International Gita Mahotsav to Grace Sydney in 2025

Sydney will soon echo with the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita as the International Gita Mahotsav (IGM) 2025 arrives this May. Celebrating over 5,000 years of spiritual legacy, this significant event invites Australians to rediscover teachings that continue to shape lives and societies across the world.

Set for 3–4 May 2025, the International Gita Mahotsav promises two days of reflection, celebration, and cultural exchange – blending ancient philosophy with modern Australian spirit.

Event Schedule & Venues

• Day 1: Saturday, 3 May
• Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• Venue: Western Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus, Ian & Nancy Turbott Auditorium, Building EE, Victoria Road
• Highlights: Engaging seminars and presentations by esteemed speakers focusing on the practical applications of the Bhagavad Gita’s teachings in modern life.

Day 2: Sunday, 4 May

Morning Session: Sri Mandir, Auburn NSW

• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Activity: Sacred Gita Yagya (Fire Ceremony)

Evening Session: Parramatta River Foreshore

• Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Activities: Cultural performances, spiritual showcases, and a grand Maha Aarti on the riverfront.

A Festival Beyond Tradition

The International Gita Mahotsav is more than a religious gathering – it is a celebration of universal principles such as duty, resilience, ethical leadership, and inner peace. The 2025 Sydney edition, themed “From Knowledge to Practice: The Gita in Daily Life”, will focus on making ancient wisdom accessible and relevant for today’s challenges.

From university students and young professionals to spiritual seekers and community leaders, the Mahotsav welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the practical power of the Gita’s teachings.

Strengthening Roots, Building Bridges

For the Indian-Australian community, the Mahotsav is a proud moment to reconnect with cultural heritage in an immersive, vibrant way. For the broader Australian public, it offers an opportunity to engage with values that emphasise harmony, clarity, resilience, and compassion – ideals that resonate strongly within Australia’s multicultural ethos.

Organised by the Association of Haryanvis in Australia Inc. (AHA) in collaboration with the Kurukshetra Development Board (KDB), the Hindu Council of Australia, and over 65 cultural organisations, the Mahotsav reflects the spirit of unity in diversity.

A Living Legacy

As Sydney prepares to welcome the International Gita Mahotsav, it becomes clear that the Bhagavad Gita is not just a scripture from history – it is a living, breathing philosophy that continues to guide, uplift, and unite.