Revered for its powerful presence, the temple is believed to be the dwelling place of Sree Bhadrakali, an incarnation of the primordial Adishakti, worshipped here as Kallikkattu Amma. With devotees experience her boundless compassion illuminating their hearts like an eternal lamp of mercy.
Kallikkadu Kavu Makara Bharani Mahotsavam 2026 | Sree Bhadrakali Temple Festival Kollam
Makara Bharani Mahotsavam for the Kollam Year 1201 is scheduled to be held on January 25, 26, and 27, 2026 (Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday), corresponding to Makaram 11, 12, and 13.
The festival will be conducted under the chief supervision of the temple Thantri, integrating Tantric and Kaulachara rituals, preserving the temple’s ancient spiritual traditions. Blessed by mythological sanctity and the abundant grace of nature, Kallikkadu Kavu has long been protected by visionary ancestors for the welfare, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment of the land. It is the collective responsibility of the present generation to safeguard this sacred grove without losing its original essence, ensuring well-being for future generations.Devotees firmly believe that Kallikkattu Amma, revered as the supreme embodiment of nature in Advaita philosophy, absorbs natural adversities to protect her devotees. Ritual offerings such as Poomudal, Guruthi, and Muttarukkal are believed to remove obstacles and fulfill sincere prayers, as affirmed by countless devotional experiences. The Kavu Protection Committee gratefully acknowledges all devotees who have extended financial and moral support for the temple’s renovation works and humbly invites the presence, cooperation, and blessings of all devotees for the Makara Bharani Mahotsavam, in the sacred name of Kallikkattu Amma.
Kallikkadu Kavu Makara Bharani Mahotsavam 2026 | Festival Schedule & Rituals
Kallikkadu Kavu Mahotsavam 2026 – Festival Schedule, Offerings & Temple Information
Kallikkadu Kavu Mahotsavam, celebrated on Makara Bharani, is a spiritually significant annual festival dedicated to Kallikkattamma (Bhadrakali). The three-day festival in January 2026 includes powerful homams, Devi Bhagavata Parayanam, Pongala, Guruthi, cultural programs, and traditional temple rituals, attracting devotees from across regions.
First Day – January 25, 2026 (Sunday)
Makaram 11 – Revathi
The festival begins early morning with Kavu Unarthal followed by Ganapathi Homam, Sukritha Homam, Devi Bhagavata Parayanam, and Navaka Abhishekam. Evening rituals include Nada Thurakkal, Revathi Vilakku, Deeparadhana, Madan Oottu, Yogeeshwara Seva, Bhasmabhishekam, Yakshiyamma Pooppada, concluding with Nada Adakkal.
Second Day – January 26, 2026 (Monday)
Makaram 12 – Ashwathi
Morning rituals consist of Aghora Homam, Mahakalikahomam, and Devi Bhagavata Parayanam, followed by Annadanam (free meal) at noon.
Evening features Samooha Naranga Vilakku, Kunkumabhishekam, Bhagavathi Seva, and a special classical dance presentation by Thiruvaikode Nritha Kalakshetra. The temple closes at night.
Third Day – January 27, 2026 (Tuesday)
Makaram 13 – Makara Bharani (Main Festival Day)
This is the most auspicious day, beginning with Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam, Maha Mrityunjaya Homam, and Trikala Bhagavathi Seva. Major rituals include Mahakalasha Abhishekam, Thampuran Pazhakkula Nivedyam, Samooha Pongala, Ashta Naga Pooja & Nagaroot, and Mahaguruthi for Kallikkattamma and 64 Parivara Devatas. The day concludes with Kazhcha Seeveli, Mangalaarathi, fireworks, and temple closure.
Special Offerings & Vazhipadu
Pongala, Muttarukkal (coconut breaking ritual) for various dosha remedies Guruthi, Padukka, Naranga Vilakku, Unniyappam Moodal, Pooppadal Detailed offerings for health, prosperity, marriage, education, business success, and dosha nivarana Annadanam & Donations. Devotees contribute generously by offering rice, groceries, vegetables, and sponsorships for Annadanam. Special acknowledgments are made to families and individuals offering one sack, half sack of rice, or oil offerings.
Temple Announcements
Pongala devotees must arrive before 9:20 AM on Makara Bharani day Pazhakkula offerings accepted from morning on Makara Bharani Annadanam materials must be submitted before 5:00 PM on January 25, 2026 Festival management is fully under the Kavu Samrakshana Samithi
Regular Pooja Timings
Monthly Pooja: First Sunday of every Malayalam month
Morning: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Evening: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Other days: Evening darshan only from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Cultural Programs & Arrangements
Chenda Melam: Akshay & Party, Pothencode
Sound & Lighting: Molly Sounds, Kallikkadu
As part of the third phase of temple renovation, devotees are requested to support the construction of the Nadappanthal through financial or material contributions and offer it at the divine feet of the Goddess. This Mahotsavam is a powerful blend of faith, tradition, devotion, and community participation, making Kallikkadu Kavu Makara Bharani a spiritually enriching experience for all devotees.
Temple Location
📍 Kallikkadu Sree Bhadrakali Kavu, Valiyavazhi, Kerala 691534
Contact
📱 Phone Number : +91 94975 93859
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