BhaktiFest will take place from 3rd to 6th April 2026, during the Easter Weekend Public Holiday — a transformative 4-day retreat.

The event will be held at the BhaktiFest Island (Milson Island Sport and Recreation Centre), located on the stunning Central Coast — just a 45 minute scenic trip from Sydney, in the heart of the Hawkesbury River. For this year, we've exclusively booked the entire island for an intimate and immersive experience!

BhaktiFest is Australia and New Zealand's premier spiritual youth retreat, offering a transformative opportunity to deepen your Krishna consciousness in a supportive, vibrant community. Over four days, you'll spread the holy name through ecstatic kirtans, practice sadhana in a distraction-free environment, associate with devotees from across the region and learn from world-renowned teachers, realise your life's higher purpose, and kindle the fire of bhakti within. Experience uplifting workshops, forest harinam, outdoor adventures, sumptuous prasadam, and late-night bonfire kirtans — all designed to help you grow spiritually while building lifelong friendships.

This festival is designed For the Youth, By the Youth, bringing together young people aged 13 to 30 from diverse backgrounds, along with the uplifting association of spiritual leaders such as HH Sri Krishna Caitanya Swami, HG Krishna Rupa Mataji, and many more guests to be announced soon.

Your all-inclusive ticket covers everything you need for an amazing 4-day, 3-night retreat:

• Ferry transfers to and from BhaktiFest Island (Milson Island)
• Accommodation - comfortable bunk bed style accommodation with all amenities provided
• Prasadam - delicious pure vegetarian meals throughout the event
• All activities including workshops, kirtans, forest harinam, outdoor adventures, and bonfire sessions

We recommend bringing comfortable clothing, personal toiletries, any required medications, and a positive attitude! We'll take care of the rest.

Absolutely! We welcome volunteers to assist with various aspects of the event. You can sign up during the registration process or WhatsApp us for more information.

Yes! Ferry transportation is included in your ticket. The ferry departs from Brooklyn Wharf, Brooklyn NSW 2083 (Outside Hawkesbury River Station) on Friday, April 3rd at 11:00am. Check-in closes at 10:45am.

Important: Please arrive by 10:00am to allow ample time for check-in and luggage drop. Missing the ferry check-in time could result in an additional fee for a replacement ferry of up to $90 per person.

Don't know which train to catch from Sydney or the Airport? Click here for detailed travel information.

BhaktiFest offers comfortable bunk bed style accommodation with all amenities provided, including ensuite bathrooms and common areas. The rooms will be allocated once registrations close and will be segregated by gender.

While there is no formal dress code, we encourage modest and comfortable attire suitable for spiritual activities, including kirtans and workshops. This could include kurta, dhoti, gopi dress or other appropriate clothing.

We offer a 24-hour change-of-mind refund policy. After this period, refunds are not available due to logistical reasons.

Yes! If you have any allergies or special dietary requirements, please let us know in advance so we can cater for them.

Yes, we will have a designated first-aid team available throughout the event. Please notify us of any medical conditions or special needs in advance.