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 2023
Timetable
The celebration begins on September 20th. 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.
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.
3:00 PM / 7:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Open For Darshan
Darshan will be open to general public from today onward until the last day.
11:00 AM / 3:00 PM / 7:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Open For Darshan
Darshan open to general public
11:00 AM / 3:00 PM / 7:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cultural Program
Cultural Program Featuring Community Talent.
7:30 PM Onwards
Cultural Program
Featuring Lighting of the Inaugural Lamp by the Dignitaries, Canada Dhol Tasha, Mallakhamb (New York), Lezim, Bhangraescape, Jegeetharaya Arts, and DYS.
10:00 am to Midnight
Open For Darshan
Darshan open to general public
11:00 AM / 3:00 PM / 7:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
7.15 PM to 8.15 PM
Cultural Program
Cultural Program Featuring Canada Dhol Tasha, Mallakhamb (New York), Bollywood Dance Pro, Bollywood Delights, Kanata Dance Group, Gujarati Dance Group, and Vivek Parikh.
8:15 PM Onwards
Dancing with Ganesha
Canada Dhol Tasha, Garba, Bhangra, etc
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Open For Darshan
Darshan open to general public
11:00 AM / 3:00 PM
Maha Aarti
Mangal Aarti will be performed with bhajans, followed by prasad distribution.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Arts & Craft Workshop for Children
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Devotional Bhajans by ISKCON
Before taking Ganesh for Visarjan, we will perform Aarti by chanting Ganesh Mantras and Aartis.
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Devotional Bhajans by Durga Temple Ottawa
Before taking Ganesh for Visarjan, we will perform Aarti by chanting Ganesh Mantras and Aartis.
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.