Four joyful days of chanting in community with world renowned kirtan artists in a secluded mountain retreat in California: Deva Premal & Miten, Jai Uttal, Nina Rao, Govind Das, Visvambhar Sheth, Mr David (Estes), Prajna Vieira, and Nat Kendall.

This festival was born from a simple truth: chanting changes lives.

We are friends and family who discovered the power of kirtan, not simply as music, but as a spiritual practice that opened our hearts, grounded our minds, and deepened our connection to something greater.

Moved by this transformation, we came together as volunteers to co-create a gathering in Northern California. This festival is our offering. No salaries. No dividends. All proceeds go directly to the artists and toward nurturing a truly life-changing experience.

A sanctuary in the hills of Northern California. Nestled above the Monterey Bay, in Santa Cruz, CA, Mount Madonna is home to a Hanuman Temple. Beautiful vistas, forested trails and mountain quiet make room for practice and transformation.

To attend Kirtan Fest, every guest must purchase both festival tuition and accommodation at Mount Madonna.