The festival is marked by elaborate temple rituals, special poojas, abhishekams, and devotional offerings performed according to age-old customs. Devotees gather in large numbers to seek blessings for prosperity, harmony, and spiritual well-being. Cultural and traditional programs may also form part of the celebrations, enriching the festive atmosphere. Thiruvathira Thiruvutsavam reflects the rich temple heritage and spiritual traditions of Kerala, offering devotees a deeply divine experience through worship, rituals, and collective devotion during the festival period of 2025.
Thiruvathira Thiruvutsavam – 2025 | Mariyappalli Sree Mahadeva–Maha Vishnu Temple Kottayam
The Thiruvathira Thiruvutsavam at Mariyappally Sree Shiva–Parvathi Temple is a grand annual temple festival celebrated with deep devotion, traditional rituals, and rich cultural programs. Spanning from December 2025 to January 2026, the festival includes sacred ceremonies, special poojas, homams, artistic performances, processions, Pallivetta, and the grand Aarattu.
Festival Inauguration – 1st Utsavam
Date: December 24, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 12 – Pooruruttathi)
Morning & Evening:
Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam
Kulavazha Procession and Thalappoli (from Mariyappally)
Special Deeparadhana and Deepakazhcha
Evening Rituals:
Thrikodiyettu (Flag Hoisting)
Cultural Programs:
Theyyam (Dance Form)
Sopana Sangeetham
2nd Utsavam – Thiruvathira Day
Date: December 25, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 13 – Uthrittathi)
Morning: Puranaparayanam
Afternoon: Utsavabali Darshanam at Mahadeva Sannidhi
Evening:
Special Deeparadhana and Deepakazhcha
Thiruvathira Kali
Chakyar Koothu
3rd Utsavam
Date: December 26, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 14 – Ashwathi)
Morning: Puranaparayanam
Afternoon: Utsavabali Darshanam
Evening:
Special Deeparadhana
Thiruvathira Kali
Classical Music Concert featuring eminent artists
4th Utsavam
Date: December 27, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 15 – Bharani)
Morning: Puranaparayanam
Evening:
Special Deeparadhana
Ekadashi Vilakku
Vanchipattu
Dance Performances (Nritha Sandhya)
5th Utsavam
Date: December 28, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 16 – Karthika)
Morning: Puranaparayanam
Evening:
Special Deeparadhana
Mohiniyattam
Classical and Fusion Dance Performances
6th Utsavam
Date: December 29, 2025
(1201 Dhanu 17 – Rohini)
Morning: Narayaneeyam Recital
Afternoon: Utsavabali Darshanam at Maha Vishnu Sannidhi
Evening:
Kazhcha Sreebali
Special Deeparadhana
Pradosha Vilakku
Special Chenda Melam & Panchavadyam
Cultural Programs:
Thiruvathira Kali
Bhajan
7th Utsavam – Pallivetta
Date: January 2, 2026 (Friday)
(1201 Dhanu 18 – Makayiram)
Morning: Bhagavad Gita Parayanam
Afternoon: Utsavabali Darshanam
Evening:
Kazhcha Sreebali
Special Deeparadhana
Night:
Dance Drama “Kirata”
Pallivetta with Special Chenda Melam and Panchavadyam
8th Utsavam – Aarattu (Festival Conclusion)
Date: January 3, 2026 (Saturday)
(1201 Dhanu 19 – Thiruvathira)
Morning:
Ardra Darshanam
Puranaparayanam
Afternoon:
Maha Prasadam Oottu
Procession:
Aarattu Procession to Temple Tank
Evening:
Aarattu Ceremony
Aarattu Sadhya
Night Programs:
Aarattu Reception with Panchavadyam
Mayura Nritham
Thirumumbil Thiruvathira
Late Night:
Kodiyirakkam (Lowering of the Flag)
Festival Conclusion – Shubham
Significance
The Thiruvathira Thiruvutsavam beautifully blends Shaiva–Vaishnava worship, community participation, and Kerala’s classical art forms. The festival strengthens spiritual harmony and preserves traditional temple culture through rituals, music, dance, and collective devotion.
Temple Location
📍 Sree Mahadeva Temple, SH 1, Moolavattom, Nattakom, Kerala 686013
Contact
📞 099477 01424
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