2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 21 മുതൽ 25 വരെ തിരു ആയർക്കാട് മഹാവിഷ്ണു ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ നടത്തപ്പെടുന്ന രോഹിണി മഹോത്സവത്തിൽ പുണ്യകാർമികങ്ങൾ, കലാപരിപാടികൾ, ഭക്തിപരിപാടികൾ എന്നിവ നടക്കുന്നു.
രോഹിണി മഹോത്സവം 2026 തിരു ആയർക്കാട് മഹാവിഷ്ണു ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Rohini Mahotsavam 2026 Thiru Ayarkkad Maha Vishnu Kshetram Kollam
Rohini Mahotsavam is one of the most sacred and eagerly anticipated festivals at Thiru Ayarkkad Maha Vishnu Kshetram in Kollam. Celebrated with deep devotion and grandeur, this annual festival is a vibrant blend of spiritual rituals, traditional customs and cultural performances that bring together devotees from across the region.
The festival spans several days during which the temple comes alive with the divine presence of Lord Vishnu and a series of meticulously performed rituals that are believed to enhance the spiritual energy of the deity and the temple premises.
The festival begins with the purification of offerings and deities through Prasada Shuddhi Kriyas and Bimba Shuddhi Kriyas ensuring that all rituals are conducted in complete sanctity. The temple’s chief priest under whose guidance these ceremonies are performed leads the devotees through sacred recitations, homams, and poojas that highlight the rich Vedic traditions of the temple.
Special observances include Kalabhishekam, the ceremonial bathing of the deity and the annual Punar-Pratishta Varshikam, which re-consecrates the divine idol thereby reinforcing the temple’s spiritual vibrations.
Cultural programs form an integral part of the festival offering devotees a chance to witness traditional music, dance and folk performances that celebrate the local heritage. The festival also features processions such as Kettukazhcha where beautifully decorated effigies are paraded creating a magnificent spectacle. Devotees actively participate in recitations of sacred texts, such as Bhagavata Parayanam and evening Deeparadhana rituals that fill the temple with devotional fervor.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 5:15 AM – Nirmalyam (Temple opening & purification)
• 5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
• 6:00 AM – Usha Pooja
• 5:00 PM – Prasada Shuddhi Kriyas (Purification of offerings)
• 6:45 PM – Deeparadhana (Evening lamp worship)
22-02-2026 (Sunday) – 1201 Kumbham 10
• 5:15 AM – Nirmalyam
• 5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
• 6:00 AM – Usha Pooja
• 6:15 AM – Bimba Shuddhi Kriyas (Idol purification)
• 7:00 AM – Annual Re-consecration Poojas (Punar-Pratishta Varshikam)
• 8:00 AM – Palpayasam Distribution (Milk pudding offering)
• 6:30 PM – Akhanda Nama Japayajnam (Continuous chanting)
• 6:45 PM – Deeparadhana
• 5:15 AM – Nirmalyam
• 5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
• 6:00 AM – Usha Pooja
• 8:00 AM – Bhagavata Geethanjali
• 5:45 PM – Kaikottikkali
• 6:45 PM – Deeparadhana
• 8:30 PM – Natakam: Sree Guruvayurappan & Bhaktakavi Poontanam ATHULYA
25-02-2026 (Wednesday) – 1201 Kumbham 13
• 5:15 AM – Nirmalyam
• 5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
• 6:00 AM – Usha Pooja
• 7:30 AM – Kalabhishekam
• 8:00 AM onwards – Bhagavata Parayanam – Kuzhimattikkadu Mani & Party
• 8:30 AM – Tula Bharam & Temple Offerings
• 4:00 PM – Kettukazhcha
• 5:30 PM – Kaikottikkali – Sreepadam, Koyivila
• 6:45 PM – Aarattu & Vilakku
• 8:30 PM – Deeparadhana
• 9:00 PM – Drama: Vartha – Ambalappuzha Aksharajwala
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
📍 Thiru Ayarkkad Maha Vishnu Kshetram, Kareepra, Kuzhimathikad, Kerala 691509.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kareepra – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kareepra Bus Stop – 0.5 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 105 Km
Contact
📞 +91 93873 10618, +91 86060 37899
