Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 across Metro Vancouver. Temple events, aarti/prasad info, eco‑friendly visarjan tips, transit, and FAQs. Updated daily.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 Vancouver: Everything You Need to Know
Quick Facts:
- Date: August 27 – September 6, 2025
- Main Day: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
- Visarjan: Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Expected Attendance: 50,000+ across Metro Vancouver
- Major Venues: 12 temples + 3 community centers
Vancouver’s Hindu community is preparing for the biggest Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations yet, with over 50,000 devotees expected to participate across Metro Vancouver, Surrey, Richmond, and Burnaby temples.
Contents
- When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in Vancouver?
- Quick plan: Best times, what to bring, what to expect
- Temple-by-temple guide (Verified/TBC)
- Eco-friendly idols and visarjan in Metro Vancouver
- Getting there: SkyTrain, buses, parking, accessibility
- Where to buy puja essentials locally
- Volunteer and community involvement
- FAQs
- How we update this guide + contact
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in Vancouver?
- Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 (local Pacific Time)
- Note: Temples align rituals to the Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi tithi; exact puja muhurat is announced by each temple. Expect morning pujas, midday Ganesh sthapana, and evening aarti.
Quick plan: Best times, what to bring, what to expect
- Best times to visit
- For a calmer darshan: Weekday mornings.
- For full vibes: Evenings on Aug 27 and the following weekend (cultural programs, bhajans, and prasad).
- Offerings to bring (optional)
- Modak or laddoo, fresh flowers (marigold/red hibiscus), durva grass, coconut, fruits.
- Dress code and etiquette
- Modest clothing is appreciated. Remove shoes before entering sanctum areas; ask before taking photos.
- Cost
- Most events are free; donations to the temple are appreciated.
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Temple-by-temple guide (2025 status: TBC unless noted)
We’ve included well-known temples and community hubs across Metro Vancouver. Final 2025 timings are typically posted on each temple’s official website or social channels. If a schedule is not yet published, we mark it TBC and update once confirmed.
Tip: Use “Temple Name + city” in Google Maps or Apple Maps for turn-by-turn directions. For transit, the TransLink Trip Planner works best.
Shree Lakshmi Narayan Mandir (Vedic Hindu Cultural Society of BC), Surrey — Newton
- Address: 8321 140 St, Surrey, BC
- What to expect: Large community turnout, Ganesh sthapana on Chaturthi, morning and evening aarti, daily prasad, bhajans, and family-friendly activities across the festival period.
- 2025 status: Schedules typically include morning puja and evening aarti on Aug 27 with prasad; multi-day programs vary by year. Final timings: TBC—check the temple’s official channels.
- Getting there: SkyTrain to Surrey Central or King George, then bus/rideshare to 84 Ave & 140 St area. Parking fills quickly; arrive early.
Hindu Temple Burnaby (Hindu Temple Society of BC), South Burnaby — Marine Drive
- Address: 5420 Marine Dr, Burnaby, BC
- What to expect: Ganesh puja and aarti on Chaturthi, bhajans, and prasad distribution; a family-friendly environment with clear English/Hindi announcements.
- 2025 status: Timings usually include morning puja and evening aarti with prasad. Final schedule: TBC—watch their notice boards and socials.
ISKCON Vancouver (Hare Krishna Temple), Burnaby — Marine Drive
- Address: 5462 Marine Dr, Burnaby, BC
- What to expect: Kirtan, aarti, pravachan, and prasadam. While ISKCON centres focus on Krishna-centric worship, many host special Ganesh Chaturthi offerings and kirtans.
- 2025 status: TBC—confirm via official pages.
Richmond’s “Highway to Heaven” Temples — No. 5 Road corridor
- Area: No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC
- Temples along this corridor (including Vishnu- and Durga-focused mandirs) often hold Ganesh abhishek/aarti and distribute prasad on Chaturthi.
- 2025 status: Each temple posts its own schedule. If you’re based in Richmond, check local temple boards on No. 5 Road a few days before Aug 27.
