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Pathanamthitta Festivals

Celebrate the spiritual vibrance of Pathanamthitta — sacred temple rituals,
traditional festivals, and colorful cultural heritage of Kerala

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Pathanamthitta's Festival Spirit

Pathanamthitta, known as the "Land of Pilgrimages and Rituals," is a district steeped in spiritual and cultural heritage. Its temple festivals are celebrated with deep devotion, featuring traditional rituals, vibrant processions, and classical art forms that reflect Kerala’s timeless traditions.

From the grand Sabarimala Makaravilakku, attracting millions of devotees, to the iconic Aranmula Uthrattathi Festival with its traditional boat races, and the sacred Pandalam Palace Vishu, Pathanamthitta’s festivals bring together devotion, music, and community celebrations.

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🎊 Major Festivals of Pathanamthitta

Atha Mahotsavam Kurampala Temple
April 2 – 18, 2026 Temple Festival

Atha Mahotsavam, Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnam and Medabharani Pongala

Celebrated at Kurampala Puthenkavil Bhagavathi Vilasam, Pathanamthitta, these festivals feature sacred rituals, grand processions, traditional art forms, the week-long Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnam (April 12–18), and culminate with Medabharani Pongala on April 18.

Kurampala, Pathanamthitta
Kallelly Aditya Pongala at Sree Kallely Oorali Appooppan Kavu, Pathanamthitta
April 23, 2026 Aditya Pongala

Kallelly Aditya Pongala

The historic Kallelly Aditya Pongala at Sree Kallely Oorali Appooppan Kavu in Pathanamthitta is a grand festival celebrated with devotion and cultural vibrancy on Sunday, April 23, 2026. Key events include Aditya Pongala Offering, Special Poojas, Cultural Programs, and Procession & Aarattu.

Konni-Achankovil Road, Pathanamthitta
18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam at Sree Bhadra Devi Temple Ullannur Pathanamthitta
April 8-14, 2026 Bhagavathamritam

18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026

The sacred 18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam at Sree Bhadra Devi Temple, Ullannur, Pathanamthitta, Kerala is a highly devotional event conducted from April 8 to 14, 2026.

Ullannur, Pathanamthitta
Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam at Manneera Thalamanam Sree Mahadevar Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 15-21, 2026 Makayira Mahotsavam

Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam at Manneera Thalamanam Sree Mahadevar Temple, Manneera, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 15 to 21, 2026, featuring devotional recitations, rituals, annadanam, and cultural programmes.

Manneera, Pathanamthitta
Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam 2026 Elamannoor Sree Narayanapuram Mahavishnu Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 15-22, 2026 Saptaha Yajnam

Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam 2026

The sacred Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam at Elamannoor Sree Narayanapuram Mahavishnu Temple, Elamannoor, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 15 to 22, 2026, featuring daily Bhagavata Parayanam, Vishnu Sahasranama Japam, Harinama Keerthanam, yajnam rituals, and spiritual discourses.

Elamannoor, Pathanamthitta
Pathamudaya Mahotsavam 2026 Mayayakshikkavu Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple Adoor Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 21-23, 2026 Pathamudaya

Pathamudaya Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Pathamudaya Mahotsavam at Mayayakshikkavu Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple, Ilampallil – Payyanalloor, Adoor, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 21 to 23, 2026, featuring Community Pongala, Kettutsavam, Deeparadhana, Bhagavatha Parayanam, and vibrant cultural programs including dance, music, and devotional performances.

Adoor, Pathanamthitta
Medabharani Mahotsavam 2026 Sree Thazhoor Bhagavathy Temple Vazhamuttam Vallicode Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 18, 2026 Medabharani

Medabharani Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Medabharani Mahotsavam at Sree Thazhoor Bhagavathy Temple, Vazhamuttom, Vallicode, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be celebrated on April 18, 2026 (Saturday, 9:30 PM onwards) marking a divine occasion after temple renovation. The festival features the special Vilakku Anpoli Samarpanam , Devi Poojas, Deeparadhana, and devotional cultural programs with traditional Kerala rituals and spiritual gatherings.

