ISKCON Laguna Beach, located at 285 Legion St, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, is a vibrant Hare Krishna temple and spiritual sanctuary situated just one block from the Pacific Ocean. Housed in a beautifully converted 1930s former church, it serves as a central hub for bhakti yoga, meditation, and Vedic philosophy in Orange County.

Key features

Darshan (Deity Visitation): The temple doors are open daily for worship. Standard windows include 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (until 7:00 PM on Sundays).

Sunday Feast (Updated for 2026): Starting January 4, 2026, the famous Sunday Feast time has moved to 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. This includes bhajans (devotional songs), arati (worship ceremony), a philosophical lecture, and a multicourse Prasadam (vegetarian feast).

Philosophy Classes: Deep-dive studies of the Bhagavad Gita are held weekly on Friday nights at 7:00 PM (updated from 8:00 PM), followed by a communal dinner.

Festivals: The temple is renowned for energetic celebrations such as Sri Krishna Janmashtami and the regional Maha Gaura Purnima festival, which draws hundreds of devotees from across Southern California.

Prasadam (Community Meals): The temple is well-known for serving delicious, sanctified vegan/vegetarian food after all its major programs and Sunday feasts.

Spiritual Counseling: Senior devotees and resident priests offer guidance on spiritual life and self-mastery.

Educational Outreach: The temple actively distributes spiritual literature (such as the Gita) to hospitals, shelters, and senior centers to share Vedic wisdom with those in need.

Wheelchair Accessibility: The facility is fully inclusive, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.

Amenities: On-site restrooms and a lovely brick patio with ocean views are available for visitors.

Parking Note: Street parking is the primary option but can be limited; visitors are encouraged to arrive early for weekend events.