Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), established a rich tradition of celebrating festivals in the organization. These festivals are based on the teachings of Lord Krishna and are meant to bring joy, devotion, and spiritual growth to the members of ISKCON.

One of the most important festivals celebrated in ISKCON is Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. This festival is observed with great enthusiasm and devotion in all ISKCON temples around the world. The day is marked by special prayers, kirtans (devotional songs), and offerings of food and gifts to the deity of Lord Krishna. The highlight of the festival is the midnight arati (ritual of offering light) when Lord Krishna is believed to have appeared.

Another significant festival in ISKCON is Radhastami, the appearance day of Radharani, Lord Krishna's eternal consort. This festival is celebrated with great fervor and devotion, as Radharani is considered to be the embodiment of love and devotion towards Krishna. Devotees offer special prayers, kirtans, and delicious food offerings to Radharani on this day.

ISKCON also celebrates the festival of Gaura Purnima, the appearance day of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. This festival is celebrated with great joy and devotion, as Lord Chaitanya is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Krishna who appeared to spread the message of love and devotion to the world.

Holi, the festival of colors, is also celebrated with great enthusiasm in ISKCON. This festival is a celebration of the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radharani. Devotees play with colored powders and water, sing and dance to kirtans, and offer special food offerings to the deities.

Apart from these major festivals, ISKCON also celebrates other important occasions such as Govardhan Puja, the worship of Govardhan Hill, and Ratha Yatra, the grand chariot festival where the deities of Lord Krishna and Balarama are taken out on a procession.

In addition to these festivals, ISKCON also observes Ekadashi, the eleventh day of the lunar cycle, as a special day of fasting and devotional activities. This day is considered auspicious for spiritual practices and is observed with great dedication by ISKCON members.

In conclusion, ISKCON celebrates a variety of festivals throughout the year, each with its own significance and purpose. These festivals not only bring joy and happiness to the devotees but also help in fostering a deeper connection with Lord Krishna and his teachings.