The Melbourne, Australia Hare Krishna Temple recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary from May 16 to 18, 2025, marking five decades since the establishment of the Melbourne Mahaprabhu Mandir in 1975 by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.

The three-day Golden Jubilee event brought together devotees, community members, and spiritual leaders to honour the temple’s rich history and ongoing contributions to spiritual life in Australia.

Event Highlights:

Friday, May 16: The celebrations commenced with a vibrant Maha Harinama procession starting at Federation Square, featuring public chanting and dancing through Melbourne’s streets.

Saturday, May 17: At the Albert Park temple, attendees participated in a morning Bhagavatam class presented via video by Kurma Dasa, followed by a Jubilee book launch, shared remembrances from devotees spanning the 1970s to the present, and a community lunch.

Sunday, May 18: The day began with a japa walk along Beaconsfield Parade and a Maha-abhisheka (ceremonial bathing) of the Gaura-Nitai deities, culminating in a grand arati and feast at the temple.

In the afternoon, festivities moved to The Timber Yard Entertainment Centre in Port Melbourne, featuring bhajanas, traditional dance performances, historical presentations, and an open mic session for sharing personal stories. Over 2000 devotees and friends attended.

The Golden Jubilee not only celebrated the temple’s past achievements but also reaffirmed its commitment to fostering spiritual growth and community engagement in Melbourne. To keep up with all the events and outreach at ISKCON Melbourne, please visit their sitio web, follow them on Facebook, and subscribe to their YouTube channel. See the gallery below for images from the multi-day events.