August 2, 2026

A beloved LA tradition for nearly five decades, Shakti has been a cherished part of the Annual Festival of Chariots (Rath Yatra) with the honor of performing for 48 years. As thousands gather to celebrate, Shakti’s dancers bring the timeless beauty of Bharata Natyam on the shores of Venice Beach, offering dance as devotion and helping enrich one of Southern California’s most vibrant cultural celebrations. This year we were delighted to welcome musicians to the performance! Celebrating 50th Annual Rath Yatra at the iconic Venice Beach CA