2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 11 മുതൽ 20 വരെ ആലപ്പുഴയിലെ തിരുവനന്തൂർ മഹാക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ ദേശദേവന്റെ തിരുവുത്സവം ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു, തൃക്കോടിയേറ്റ്, പള്ളിവേട്ട, തിരുആറാട്ട് എന്നിവയടങ്ങിയ കേരളത്തിന്റെ സമ്പന്നമായ ക്ഷേത്രസംസ്കാരങ്ങൾ പ്രദർശിപ്പിക്കുന്ന ഉത്സവം.
തിരുവുത്സവം 2026 തിരുവൻവണ്ടൂർ മഹാക്ഷേത്രം ആലപ്പുഴ | Thiruvutsavam 2026 Thiruvanvandoor Maha Kshetram Alappuzha
Thiruvutsavam 2026 at Thiruvanvandoor Maha Kshetram in Alappuzha is a grand annual festival celebrated with devotion, tradition, and cultural fervor. This festival dedicated to Deshadevan draws devotees from across Kerala and beyond, offering a unique blend of spiritual and cultural experiences. The temple comes alive with vibrant decorations, devotional music and a series of sacred rituals that highlight the rich heritage of Kerala’s temple traditions.
The festival begins with Thrikkodiyettam on February 11, 2026, symbolizing the official start of the celebrations. Throughout the festival, the temple conducts special poojas, offerings and prayers creating a spiritual atmosphere that attracts large gatherings of devotees. Artistic traditions are an integral part of the festival with performances such as Kathakali, classical music recitals and folk arts reflecting the cultural richness of the region.
A key highlight of the festival is the Pallivetta on February 19, 2026, a symbolic ritual representing the deity hunting evil forces. It is performed with traditional percussion instruments, processions and ceremonial grandeur creating an immersive experience for devotees. The festival concludes with the Thiruarattu on February 20, 2026 when the idol of Deshadevan is ceremonially taken to a sacred water body for a ritual bath marking the end of the celebrations.
Devotees also partake in Annadanam and evening devotional gatherings during the festival strengthening social and spiritual bonds. Thiruvutsavam is not just a religious observance but a celebration of Kerala’s heritage, devotion and community spirit offering visitors an unforgettable spiritual and cultural experience.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam & Harinama Keerthanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation
• 4:30 PM: Kodiyettu (Flag Hoisting Ceremony)
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Cultural Programs
February 12, 2026 (1201 Makaram 29) – Day 2 (Thursday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam & Harinama Keerthanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation – Sastha Vishnu Narayaneeya Samithi, Thiruvanvandoor
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Sopana Sangeetham – Shri Pradeep Kumar, Thiruvalla
• 8:30 PM: Bhakti Gana Sudha – Led by Shri Suresh, Thiruvalla
February 13, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 01) – Day 3 (Friday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam & Harinama Keerthanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation – Pampanaiyappan Narayaneeya Samithi
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Ottanthullal – Shri Thengamam Gopalakrishnan
• 9:00 PM: Bhakti Gana Mela – N. Jyothikrishnan & Team
February 14, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 02) – Day 4 (Saturday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Bhagavatha Parayanam
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Classical Dance Performance
February 15, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 03) – Day 5 (Sunday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Kathakali Performance
February 16, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 04) – Day 6 (Monday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Bhagavatha Parayanam
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Drama / Devotional Music Concert
February 17, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 05) – Day 7 (Tuesday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Panchavadyam & Cultural Programs
February 18, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 06) – Day 8 (Wednesday)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Bhagavatha Parayanam
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 7:30 PM: Bhajan Sandhya
February 19, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 07) – Day 9 (Thursday) – Pallivetta
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 5:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Narayaneeyam Recitation
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana & Deepakkazhcha
• 9:30 PM: Pallivetta Ceremony
February 20, 2026 (1201 Kumbham 08) – Day 10 (Friday) – Arattu
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyadarshanam
• 8:00 AM: Special Poojas
• 4:00 PM: Arattu Procession
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 10:00 PM: Thrikkodi Erakkam (Flag Lowering)
• 10:30 PM: Fireworks
Temple Location
📍 Thiruvanvandoor Maha Kshetram, Thiruvanvandoor, Kerala 689109.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/Landmark: Thiruvanvandoor – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Thiruvanvandoor Bus Stand – 1 Km
🚆 Nearest Railway Station: Haripad Railway Station – 8 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 110 Km