Vazhamuttom, Pathanamthitta
Vishu Mahotsavam 2026 Ulanadu Sree Krishna Swami Temple Ulanadu Pandalam Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 15, 2026 Vishu Mahotsavam

Vishu Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Vishu Mahotsavam at Ulanadu Sree Krishna Swami Temple, Ulanadu, Pandalam, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689503 will be celebrated on April 15, 2026 (Wednesday from 5:30 AM onwards). The festival includes auspicious Vishukkani Darshanam, Vishukkaineettam distribution, Vishukkani Kanji & Annaprasadam, and Pushpabhishekam, attracting thousands of devotees for blessings and traditional Kerala New Year celebrations.

Pandalam, Pathanamthitta
Theeyattu Mahotsavam 2026 Thevalassery Mahadevi Temple Poovathoor Thottapuzhassery Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 17 – April 24, 2026 Theeyattu Mahotsavam

Theeyattu Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Theeyattu Mahotsavam at Thevalassery Devi Temple, Poovathoor will be celebrated from April 17 to April 24, 2026. The festival features traditional rituals like Theeyattu, Kalamezhuthu, Pongala, and Padayani, along with daily poojas, cultural programs, and devotional performances, attracting devotees from across Kerala.

Poovathoor, Pathanamthitta
Mohini Ekadashi 2026 Thrikkovil Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple Vallicode Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 2026 Mohini Ekadashi

Mohini Ekadashi 2026

The sacred Mohini Ekadashi at Thrikkovil Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple, Vallicode, Pathanamthitta is observed with deep devotion in April 2026. The day begins with Narayaneeyam Parayanam from morning, followed by special Ekadashi poojas and devotional rituals. In the evening, the temple hosts the divine Maha Deepa Aaradhana at 6:00 PM, followed by the majestic Garudavahana Procession, attracting hundreds of devotees seeking blessings of Lord Vishnu.

Vallicode, Pathanamthitta
Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam and Noorum Paalum 2026 Kottangal Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 22 2026 Prathishta Mahotsavam

Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam and Noorum Paalum 2026

The sacred Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam and Noorum Paalum at Kottangal Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple, Pathanamthitta is celebrated with great devotion in April 2026. The festival begins with Ganapathi Homam, followed by Kalasha Pooja and Abhishekam, creating a spiritually vibrant atmosphere. Important rituals like Sree Bhootha Bali and Navakam are performed with traditional Vedic chanting.

Kottangal, Pathanamthitta
Thiru Utsavam 2026 Sree Rakthakanta Swamy Temple Omalloor Pathanamthitta Kerala festival
April 28 – May 7, 2026 Thiru Utsavam

Thiru Utsavam 2026

The grand Thiru Utsavam at Sree Rakthakanta Swamy Temple, Omalloor in Pathanamthitta is celebrated with deep devotion and vibrant traditions. The festival begins with Thrikodiyettu and features daily rituals like Ganapathi Homam, Bhagavatha Parayanam and Utsava Bali. Major highlights include the Aarattu procession with caparisoned elephants, powerful Panchari Melam, Ottan Thullal and spectacular cultural programs.

Omalloor, Pathanamthitta
Meda Bharani Utsavam 2026 Oripurathu Bhagavathi Temple Thattayil Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 18, 2026 Meda Bharani Utsavam

Meda Bharani Utsavam 2026

The sacred Meda Bharani Utsavam at Oripurathu Bhagavathi Temple, Thattayil in Pathanamthitta is a vibrant annual festival dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi. The festival is marked by traditional rituals such as Devi Bhagavatha Parayanam, Usha Pooja, Kalamezhuthu Pattu, and powerful devotional ceremonies. Cultural highlights include Panchavadyam performances, Deepa Aaradhana, and the grand Thiru Ezhunnellathu procession, creating a deeply spiritual and festive atmosphere filled with devotion and heritage.

Thattayil, Pathanamthitta
4th Punaprathishta Varshikam Cherupuzhakkattu Devi Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival 2026 Kalabhabhishekam Pushpabhishekam
April 28, 2026 Punaprathishta Varshikam

4th Punaprathishta Varshikam 2026

The sacred 4th Punaprathishta Varshikam at Cherupuzhakkattu Devi Temple, Idayaranmula, Aranmula in Pathanamthitta is a grand annual spiritual celebration marking the divine reinstallation anniversary of the temple. The festival is conducted with highly auspicious rituals such as Sampoorna Kalabhabhishekam, Pushpabhishekam and Srimad Devi Bhagavatha Parayanam.

Aranmula, Pathanamthitta