Exterior view of Sama Rathi Auditorium at the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago, featuring an ornate temple-style structure with carved pillars, domes, and a central staircase leading to the entrance, with visitors standing outside under a cloudy sky.
Temple/Religious Space

Sama Rathi Auditorium - Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago

10915, Lemont Rd, Lemont, Chicago, IL, 60439
Capacity
700
Events Hosted
1
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Sama Rathi Auditorium in Lemont, Illinois is a major cultural venue hosting Indian classical music, dance, and community events within a large multi-purpose temple complex.

About Sama Rathi Auditorium - Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago

The Sama Rathi Auditorium is a prominent cultural and performance venue located within the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago complex in Lemont, Illinois. It serves as a central space for a wide range of events, including classical music concerts, dance performances, lectures, weddings, and community gatherings.

With a seating capacity of over 700 people, the auditorium is designed to accommodate large-scale cultural programs such as music festivals, arangetrams, and seasonal celebrations. The venue benefits from integrated facilities including parking, accessible infrastructure, and on-site dining services, making it suitable for both public events and private functions.

The auditorium plays a key role in supporting Indian classical arts in the Midwest United States. It regularly hosts performances, cultural festivals, and talks by notable figures such as Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj, contributing to a vibrant ecosystem of music, arts, and community engagement.

Quick Facts

Capacity

700 people

Established

1994

Parking

The campus features ample free parking in a large, well-maintained lot.

Past Events

Promotional poster for Ganesh Kumaresh USA Tour 2026 featuring a full tour schedule across multiple U.S. cities, a QR code for tickets, and a portrait of Ganesh and Kumaresh holding violins against a dark background.
24
May
In-person

Ganesh Kumaresh perform in Chicago at Sama Rathi Auditorium, Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago, on May 24 at 7:00 PM, pres...

Sun, May 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM onwards
Concert
Sama Rathi Auditorium - Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago, Chicago
Portrait of Carnatic violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan holding a violin, known as part of the Ganesh–Kumaresh violin duo in South Indian classical music.
Kumaresh Rajagopalan is a leading figure in Carnatic violin, widely admired as a performer, composer, and mentor, and best known for his long-standing partnership with his brother Ganesh as the celebrated “Ganesh–Kumaresh” duo, where classical tradition meets fresh, contemporary expression.
Ganesh Rajagopalan, Kumaresh Rajagopalan
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Facilities & Amenities

parking
wheelchair accessible
air conditioning
food available
coat check
live streaming

At a Glance

700
Capacity
1
Events Hosted

Location & Directions

10915, Lemont Rd, Lemont, Chicago, IL, 60439
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Facilities

parking
wheelchair accessible
air conditioning
food available
coat check
live streaming