Festival of Joy

Origin: Festival of Joy, also known as Ratha Yatra
is the oldest street festival in the world,
originating from the Indian costal town of
Jagannatha Puri, India.
Significance: Festival of Joy is the world’s oldest
street festival, celebrating a 5,000-year-old
tradition from India. It honors Lord Krishna, also
known as Jagannath, the Lord of the Universe.
After years away in battle, His family longed for
His return and brought Him back home to
Vrindavan by pulling His chariot with ropes.
This festival re-enacts that joyful reunion.
Everyone is welcome to join in pulling the
chariot, with vibrant singing and dancing leading
the way.