Kaliyatta Mahotsavam 2026 | Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple Kozhikode

കൊല്ലം ശ്രീ പിഷാരികാവ് ക്ഷേത്രം, കോഴിക്കോട്യിൽ നടക്കുന്ന കാളിയാട്ട മഹോത്സവം 2026 മാർച്ച് 27 മുതൽ ഏപ്രിൽ 3, 2026 വരെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു, ഇതിൽ പരമ്പരാഗത പൂജകൾ, ആന പ്രദക്ഷിണങ്ങൾ, ഭക്തിഗാനങ്ങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികൾ എന്നിവ ഉൾപ്പെടുന്നു.

കാളിയാട്ട മഹോത്സവം 2026 കൊല്ലം ശ്രീ പിഷാരികാവ് ക്ഷേത്രം കോഴിക്കോട് | Kaliyatta Mahotsavam 2026 Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple Kozhikode

The Kaliyatta Mahotsavam at Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple, Kasaragod is a vibrant and spiritually enriching festival dedicated to the revered Sree Pisharikavu Devi, the guardian of the land and protector of the devotees’ prosperity and sanctity. aattu Tharaavum Udaneshwara Temple Perdala kozhikode Kerala This grand celebration is a remarkable blend of devotion, tradition and cultural heritage drawing devotees from various regions to participate in its sacred rituals and festivities. The festival is marked by elaborate temple ceremonies including special poojas, abhishekams and lamp offerings creating a deeply spiritual ambiance within the temple precincts. The rituals are designed to foster love, unity, cooperation, social awareness and tolerance guiding devotees of different castes and religions toward secular harmony.

A key feature of the Mahotsavam is the rich display of Kerala’s traditional performing arts. Enthralling performances such as Chakyar Koothu, Ottanthullal, Thayambaka, Sopanam Music, Kelikkai, Kuzhal Patt, Kombu Patt, Pathakam and Nadaswaram fill the air with devotional fervor and artistic splendor. The festival also includes spectacular elephant processions adorned with netippattam, flag arches, muthukudams, aalavattam, venchamaram and ensembles of traditional percussion instruments, creating a majestic and immersive experience for devotees and visitors alike. In addition to performances, colorful and ritualistic spectacles such as Azhakolkali, Kumbhattam, Kavadiaattam, Thalappoli and herbal powder ceremonies add grandeur to the temple grounds. Devotees actively participate in processions, palanquin rituals and ceremonial dances transforming the temple into a living tableau of faith, unity and cultural vibrancy.

EVENTS/PROGRAMS

DAY 1 – March 27
• Morning: Palliyunarthal – Early morning, Entry into temple sanctum & Punyoaham, Flag hoisting, Morning pooja, Kavachashiveli procession
• 10:30 AM: Sopanam music performance
• Afternoon:Noon pooja
• Evening:Kavachashiveli & Deeparadhana
• 7:00 PM: Karimarunnu ritual
• 7:30 PM: Brahma Bhajans / Devotional music

DAY 2 – March 28
• Morning:Kavachashiveli
• 10:30 AM: Rudra Sangeetham / Bhajans
• Afternoon: Kavachashiveli
• Evening: Iratta Thayambaka, Musical night featuring renowned singers and instrumentalists

DAY 3 – March 30
Morning:Kavachashiveli
• 10:30 AM: Devotional discourse
• Afternoon: Kavachashiveli & Melam, Iratta Thayambaka performances
• Evening:Mega Music Night – band performances and playback singers

DAY 4 – March 31
• Morning:Kavachashiveli
• 10:30 AM: Narayaneeyam recitation
• Afternoon: Kavachashiveli
• Evening: Thayambaka performance, Devi Chandika Arad

DAY 5 – April 1
• Morning: Kavachashiveli, Melam led by prominent percussionist
• 10:30 AM: Music Archanai by Malhar School
• 4:00 PM: Pandimelam + Kavachashiveli, Iratta Thayambaka
• Evening:Sanchaari / Musical programs
• Night:Late night devotional show

DAY 6 – April 2 – Grand Lamp & Final Festival Day
• Morning: Kavachashiveli, Entry processions from nearby localities
• Afternoon (3:00 PM onwards):Various Ilanirkkula and ritual processions arrive
• Evening: Kavachashiveli, Lamp ceremonies & musical performances
• Night: Jay Music Band & devotional music

DAY 7 – April 3 – Maha Nandakam & Pandi Melam Procession
• Late Night (after 11:00 PM):Purrellippu with elephants adorned in golden netippattam, accompanied by expert percussion ensembles (two Pandi Melams) circling the temple.
• Rituals create a powerful and immersive spiritual atmosphere.
• Fireworks & Karimarunnu rituals
• Prasadam served early morning on both festival culmination days.

OFFERINGS

• Valiya Vattalam Guruthi – 4001.00
• Karukahomam – 70.00
• One Day Pooja – 6001.00
• Shiva Pooja – 70.00
• Chuttuvilakku (Surrounding lamp) – 6001.00
• Thaakol Pooja – 100.00
• Niramala – 6001.00
• Manjalpodi Adal – 50.00
• Thottam – 1001.00
• Thrikkala Pushpanjali – 50.00
• Deeparadhana – 750.00
• Ayyappan Ada – 50.00
• Shakteya Pooja – 400.00
• Ariyezhuthu – 150.00
• Shatru Samhara Homam – 300.00
• Raktha Pushpanjali – 30.00
• One Early Pooja – 250.00
• Vell Nivedyam – 30.00
• Satyam (with Techimala) – 150.00
• Pushpanjali – 20.00
• Cheriya Guruthi – 120.00
• Shiva Dhara – 10.00
• Swayamvara Pushpanjali – 120.00
• Kettunira – 20.00
• Mrityunjaya Homam – 100.00
• Ganapathi Homam (Ashtadravya) – 100.00
• Techimala – 10.00
• Bhagavati Seva – 300.00
• Nei Vilakku – 20.00
• Chorun – 150.00
• Kumkuma Archan – 20.00
• Chandanam Charttal – 100.00
• Malapoojaikal – 10.00
• Palpayasam (1 liter) – 250.00
• Palpayasam (1/2 liter) – 150.00
• Palpayasam (250 ml) – 100.00
• Neypayasam (1 liter) – 200.00
• Neypayasam (1/2 liter) – 100.00
• Neypayasam (250 ml) – 50.00
• Iratti Payasam – 80.00
• Kathina Payasam – 80.00
• Vehicle Pooja – 2 & 3 Wheeler: 100.00, 4 Wheeler: 200.00, Heavy Vehicle: 300.00
• Appam Vazhipadu – 70.00
Online Booking: www.pisharikavukollam.in

Temple Location

📍 Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple, Pisharikavu Rd, Anakkulam, Kollam, Koyilandy, Kerala 673307.

Accessibility

🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Koyilandy – 2 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Koyilandy KSRTC / Private Bus Stop – 2 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Koyilandy Railway Station – 2.5 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Calicut International Airport – 50 Km