Mahalaya Paksha (Sep 26 – Oct 9, 2026) is the fortnight set aside for honoring our ancestors. Performing Shraddha and Tharpana during these days brings peace to our departed forebears, fulfils our ancestral duty and invites their blessings for the material and spiritual well‑being of the family.

Perform your Paksha Shraddha at the Matha, guided by our Achar (priest).

Schedule

• Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM
• Sunday (Sep 27 & Oct 4): 8:00 AM
• Recommended tithi for each day is shown on the date tile when you register (e.g. Maha Bharani on Sep 29, Sarva Pitru / Mahalaya Amavasya on Oct 9).

How to register

1. Click Register and pick the date (each tile shows the tithi and start time; Oct 6 & 7 have no seva).
2. Each registration is for one Kartha – $51.
3. Optionally add Hastodaka Seva (lunch prasada) – $21 per person. Prasada is served only to those who add it.
4. Enter the attendee details and complete payment.

Your confirmation e‑mail will show the selected date, tithi and counts, and includes the “List of our Ancestors” form – please fill it in (names, gotra, rupa) and bring it with you. You will also receive a reminder before your registered day.

Form to fill before you come

Every Kartha must bring a completed List of our Ancestors form (PDF) – names, gotra and rupa of the ancestors for whom the Shraddha is performed. Please download and fill it in at home; a copy is also attached to your confirmation e‑mail.

Items each Kartha should bring

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time. For questions, contact the Matha office.