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Kollam Festivals

Where heritage meets devotion — temple festivals, cultural rituals,
vibrant processions, and traditional celebrations of Kollam

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Kollam's Festival Heritage

Kollam, one of Kerala’s oldest port cities, is renowned for its rich cultural legacy and vibrant temple festivals. The district comes alive with traditional rituals, grand processions, and devotional celebrations that reflect centuries-old customs and spiritual heritage.

From the colorful Kottankulangara Chamayavilakku where devotees dress in traditional attire, to the majestic Oachira Kali and temple utsavams across the region, Kollam’s festivals beautifully blend devotion, folklore, and community participation.

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Kollam temple festival
Temple festival celebration in Kollam

🎊 Major Festivals of Kollam

Meda Vishu Mahotsavam Kulathupuzha Temple
April 13 – 19, 2026 Vishu Festival

Meda Vishu Mahotsavam

The Meda Vishu Mahotsavam at Kulathupuzha Sree Dharmashastha Temple, Kollam is a grand celebration of devotion and culture featuring Panchavadyam, Thayambaka, majestic elephant processions, vibrant cultural programs and a spectacular fireworks display.

Kulathupuzha, Kollam
Thiru Utsavam Mukhathala Sri Krishna Swamy Temple
April 27 – May 8, 2026 Utsavam

Thiru Utsavam

Thiru Utsavam at Mukhathala Sri Krishna Swamy Temple, Kollam is a grand annual festival featuring Thiruvabharana Ghoshayathra, Uthirotsavam, Thrikkodiyet and the sacred Thiru-Aarattu with traditional rituals, music and vibrant processions.

Mukhathala, Kollam
Thiruvonam Mahotsavam Thirumullavaram Temple Kollam
Festival Season Vishnu Festival

Thiruvonam Mahotsavam

Thiruvonam Mahotsavam at Thirumullavaram Sree Mahavishnu Swamy Temple, Kollam is a grand celebration featuring Kodiyettam, Utsavabali, Thiruvabharana Ghoshayatra, Kettukazhcha, Pallivetta and the sacred Thiru Aarattu with vibrant rituals and cultural performances.

Thirumullavaram, Kollam
Samarpanam Malumel Sree Bhagavathy Temple Thodiyoor Kollam
April 7 Samarpanam

Samarpanam

Samarpanam at Malumel Sree Bhagavathy Temple, Thodiyoor in Kollam is a sacred ritual held during Meda Vishu Mahotsavam, where devotees offer prayers and symbolic offerings to Bhagavathy, accompanied by traditional poojas, chenda melam and vibrant community participation.

Thodiyoor, Kollam
Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Jnana Yajnam Thazhava Sree Krishna Swamy Temple Kollam
April 24 – April 30, 2026 Krishna Festival

Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Jnana Yajnam 2026

The Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Jnana Yajnam 2026 at Thazhava Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, Kollam is a spiritually enriching festival celebrated from April 24 to April 30, 2026. Devotees participate in daily Bhagavatam recitations, Bhadradeepam, Bhajan & Kirtan sessions, Annadanam, and conclude with Aarati and blessings.

Thazhava, Kollam
Vishu Mahotsavam and Lakshadeepam Erattakulangara Sree Mahavishnu Temple Kollam
April 15, 2026 Vishu Festival

Vishu Mahotsavam and Lakshadeepam 2026

The Vishu Mahotsavam & Lakshadeepam 2026 at Erattakulangara Sree Mahavishnu Temple, Kollam is a grand festival celebrated on April 15, 2026. Devotees witness Vishudina Pooja, Bhagavata Parayanam, Lakshadeepam lighting, Asurakolam burning, Vishu Sadya, and Sky Lamp Display & Evening Aradhana

Karicode, Erattakulangara
Perutukavil Pongala Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple Kadakkal
April 22, 2026 Perutukavil Pongala

Perutukavil Pongala 2026

The Perutukavil Pongala at Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple, Kadakkal, Kollam is a spiritually significant festival celebrated with devotion by thousands of devotees. The main ritual involves offering sweet rice pudding to the goddess accompanied by traditional music, chants, cultural programs and a vibrant community gathering creating a sacred and festive atmosphere.

Kadakkal, Kollam
Kodikura Ghoshayaathra Panamoodu Sree Bhadrakaali Devi Temple Kollam
April 16, 2026 Kodikura Ghoshayaathra

Kodikura Ghoshayaathra 2026

The Kodikura Ghoshayaathra at Panamoodu Sree Bhadrakaali Devi Temple, Neeravil, Kollam is a vibrant temple festival celebrated with deep devotion and cultural grandeur. The grand procession begins from Anikkulathu Chira at 5:00 PM, accompanied by Thalappoli, traditional percussion ensembles and ceremonial rituals.

Neeravil, Kollam
Thiruvabharanam Ashramam Sree Krishna Swamy Temple Kollam
April 14, 2026 Thiruvabharanam

Thiruvabharanam 2026

The Thiruvabharanam at Ashramam Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, Kollam is a grand Vishu festival celebrated with devotion and cultural richness. The sacred procession carrying the Golden Thiruvabharanam begins from Anandavalleeswaram Temple at 4:00 PM, accompanied by majestic elephants, Panchavadyam, Chenda Melam, and vibrant cultural performances.

Asramam, Kollam
Maham Mahotsavam Panamoodu Sree Bhadrakaali Devi Temple Kollam Festival
April 17 - 26, 2026 Maham Mahotsavam

Maham Mahotsavam 2026

The Maham Mahotsavam at Panamoodu Sree Bhadrakaali Devi Temple, Kollam is a grand annual festival celebrated with deep devotion and cultural richness. The festival begins with Thrikodiyettu on April 17, 2026,Pongala offering on April 26, 2026 and continues with daily special poojas, cultural programs and devotional rituals.

Neeravil, Kollam
Dasavatara Charthu and Thirunal Mahotsavam Sri Vaikuntapuram Mahavishnu Temple Bhoothakulam Kollam Festival
April 14 - 23, 2026 Thirunal Mahotsavam

Dasavatara Charthu and Thirunal Mahotsavam 2026

The Dasavatara Charthu and Thirunal Mahotsavam at Sri Vaikuntapuram Mahavishnu Temple, Bhoothakulam, Kollam is a sacred annual festival dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. The festival begins with the divine Dasavatara Charthu rituals followed by the auspicious Thrikodiyettu on April 16, 2026.

Bhoothakulam, Kollam
Medathiruvathira Mahotsavam 2026 Sree Maha Ganapathi Temple Kottarakkara Kollam Festival
April 12 - 22, 2026 Kodiyettam

Medathiruvathira

The Medathiruvathira Mahotsavam 2026 at Sree Maha Ganapathi Temple, Kottarakkara in Kollam is a grand annual festival held from April 12 to April 22, 2026. The celebration begins with the sacred Kodiyettam and concludes with the holy Aarattu ceremony. The festival features Ganapathi Homam, Ganesa Sahasranama Japam, Annadanam, vibrant cultural programs, traditional art performances, and devotional music concerts.

Kottarakkara, Kollam