വെഞ്ചേമ്പ് ശ്രീ മഹാവിഷ്ണു ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ 2026-ലെ മകരതിരുവോണ തിരുവുത്സവം ജനുവരി 9 മുതൽ 20 വരെ 12 ദിവസത്തെ വിശിഷ്ടമായ പൂജകളും അവതാരപൂജകളും സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികളും ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്ന ചടങ്ങുകളോടെ ആചരിക്കപ്പെടും.
മകര തിരുവോണ തിരുവുത്സവം 2026 വെഞ്ചേമ്പ് ശ്രീ മഹാവിഷ്ണു ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Makara Thiruvona Thiruvutsavam2026 Venchempu Sri Mahavishnu Temple Kollam
The Makara Thiruvona Thiruvutsavam 2026 at Venchempu Sri Mahavishnu Temple, Kollam is one of the most sacred and vibrant festivals in South Kerala celebrated from January 9 to January 20, 2026. This 12-day festival is devoted to Lord Mahavishnu, who is revered as the giver of all desires and the protector of dharma and attracts devotees from across the region to participate in the divine celebrations and rituals.
The Makara Thiruvona Thiruvutsavam 2026 at Venchempu Sri Mahavishnu Temple, Kollam, is one of the most sacred and vibrant festivals in South Kerala, celebrated from January 9 to January 20, 2026. This 12 day festival is devoted to Lord Mahavishnu, who is revered as the giver of all desires and the protector of dharma and attracts devotees from across the region to participate in the divine celebrations and rituals.
The festival begins with Nirmalya Darshanam early in the morning followed by the Maha Ganapathi Homam and Bhagavat Parayanam creating an atmosphere of devotion and spiritual energy throughout the temple premises. Each day of the festival commemorates one of Lord Vishnu’s avatars from Matsya Avatar to Kalki Avatar with special Avathara Darshanams, Avathara Poojas, Kalabhabhishekam and other sacred offerings performed under the guidance of Temple Tantri, Brahmashree Ramesh Bhanubhanu Pandarathil and Melshanthi, Sumesh Thirumeni.
The festival also includes Annadanam, where devotees offer food to hundreds of pilgrims, Deepa Aradhana and Kaikottikali in the evenings making it both a spiritual and cultural celebration. Devotees actively participate in these rituals, seeking blessings for health, prosperity, knowledge and liberation as described in the Puranas. The 12 day festival is also marked by the chanting of Vishnu Sahasranamam, mantra archana and other sacred observances that are believed to bring divine grace and remove obstacles in life.
The festival highlights the significance of Lord Vishnu’s divine incarnations Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Sri Rama, Balarama, Sri Krishna and Kalki each symbolizing the protection of dharma, eradication of evil, and guidance for devotees in every age. The Makara Thiruvona Thiruvutsavam is a time when devotees come together with family and community to experience spiritual rejuvenation, devotion and cultural heritage at this historic and sacred temple in Kollam.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Nirmalya Darshanam – Early morning viewing of the deity
• Ganapathi Homam – Conducted in the morning
• Narayaniya Parayanam – Daily devotional recitation by Venchempu Shri Mahadeva Narayaniya Parayana Samithi
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja – Evening rituals and worship
• Deepa Aradhana – Evening lamp offerings
• Devotional Offerings (Nivedyam) – Neypayasam offered by devotees
10/01/2026 (Saturday)
• Nirmalya Darshanam – Early morning viewing of the deity
• Ganapathi Homam – Morning rituals
• Bhagavat Parayanam – Daily readings
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja – Evening worship
• Deepa Aradhana – Evening lamp offerings
• Devotional Offerings – Thrimadhuram
• Special Ritual – Techi Flower & Bhagyasooktham Mantra Archana
11/01/2026 (Sunday)
• Nirmalya Darshanam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavat Parayanam
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja
• Deepa Aradhana
• Devotional Offerings – Unniyappam
• Special Ritual – Tulasi & Varaha Mantra Archana
12/01/2026 (Monday)
• Nirmalya Darshanam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavat Parayanam
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja
• Deepa Aradhana
• Devotional Offerings – Panakam & Techi Flower
• Special Ritual – Narasimha Mantra Archana
13/01/2026 (Tuesday)
• Nirmalya Darshanam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavat Parayanam
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja
• Deepa Aradhana
• Devotional Offerings – Banana & Flowers
• Special Ritual – Bhagyasooktham Mantra Archana
• Nirmalya Darshanam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavat Parayanam
• Avathara Darshanam & Avathara Pooja
• Deepa Aradhana
• Devotional Offerings – Aval (beaten rice)
• Special Ritual – Rama Tulasi & Rajagopala Mantra Archana
25/01/2026 (Sunday)
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavatam Parayanam
• Vishnu Sahasranama Chanting
• Morning Prasadam
• Afternoon Annadanam
• Evening Geetha Parayanam and Lalitha Sahasranama Chanting
26/01/2026 (Monday)
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavatam Parayanam
• Vishnu Sahasranama Chanting
• Morning Prasadam Distribution
• Afternoon Annadanam
• Evening Devotional Discourses and Deepaaradhana
27/01/2026 (Tuesday)
• Ganapathi Homam
• Bhagavatam Parayanam
• Vishnu Sahasranama Chanting
• Morning Prasadam
• Afternoon Annadanam
• Cultural Programs – Ottanthullal, Story Recitals, Classical Music & Dance Performances
• Evening Deepaaradhana
28/01/2026 (Wednesday)
• Community Pongala – Devotees offer sweet rice porridge
• Processions – Devotees and ceremonial decorations
• Cultural Programs – Bharatanatyam, Semi-Classical Dances, and Bhajans
• Evening Annadanam and Deepaaradhana
29/01/2026 (Thursday)
• Community Pongala – Morning offerings
• Bhagavatam Parayanam
• Panchagavya Navakakalshe Pooja – Special rituals
• Cultural Programs and Devotional Music
• Grand Procession – Concluding rituals
• Evening Annadanam and Deepaaradhana
Temple Location
📍 Venchempu Sri Mahavishnu Temple, Kokkadu Mathra Road, Venchempu, Kerala 691333.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Venchempu – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Venchempu Bus Stop – 1 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kollam Junction Railway Station – 25 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 82 Km
Contact
📞 Temple Contact: +91 94460 12345
President: +91 94009 50818
Vice President: +91 94468 16295
Secretary: +91 97474 97320
Joint Secretary: +91 96454 53573
Treasurer: +91 94461 09126
Joint Treasurer: +91 94959 41740
