തലക്കോട് താലിപ്പാറ ശ്രീ കരിക്കലക്കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ കുംഭ ഭരണി മഹോത്സവം 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 22, 23-ന് നടത്തപ്പെടും, പരമ്പരാഗത പൂജകൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികൾ, ഘോഷയാത്രകൾ, നാട്ടോടന്പാട്ട് എന്നിവയോടെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
കുംഭ ഭരണി മഹോത്സവം 2026 തലിപ്പാറ ശ്രീ കരിക്കലക്കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം എറണാകുളം | Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam 2026 Thalippara Sree Karikkalakkavu Bhagavathi Temple Ernakulam
The Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam at Thalippara Sree Karikkalakkavu Bhagavathi Temple is one of the most vibrant and spiritually enriching festivals in the Ernakulam district attracting devotees and cultural enthusiasts from across Kerala.
This grand celebration is dedicated to the worship of the Goddess Bhagavathi revered for her protective and benevolent powers. The festival creates a unique blend of devotion, tradition and art offering a captivating experience for all visitors.
The festivities begin with Ganapathi Homam, an auspicious ritual invoking Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and bless the devotees. This is followed by the Sarvaishwarya Pooja, a special offering for prosperity, well being and spiritual upliftment. Devotees also participate in the Pongala, a ritualistic offering prepared by women, which adds a deeply devotional and communal spirit to the festival. Prasada distribution ensures that all devotees partake in the sanctified offerings of the temple.
A hallmark of the festival is its rich cultural programs. Kalamezhuthu and devotional singing bring alive the traditional artistry and spiritual storytelling unique to Kerala. Children’s cultural events encourage young talent to engage with their heritage through music, dance and folk performances. The festival also features grand processions, where the deity is taken through decorated streets accompanied by traditional percussion instruments creating a vibrant spectacle of faith and festivity.
The evening programs often include a folk mega show highlighting the region’s folk music and performing arts which entertains and educates audiences about Kerala’s cultural legacy. The celebrations culminate with fireworks adding a visual spectacle to the devotional fervor. The Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam at Thalippara Sree Karikkalakkavu Bhagavathi Temple is not only a religious observance but also a remarkable cultural experience that fosters community participation, devotion and the preservation of Kerala’s traditional art forms.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Ganapathi Homam
• Sarvaishwarya Pooja
• Prasada Oottu
• Pongala Offering
• Kalamezhuthu & Pattu
• Folk Music Mega Show – Akhara Nadanpattu
• Children’s Cultural Programs
• Thalapoli Procession with Traditional Drums
• Fireworks Display
Temple Location
📍 Thalippara Sree Karikkalakkavu Bhagavathi Temple, Thalakode, Kerala 686693.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Thalakode – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Thalakode Bus Stop – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Aluva Railway Station – 40 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 45 km
