4th Annual Surrey Rath Yatra

Vancouver Odia Cultural Association

Vancouver Odia Cultural Association (VOCA) is a non-profit cultural association based in Surrey, BC, Canada. Our mission is to promote cultural awareness and unity within the community. 



The air is abuzz with excitement as the festive season approaches! Join us for a unique celebration of Diwali, Retro style. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic atmosphere filled with vibrant performances and engaging activities under a retro theme. From lively dance numbers to captivating storytelling, there's something for everyone, young and old alike. पञ्च इन्द्रियाणां संयोजनं शुद्धं सुखं उपाचरेत् || ପଞ୍ଚ ଇନ୍ଦ୍ରିୟର ସଂଯୋଗରୁ ଶୁଦ୍ଧ ସୁଖର ପ୍ରାପ୍ତି ହୁଏ || Engaging all five senses leads to pure happiness.Following this idea from the scriptures, we are planning the below activities:<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Sight: Dance Performances, Photo station</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Sound: Musical Performances and Songs</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Touch: Hands-on Craft Activities</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Taste: Delicious Indian Cuisine</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Smell: Incense Stick Aroma</li></ul>With these engaging activities, we aim to create a truly memorable Diwali experience that engages all your senses. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event presented by VOA. Get your tickets now! <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1727333453/aqduha6beuq7vq7o41fx.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;box-sizing:inherit;-webkit-user-select:none" />

Diwali Fest 2024

It&rsquo;s time again for the 4th Annual Surrey Rath Yatra, organized by the Vancouver Odia Cultural Association (VOCA) and Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Surrey, with the support of devotees and well‑wishers from across the Lower Mainland!&nbsp; Every summer, the divine chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra rolls through Surrey, filling the streets with kirtan, colour, and community spirit. This year, as we prepare for the 4th Annual Surrey Rath Yatra, we are expecting our largest gathering ever &ndash; with even more devotees, more cultural performances, more kids&rsquo; activities, and more prasad to share with everyone.&nbsp; To make this divine experience accessible, safe, and memorable for all, we need your support. &nbsp;Help us raise $20,000 to host Vancouver Odia Cultural Association (VOCA)&#39;s 4th Annual Surrey Sri Jagannatha Rath Yatra: On: 19th July, 2026 (Sunday)At: Shri Lakshmi Narayan Mandir, 8321 140 St, Surrey, BC V3W 5K9&nbsp;From: 10 am onwards For more details, contact Vancouver Odia Cultural Association at 604-202-8138

It’s time again for the 4th Annual Surrey Rath Yatra, organized by the Vancouver Odia Cultural Association (VOCA) and Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Surrey, with the support of devotees and well‑wishers from across the Lower Mainland! Every summer, the divine chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra rolls through Surrey, filling the streets with kirtan, colour, and community spirit. This year, as we prepare for the 4th Annual Surrey Rath Yatra, we are expecting our largest gathering ever – with even more devotees, more cultural performances, more kids’ activities, and more prasad to share with everyone. To make this divine experience accessible, safe, and memorable for all, we need your support. Help us raise $20,000 to host Vancouver Odia Cultural Association (VOCA)'s 4th Annual Surrey Sri Jagannatha Rath Yatra:On: 19th July, 2026 (Sunday)At: Shri Lakshmi Narayan Mandir, 8321 140 St, Surrey, BC V3W 5K9 From: 10 am onwardsFor more details, contact Vancouver Odia Cultural Association at 604-202-8138

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