Sikh Temple Riverside - Riverside, CA

The Sikh Temple Riverside, officially known as the Gurdwara Riverside, is a prominent spiritual and community center located at 7940 Mission Blvd, Riverside, CA 92509. It is known for its serene environment, striking white domes, and open-door policy that welcomes everyone in the Inland Empire region. The temple serves as a sanctuary for those seeking peace, spiritual connection, and community engagement. It is founded on the core Sikh principles of honest living, service to humanity (Seva), and equality for all people, regardless of their background, race, or religion. The atmosphere is consistently described by visitors as peaceful, welcoming, and blissful.

 Key features

Religious Services: Daily prayers (Nitnem) and evening services (Sodar Rehras Sahib) are observed. Major congregational programs (Diwan) with Kirtan (devotional singing) and Katha (spiritual discourse) take place every Sunday morning.

Langar (Free Community Kitchen): A fundamental aspect of the temple, the Langar hall serves free, nutritious vegetarian meals to all visitors daily. Everyone is welcome to sit together and share food, symbolizing the community's commitment to equality.

Khalsa School: A vital educational initiative on Sundays where children and youth learn the Punjabi language (Gurmukhi script), Sikh history, philosophy, and traditional music (Kirtan and Tabla).

Community Events & Outreach: The temple actively participates in the wider community by organizing health fairs, blood drives, and celebrating major Sikh festivals like Vaisakhi and Gurpurabs.

Life Events: The Gurdwara facilitates significant life ceremonies such as Sikh weddings (Anand Karaj) and other family religious services.