As we joyfully step into 2026, Hari Hara Kshetram warmly welcomes all devotees, families, and community members to begin the year with divine blessings, peace, and spiritual harmony. For many, New Year spiritual celebrations in Austin are more than a tradition—this sacred day is an opportunity to express gratitude, offer heartfelt prayers, and seek divine guidance for the year ahead.
To honor this auspicious beginning, our temple has arranged a beautiful series of devotional programs throughout the day. We invite you and your family to join us in these uplifting celebrations.
New Year’s Day Schedule
Thursday, January 1, 2026
A full day filled with prayer, rituals, and spiritual connection.
🌅 9:00 AM – Suprabhatam
Start your New Year with serenity as we recite Suprabhatam, the traditional morning hymn offered to Lord Sri Venkateswara. This divine awakening fills the temple with peaceful vibrations and sets a blessed tone for the rest of 2026.
🕉️ 9:30 AM – Sri Venkateswara Swami Abhishekam & Archana to All Deities
Experience the powerful and purifying Sri Venkateswara Swami Abhishekam in Austin, followed by Archana to all deities. This sacred ceremony invokes well-being, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment—a beautiful moment to surrender your prayers and seek divine grace.
✨ 6:00 PM – Special Aarti to All Deities
As the first evening of the year approaches, join us for a radiant Special Aarti. The offering of light symbolizes hope, positivity, and the victory of divine energy. It is the perfect time to pray for clarity, success, and inner strength for the year ahead.
🙏 8:45 PM – Sri Venkateswara Swami Ekantha Seva
We conclude the day with the peaceful and intimate Ekantha Seva, symbolizing the divine rest of Lord Venkateswara. This calming ritual brings a sense of closure, purity, and inner stillness—an ideal way to end the first day of 2026 with devotion and tranquility.
A Celebration for Everyone
These New Year celebrations in Austin are open to all—devotees, families, children, and newcomers seeking a meaningful and spiritual start to the year. The temple will be filled with chants, divine vibrations, and the warmth of community, making it the perfect environment for reflection and blessings.
Why Celebrate New Year at Hari Hara Kshetram?
Recognized by many devotees as the best temple to visit on New Year’s Day in Austin, Hari Hara Kshetram is a sacred space where the divine energies of Sri Hari (Vishnu) and Lord Hara (Shiva) reside together in harmony. This rare combination represents balance, protection, and universal unity. Celebrating the New Year here carries special significance:
1. Blessings of Both Vishnu & Shiva
Begin the year in a place where both deities are worshipped and receive:
- Prosperity and divine protection
- Strength, clarity, and inner resilience
- Balance, peace, and overall spiritual well-being
2. A Sacred Place for New Beginnings
Hari Hara Kshetram is known as a kshetra of harmony—a powerful space to release past burdens and welcome new opportunities. Starting the year here invites spiritual renewal, positivity, and auspicious energy into your life.
3. Family-Friendly, Cultural, and Devotional Environment
Our temple is a hub for tradition, culture, and community bonding—perfect for families looking to celebrate the New Year in a peaceful and spiritually enriching way.
4. Community Unity and Divine Vibrations
With uplifting chants, rituals, and devotional gatherings, the temple radiates divine vibrations that uplift the mind and purify the soul. Many devotees describe a deep sense of serenity and connection when they visit.
Bringing Devotion into Daily Life
New Year spiritual celebrations are not limited to one day—they inspire a devotional outlook for the entire year. Whether through temple visits, participating in community rituals, or practicing simple prayers at home, devotees can carry inner peace and spiritual clarity well beyond January 1.
To learn more about upcoming events, temple services, or community offerings, please visit the official Hari Hara Kshetram website. May the divine grace of Sri Venkateswara Swami bless your home with strength, health, and harmony throughout 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What time do New Year rituals begin at Hari Hara Kshethram Temple?
Rituals begin at 9:00 AM with Suprabhatam, followed by Abhishekam and Archana at 9:30 AM.
2. Can I bring my own items for New Year puja?
Yes, you may bring your own items, though many devotees prefer using temple-provided items for purity and quality.
3. Is an English puja booklet available for beginners?
Yes, simplified English puja booklets are available to help beginners participate comfortably.
4. How can I book a priest for New Year rituals at home?
You can request a priest through the temple office or through trusted online priest services.5. Are the evening Aarti and Ekantha Seva open to all devotees?
Absolutely—everyone is welcome to participate in the full evening program.
