ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം 2026 ചാത്തന്നൂർ കൊല്ലത്തെ ശ്രീ ഭൂതനാഥ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ 2026 മാർച്ച് 24 മുതൽ ഏപ്രിൽ 2 വരെ വിവിധ ആചാരചടങ്ങുകളും സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികളും സമാപന ആറാട്ട് ഘോഷയാത്രയോടുകൂടി ആഘോഷിക്കുന്നു.
ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം 2026 ചാത്തന്നൂർ ശ്രീ ഭൂതനാഥ ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Desiya Mahotsavam 2026 Sree Bhoothanatha Temple Kollam
Desiya Mahotsavam 2026 at Sree Bhoothanatha Temple, Chathannoor, Kollam is a grand spiritual and cultural celebration that reflects the deep rooted traditions and devotional heritage of Kerala. The temple is widely revered for its antiquity, majestic presence, strict ritual practices and the powerful divine energy believed to reside in Sree Bhoothanatha.
Over the years, rituals such as Uthram and Arattu Atham have been conducted with great devotion attracting thousands of devotees who gather to witness and participate in these sacred ceremonies.
The year Atham 2026 is particularly significant as it symbolizes the realization of a long cherished dream of Bhoothanatha devotees making the festival even more special and meaningful. The celebrations commence with the auspicious Chandra Pongala on March 20, 2026 marking the beginning of a series of spiritually uplifting events. This is followed by the grand Thiruvabharana procession on March 23 where the sacred ornaments of the deity are carried in a magnificent procession accompanied by traditional percussion, cultural performances and vibrant visual displays.
The Kodiyettam ceremony on March 24, 2026 (Meenam 10), held between 10:15 AM and 11:00 AM officially marks the start of the main festival days. From this point onwards, the temple premises come alive with a variety of rituals, poojas and offerings performed with strict adherence to tradition. Devotees can also witness a wide range of cultural programs including Kathakali, classical dance performances, music concerts, Panchavadyam and Chenda Melam all of which add to the grandeur of the festival.
Community participation is a key highlight with Annadanam, devotional gatherings and special offerings taking place throughout the festival. Events like Makam Vilakku and Uthram Vilakku illuminate the temple with spiritual fervor and festive charm.
The festival concludes on April 2, 2026 (Meenam 19) with the grand Thiru Arattu, a majestic ritual procession featuring decorated elephants, traditional melam performances and stunning visual spectacles. This is followed by the Kodiyirakkam between 10:00 PM and 10:30 PM marking the formal end of the celebrations.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 12:00 AM – Chandra Pongala (Festival Begins)
• 12:15 AM – Pongala Rituals
• 06:00 PM – Vadukka Procession
• 06:30 PM – Music Offering
• 08:15 PM – Book Release
• 08:30 PM – Kathakali
21-03-2026 (Saturday) – 1201 Meenam 07
• 06:30 PM – Thiruvathira
• 07:30 PM – Dance Programs
22-03-2026 (Sunday) – 1201 Meenam 08
• 06:30 PM – Thiruvathira
• 07:30 PM – Cinematic & Semi-Classical Dance
23-03-2026 (Monday) – 1201 Meenam 09
• 04:00 PM – Thiruvabharana Procession
• 06:00 PM – Kaikottikali
• 07:00 PM – Mega Ganamela
• 10:00 PM – Althara Melam & Cherupooram
24-03-2026 (Tuesday) – 1201 Meenam 10
• 07:00 AM – Bhagavad Gita Satsang
• 10:15 AM – Kodiyettam (Flag Hoisting)
• 01:30 PM – Kodiyettam Sadya
• 06:00 PM – Sopana Sangeetham
• 06:30 PM – Spiritual Discourse
• 07:30 PM – Kathakali (Kuchela Vritham)
25-03-2026 (Wednesday) – 1201 Meenam 11
• 12:00 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Kampadikali
• 06:15 PM – Sopana Sangeetham
• 07:30 PM – Dance Programs
26-03-2026 (Thursday) – 1201 Meenam 12
• 08:00 AM – Narayaneeyam Recital
• 12:00 PM – Annadanam
• 06:15 PM – Kaikottikali
• 07:30 PM – Varnolsavam
• 06:00 PM – Kaikottikali
• 07:30 PM – Dance Program
28-03-2026 (Saturday) – 1201 Meenam 14
• 10:00 AM – Ulsava Bali
• 12:00 PM – Ulsava Bali Darshan
• 05:15 PM – Spiritual Discourse
• 06:15 PM – Sopana Sangeetham
• 07:00 PM – Dance Program
29-03-2026 (Sunday) – 1201 Meenam 15
• 10:00 AM – Ayilya Pooja
• 12:00 PM – Annadanam
• 06:15 PM – Sopana Sangeetham
• 06:30 PM – Kaikottikali
• 07:30 PM – Dance Drama
30-03-2026 (Monday) – 1201 Meenam 16
• 08:00 AM – Breakfast
• 12:00 PM – Annadanam
• 06:00 PM – Illumination & Vilakku
• 06:15 PM – Kaikottikali
• 06:30 PM – Udayada Samarpanam
• 07:00 PM – Layatharangam Musical Show
31-03-2026 (Tuesday) – 1201 Meenam 17
• 06:00 AM – Abhishekams
• 06:30 AM – Breakfast
• 06:00 PM – Poora Chamayam & Desavilakku
• 07:00 PM – Ganamela
01-04-2026 (Wednesday) – 1201 Meenam 18
• 08:00 AM – Breakfast
• 01:00 PM – Kaazhcha Seeveli & Nagaswaram
• 06:00 PM – Uthram Vilakku
• 07:00 PM – Panchari Melam
02-04-2026 (Thursday) – 1201 Meenam 19
• 04:30 PM – Arattu Procession
• 06:00 PM – Nedumkuthira Ezhunnallathu
• 10:00 PM – Thiru Arattu
• 10:30 PM – Kodiyirakkam
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
📍 Sree Bhoothanatha Temple, Kollam, Chathannoor, Kerala 691572.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Chathannoor Town – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Chathannoor Bus Stand – 1 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Paravur Railway Station – 10 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 70 Km
Contact
📞 Temple Contact : 0474 2595 828, +91 75598 66706
V. Vijayamohan (President) – +91 94466 61658
K. Unnikrishnan Pillai (Secretary) – +91 94462 46793
📧 sbntctor@gmail.com
