The ISKCON movement continues to flourish across the United States with over 100+ temples, centers, farm communities, cultural hubs, and outreach programs promoting devotional life, meditation, and spiritual education. Each temple follows standard global ISKCON guidelines while offering a safe, welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.

This definitive guide provides:

• A complete state-wise list of ISKCON temples in the USA
• Opening & closing timings
• Security procedures & visitor rules
• Highlight features of major temples
• Spiritual programs, festivals & facilities

General Opening & Closing Hours of ISKCON Temples in the USA

Although individual temple schedules may vary, most ISKCON temples follow these standard timings:

Daily Temple Timings

Sunday Feast Timings

• Typical Start: 4:00 PM

• Kirtan & Pravachan: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Prasadam Feast: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Hours may differ slightly based on location, events, and festivals.

Security & Safety Guidelines Followed Across ISKCON Temples USA

To ensure a peaceful and secure spiritual environment, all ISKCON temples maintain strict safety protocols.

1. Mandatory Entrance Checks

• Bag checks at the main gate

• Metal detector scanning at major temples (LA, New York, Houston, Dallas, Alachua)

• ID check for large groups or event days

2. CCTV Surveillance

• 24/7 CCTV monitoring

• Restricted areas near deity rooms, kitchens, and archives

3. Security Guards & Volunteers

• On-duty guards at entry and exit

• Crowd management teams during festivals like Janmashtami & Ratha Yatra

• Trained volunteers for emergency support

4. Dress Code & Conduct

• Respectful clothing is mandatory

• No photography inside deity rooms (varies by temple)

• Silence and discipline in the main prayer hall

5. Prohibited Items

Most temples do not allow:

• Alcohol or intoxicants

• Smoking/tobacco

• Meat, fish, eggs

• Loudspeakers or musical instruments (outside permitted areas)

6. Emergency Facilities

• Fire safety equipment

• First aid station

• Emergency exits clearly marked

• Medical volunteers available during big events

State-Wise ISKCON Temples in the USA with Visitor Notes & Timings

Arizona

ISKCON Phoenix

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Bag checks; CCTV in main hall.

ISKCON Tucson

Timing: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Standard entry checks.

California

ISKCON Los Angeles – New Dwaraka

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Highlights: One of the largest ISKCON temples in the world.
Security: High-level security, scanning at busy hours, CCTV throughout.

ISKCON Silicon Valley – San Jose

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Volunteers at entrance.

ISKCON Berkeley – New Jagannath Puri

ISKCON Laguna Beach

ISKCON San Diego

Standard Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Monitored entry, guards on festivals.

Colorado

ISKCON Denver

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: CCTV, volunteer security.

Connecticut

ISKCON East Hartford

Timing: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Bag screening during events.

Delaware

ISKCON Delaware – Newark

Timing: 5:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Standard CCTV.

Florida

ISKCON Alachua – Biggest community in USA

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Full perimeter surveillance, guards, gated entry.

ISKCON Orlando

ISKCON Gainesville

ISKCON Miami

ISKCON Jacksonville

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Volunteers, CCTV monitoring.

Georgia

ISKCON Atlanta – New Panihati Dhama

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Guarded entry & CCTV.

Hawaii

ISKCON Honolulu

Timing: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Illinois

ISKCON Chicago

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: 24-hour surveillance.

ISKCON Naperville

Similar timings & protocols.

Indiana

ISKCON Indianapolis

ISKCON Fort Wayne

Timing: 5:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Maryland

ISKCON Baltimore

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Security guards, cameras.

ISKCON Potomac (Washington DC region)

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Massachusetts

ISKCON Boston

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Controlled entry and surveillance.

Michigan

ISKCON Detroit – Fisher Mansion

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Monitored entry, heritage site protection.

Minnesota

ISKCON Minneapolis

Timing: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Missouri

ISKCON St. Louis

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM

New Jersey

ISKCON Towaco

ISKCON Central NJ

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Volunteers & camera surveillance.

New York – Birthplace of ISKCON

ISKCON Brooklyn – Sri Sri Radha Govinda

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: High-security temple in metropolitan area.

ISKCON New York – 26 Second Avenue

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM

North Carolina

ISKCON Hillsborough – New Goloka Dhama

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM

Ohio

ISKCON Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM

Oregon

ISKCON Portland

ISKCON Eugene

Timing: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Pennsylvania

ISKCON Gita Nagari (Farm Community)

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Security: Restricted areas for residents, guided visitor access.

ISKCON Philadelphia

Timing: 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM

Texas

ISKCON Dallas – New Govardhan

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Professional guards, CCTV.

ISKCON Houston – Radha Nilamadhava

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Utah

Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple – Spanish Fork

Timing: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Security: Event-based security for Holi Festival.

Washington

ISKCON Seattle – Vedic Cultural Center

Timing: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Wisconsin

ISKCON Milwaukee

Timing: 5:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical opening hours of ISKCON temples in the USA?

Most temples open at 4:30 AM and close around 8:30–9:00 PM.

Are ISKCON temples safe to visit?

Yes. All temples maintain strict security, CCTV monitoring, entrance checks, and trained guards.

Can visitors attend Mangala Arati early morning?

Yes. All are welcome, although some temples require early-morning entry registration.

Is there a dress code?

Devotional, modest clothing is recommended. Shoes must be removed inside the temple.

Do temples offer free prasadam?

Yes. Most offer free or donation-based prasadam daily and a full feast on Sundays.

Also Read – Top 15 Hindu Temples in the USA

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