Let’s celebrate the biggest Ganeshotsav in Ottawa!
OM Media Group and Rang Manch Arts & Cultural Council proudly present Ottawa Ka Raja. This Maha Ganesh Utsav, Ottawa will welcome our endearing deity, Bappa with all the vigor and enthusiasm, just like we celebrate in India.
It’s FREE Entry for all, FREE Parking is available, and you can reach here by LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
Welcome to Ganesh Mahotsav 2024
Timetable
The celebration begins on September 7th. Here’s how the event will unfold.
10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Open For Darshan
We welcome our Bappa with the traditional Nashik Dhol and dance performances.
10:00 AM to 10.30 AM
Ottawa Dhol Tasha
11:00 AM to 11.30 AM
Sthapna Aarti
We welcome Bappa with Aartis and Bhajans, with offerings of modaks , sweets, flowers, rice, coconut, and jaggery.
12:00 PM to 01.30 PM
Bhajans by Nepalese Heritage Centre Ottawa
01.30 PM to 02.30 PM
Bhajans by ISCON
3:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
4.00 PM to 5.00 PM
Bhajans by Durga Mandir
5:00 PM to 6.30 PM
Cultural Program
Talented showcase from Ottawa Kingston, Montreal Bollywood Delights, Nrityashaala
6:35 PM to 7.00 PM
Dhol Tasha (Toronto)
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Featuring Lighting of the Inaugural Lamp by the Dignitaries. Followed by Mangal Aarti
8:00 PM to 9.30 PM
Cultural Program
Mahabharat Lyrical presentation by BollywoodancePro Ottawa
Bhangra/ Bollywood showcase
Nepalese Dance showcase
Bhangra/ Bollywood showcase
Nepalese Dance showcase
10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Open For Darshan
Darshan open to general public
11:00 AM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
11:30 AM
Ram Lalla Inauguration
Ram Lalla (Ayodhya) Pratima Inauguration | First Time In North America
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Arts & Craft Workshop for Children
3:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
3:30 PM
Ram Lalla Aarti
Ram Lalla Aarti will be performed
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Cultural Program
Cultural feast and tribute to Lord Ganesha festival
Maharashtra chi Lokdhara ( folk dance by BollywoodancePro Ottawa)
Bollywood Dance by DYS, DANSVILLA Studio, and many talented artists showcase from Ottawa, Kingston, Montreal
Maharashtra chi Lokdhara ( folk dance by BollywoodancePro Ottawa)
Bollywood Dance by DYS, DANSVILLA Studio, and many talented artists showcase from Ottawa, Kingston, Montreal
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Ottawa Dhol Tasha
7:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
7:30 PM
Ram Lalla Aarti
Ram Lalla Aarti will be performed
8:00 PM Onwards
Garba | Dancing with Ganesha
Dancing with Ganesha
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Open For Darshan
Darshan open to general public
11:00 AM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
11:30 AM
Ram Lalla Aarti
Ram Lalla Aarti will be performed
3:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
3:30 PM
Ram Lalla Aarti
Ram Lalla Aarti will be performed
6 PM - 6.30 PM
Ottawa Dhol Tasha
7:00 PM Onwards
Visarjan Ceremonies
Before taking Ganesh for Visarjan, we will perform Aarti by chanting Ganesh Mantras and Aartis.
Free Entry
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Let’s be a part of this massive celebration and strengthen our bond.