About this festival
About
International Society for Krishna Consciousness for Western Canada
Festival of Joy is presented by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) for Western Canada — a volunteer-led community that has helped shape Metro Vancouver's multicultural calendar for nearly five decades. Through music, colour, vegetarian food, and open-air gatherings, we aim to celebrate diversity, hospitality, and the arts alongside neighbours from every walk of life.
Our work today builds on that long history. Recent initiatives include Festival of India, Stanley Park Festivals, and the Soul Veg Farmers Market — public, family-friendly programs where culture, wellness, and generosity come together. Festival of Joy continues in the same spirit: a summer weekend designed for everyone, whether you are joining us for the first time or have been part of the journey for years.
Past Festivals (1983-2025)
A glimpse of other community programs we help bring to life in Metro Vancouver.
Stanley Park — Ratha Yatra gallery
Moments from chariot processions and gatherings in Stanley Park over the years — tap any image for a larger view.
Charity registration
International Society for Krishna Consciousness for Western Canada is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency as a charitable organization in accordance with Section 149.1(1)(b) of the Income Tax Act, effective January 1, 1983.
Our Charity Business Number is 11897-1043-RR0001. Society Registration number in the province of British Columbia is S17736.