Thiruvutsavam 2026 | Mavelikkara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha

The Thiruvutsavam 2026 at Mavelikkara Sree Krishna Temple in Alappuzha is an annual 10 days festival held during March or April (Meenam), offering a blend of traditional rituals and cultural performances.

ആലപ്പുഴയിലെ മാവേലിക്കര ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിലെ തിരുവുത്സവം 2026 മാർച്ച് അല്ലെങ്കിൽ ഏപ്രിൽ മാസങ്ങളിൽ (മീനം) പരമ്പരാഗത ആചാരങ്ങളുടെയും സാംസ്കാരിക പ്രകടനങ്ങളുടെയും സമന്വയം വാഗ്ദാനം ചെയ്യുന്ന 10 ദിവസത്തെ ഉത്സവമാണ്.

തിരുവുത്സവം 2026 | മാവേലിക്കര ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ക്ഷേത്രം ആലപ്പുഴ | Thiruvutsavam 2026 | Mavelikkara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha

The holy and ancient Sri Krishna Swami Temple is at the heart of Mavelikara town and it faces towards the east. The main deity of this temple is Lord Sree Krishna with both hands stretched out for butter. Centuries ago, this temple belonged to the Idaserry Family. Thiruvutsavam Mavelikkara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha Kerala It is now managed and owned by the Travancore Devaswom Board. The temple is known for the ritualistic Vakacharthu which otherwise takes place only at the Sree Krishna Temple in Guruvayur. The shrine is also known for the custom of parading Lord Krishna on Garuda Vahana. The festival in Meenam is celebrated to pay obeisance to the Lord and seek his blessings.

Thiruvutsavam 2026 | Mavelikkara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha

The temple celebrates festival in the month of Meenam i.e. during the months of March - April for 10 days. There is a flag hoisting ceremony to mark the beginning of the festival During these days several traditional rituals are observed The shrine is traditionally decorated with plantain, coconut leaves, flowers, traditional lamps and lights. There are special poojas, offerings and Annadanam during the festival. Traditional performing arts, music and dance are staged during the period. Caparisoned elephants, melam, fireworks and sheevali are part of the festival. The main offering during the festival is the Dasavatharacharthu. The Arattu ceremony attracts thousands of devotees. The utsava murti of the deity is taken for ritual purification by water on the day.

EVENTS/PROGRAMS

• Flag Hoisting
• Utsavabali
• Koodi Ezhunallathu
• Annadanam
• Kathakali
• Dasavatharacharthu
• Arattu
• Cultural Programs
• Percussion Music

Temple Location

📍 Mavelikara Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, Travancore Devaswom Board, Mavelikara, Alappuzha - 690101, Kerala.

Accessibility

🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Mavelikkara Town - 1.300 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kayamkulam Bus Station - 8.5 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station - 9 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport - 112 Km

CONTACT

📞 +91 479 2302 702

🌐 www.sreekrishnaswamitemple.com



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