Smaller community temples and satsang halls — Vancouver, Surrey, Delta, Langley
- Many neighbourhood mandirs and cultural associations host intimate pujas, kids’ crafts, and bhajans.
- 2025 status: Announced locally via posters, WhatsApp groups, and Facebook pages. If you run a community event, send details to [email protected] for listing.
Pro tip: If exact times aren’t listed online, drop by the temple a day or two before Chaturthi—most publish printed schedules at the entrance.
Eco-friendly idols and visarjan in Metro Vancouver
- Idols: Choose natural clay (shaadu maati) and natural, non-toxic colours. Many local stores now stock eco-friendly Ganeshas; you can also craft a small clay idol at home with children.
- Visarjan practices in BC:
- To protect local waterways, most households perform symbolic visarjan at home by dissolving small clay idols in a bucket or tub and returning the clay to the soil.
- Some temples provide designated tanks/barrels for symbolic visarjan; follow on-site instructions.
- Avoid immersing idols or pooja items in rivers, lakes, or the ocean.
- Clean-up: Collect flowers/garlands separately for compost (if free of plastic), and dispose of non-biodegradables responsibly.
Getting there: SkyTrain, buses, parking, accessibility
- Transit
- Surrey/Newton: Expo Line to Surrey Central or King George; short bus/rideshare to the temple cluster near 140 St/84 Ave.
- Burnaby/Marine Dr: Accessible by bus from Metrotown and adjacent hubs; check TransLink Trip Planner for current routes.
- Richmond/No. 5 Road: Canada Line to Richmond–Brighouse; bus or short rideshare to No. 5 Road temples.
- Parking: Free parking at larger temples, but it fills quickly during evening aartis. Carpool when possible.
- Accessibility: Many larger temples provide ramps and accessible entrances; call ahead if you need seating assistance or step-free darshan.
Where to buy puja essentials locally
- Indian grocery chains with multiple Metro Vancouver locations:
- Fruiticana
- Sabzi Mandi
- Chalo! FreshCo
- What to look for: Modak/laddoo, durva grass, fresh flowers, coconuts, incense, ghee diyas, garlands, and puja thalis.
Volunteer and community involvement
- Typical seva opportunities: Decoration, prasad distribution, crowd guidance, bhajan/kirtan support, kids’ activities.
- How to sign up: Message the temple’s official Facebook/Instagram or visit the front desk. Students can often request volunteer-hour letters.
FAQs
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in Vancouver?
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 (Pacific Time). Temples will post final muhurat/aarti timings.
Which Metro Vancouver temple has the biggest crowd?
Shree Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey usually sees the largest turnout, with multiple aartis and prasad. Expect evening crowds; mornings are calmer.
Is there a public visarjan procession in Vancouver?
Large water-body immersions are generally not conducted due to environmental rules. Most temples/households opt for symbolic visarjan. Check your temple’s guidance.
Do I need to register to attend?
Absolutely. Temples in Metro Vancouver warmly welcome everyone. Basic etiquette: dress modestly, remove shoes where posted, and keep phones on silent.
Can non-Hindus attend?
Absolutely. Temples in Metro Vancouver warmly welcome everyone. Basic etiquette: dress modestly, remove shoes where posted, and keep phones on silent.
Will there be prasad?
Yes. Most temples distribute prasad after morning/evening aarti on Chaturthi and during follow-on days.
How do I get the latest timings?
Check each temple’s official website or social pages in the days before Aug 27. We’ll also update this page as schedules are announced.
How we update this guide
We monitor official temple announcements and publicly posted schedules across Metro Vancouver and refresh this page as details are released. If you’re an organizer, send your 2025 timings and flyers to [email protected] for a fast update.
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Author: Lokgeets Vancouver Desk
Email: [email protected]
Coverage: Metro Vancouver (Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby, Vancouver, Tri‑Cities)
We respect all traditions and aim to share accurate, inclusive information for the community.
Ganpati Bappa Morya!