love, bringing people together in the spirit of joy and unity.
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Chaitra Sangkranti
চৈত্র সংক্রান্তি
This event marks the end of the Bengali calendar year. Devotees participate in rituals and prayers to bid farewell to the old year, reflecting on past achievements and challenges, and seek blessings for a prosperous and positive start to the new year.
Pahela Baishakh
পহেলা বৈশাখ
Celebrate the Bengali New Year with great enthusiasm and cultural pride. The temple hosts traditional music, dance performances, and special prayers to welcome a year of prosperity and peace. Devotees gather to express gratitude for the past year and seek blessings for the future.
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Ram Navami
রাম নবমী
A sacred celebration of the birth of Lord Rama, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. The temple comes alive with bhajans, recitations from the Ramayana, and the re-enactment of stories from Lord Rama's life. It's a day of devotion and reflection on the values of righteousness and virtue.
Loknath Tirodhan
লোকনাথ তিরোধান
This event honors the life and spiritual legacy of Baba Loknath, a revered saint. Devotees participate in special prayers, offerings, and discussions about his teachings, focusing on peace, selflessness, and enlightenment.
Annual Picnic
বার্ষিক বনভোজন
A fun-filled event that brings together the temple community for a day of relaxation, games, and outdoor activities. Families gather to share food, laughter, and stories, strengthening bonds within the community.
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Shri Krishna Janmashtami & Udayasta Kirton
জন্মাষ্টমী
Commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna, this vibrant celebration is marked by devotional singing, chanting of hymns, and dramatizations of his life's stories. The Udayasta Kirton continues through the night, filling the air with devotion and spiritual energy.
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Ganesh Chaturthi
গণেশ চতুর্থী
A lively festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and bringer of wisdom. The temple holds elaborate rituals, and beautifully crafted Ganesha idols are worshipped, invoking blessings for success and prosperity.
Mahalaya
মহালয়া
Mahalaya marks the beginning of Durga Puja festivities with the recitation of sacred hymns and prayers to invoke Goddess Durga. It's a time of spiritual awakening and preparation for the grand celebration ahead.
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Durga Puja
দুর্গা পূজা
A grand, multi-day celebration honoring the victory of Goddess Durga over evil. The temple becomes a center for prayer, cultural programs, and community feasts. Devotees offer prayers, participate in rituals, and enjoy traditional performances, making it one of the most anticipated events of the year.
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Lakshmi Puja
লক্ষ্মী পূজা
Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, this puja is performed with great devotion. Families and devotees come together to offer prayers, light lamps, and seek her blessings for abundance and well-being.
Kali Puja & Diwali
কালী পূজা ও দীপাবলি
On this sacred night, Goddess Kali is worshipped for protection, power, and strength. The celebration continues with Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. The temple is adorned with lights, diyas, and fireworks, creating a magical atmosphere.
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Poush Parbon
পৌষ পার্বণ
A festival of harvest, celebrating the season's bounty with traditional sweets and rice cakes (pithas). The community comes together to share homemade delicacies, celebrating the richness of Bengali culinary heritage.
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Beyond the festivals
The mandir is more than its festival days. Weekly recitations and daily prayers keep the doors open and the lamps lit.
Priest servicesSunday Weekly Gita Path
Every SundayA weekly gathering to recite and reflect on the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, fostering spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of the sacred text.
Daily Puja & Aarti
DailyOur priests perform daily prayers and aarti, offering devotees a space to connect with the divine at any point in the week.