2026 മാർച്ച് 20 മുതൽ 22 വരെ കണ്ണൂര് മണിയത്ത് ശ്രീ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ വേദി തിറ, വെള്ളാട്ടം ചടങ്ങുകൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക ഉത്സവങ്ങൾ എന്നിവ ഉൾപ്പെടുന്ന ഭംഗിയുള്ള തിര മഹോത്സവം ആചരിക്കപ്പെടും.
തിറ മഹോത്സവം 2026 മണിയത്ത് ശ്രീ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം കണ്ണൂര് | Thira Mahotsavam 2026 Maniyath Sree Bhagavathi Temple Kannur
The Thira Mahotsavam at Maniyath Sree Bhagavathi Temple, Kannur is one of the most vibrant and culturally rich temple festivals in Kerala. Celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm, this festival is a spectacular display of traditional rituals, folk art and community participation.
The temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi becomes a hub of spiritual energy and cultural fervor during this annual event attracting devotees from across the district and neighboring regions.
The festival is marked by the grand Thira performances where elaborate effigies of the goddess and other deities are carried in processions accompanied by rhythmic drum beats and traditional music. These performances are a unique expression of devotion and folklore, blending ritualistic precision with artistic grandeur. The Vellattam, a ceremonial dance performed by devotees in vibrant costumes adds to the visual and spiritual spectacle, symbolizing the goddess’s divine presence among her devotees.
A key feature of the festival is the Kalasham procession where sacred pots filled with offerings are carried ceremoniously around the temple premises. Devotees actively participate in various homams and poojas including the Ganapathi Homam, Mrityunjaya Homam and other ritualistic offerings seeking blessings for prosperity, protection and spiritual well being. The temple premises are beautifully decorated with traditional lamps, flowers and rangoli style designs, creating an atmosphere of divine splendor.
In addition to the religious rituals, the festival includes cultural programs, music performances and communal feasts fostering a sense of unity and devotion among the community.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
March 20, 2026 – Friday
• Brahman Karumaarathu Homam
• Mrityunjaya Homam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Thanjaya Homam
• Those wishing to perform homams should provide name & star – contact 9947 105 122
YUVA Programs:
• 7:00 AM – Kalavara Filling & Procession
• 7:45 AM – Kodiyetam
• Evening – Music Night / Samanwaya
March 21, 2026 – Saturday
• Kutty Shasthappan Vellattam
• Chuttuvilakku
• Thampuratti and Ankkaran Vellattam
• Arrival of Motakalasham of Other Deities
• Kalasham Viewing
• After 12:00 midnight – Bappuran Thira
• 1 Gulikan Thira
• Followed by Kutty Shasthappan Thira at North side of Bhagavathi Elam Kol
March 22, 2026 – Sunday
• Morning – Ankkaran Ponmakan Karanavar
• 11:00 AM – Main Thira: Thampuratti’s Thirumudi Nivaral
During Festival Days:
• Prasada Sadya will be served
• Those wishing to perform Kalasham Viewing, Nercha Vellattam, and Thira should contact the committee in advance and register at the office
• Garland offerings for the deity available from Temple Committee Office
• 11:00 AM – Nivedya to Thampuratti & Vellattam to Bhagavathi
• Devotees’ Prasada Sadya
• 7:00 PM – Kutty Shasthappan, Guli Kanum & Puyya
• Every Friday – Puyya will be offered
Temple Location
📍 Maniyath Sree Bhagavathi Temple, Pinarayi, Kerala 670741.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/Landmark/Junction: Pinarayi Town – 2 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Pinarayi Bus Stop – 2 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Payyannur Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Kannur International Airport – 60 Km
Contact
📞 +91 99471 05122
