Alongside Bhadrakali, the temple also reveres Lord Ayyappa and Lord Vishnu as sub-deities.Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings and guidance from Goddess Bhadrakali, who symbolizes strength, protection, and auspiciousness.
Lord Ayyappa and Lord Vishnu are also worshipped for their respective attributes and divine qualities.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navaratri Festival
Navaratri, meaning nine nights, is a major festival celebrated with fervor and devotion at the temple. It spans nine days and nights, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Bhadrakali. Each day of Navaratri is associated with different forms of the goddess, and special rituals, pujas, and cultural programs are organized. Devotees gather to seek the blessings of the goddess for protection, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika, celebrated in November-December, is a festival at Karkidathukavu Bhagavathy Temple in Thrissur. Devotees honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati by lighting lamps, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and bringing blessings and prosperity. It's a time of communal celebration and spiritual fervor.
Contact Address: KarkidathukavuBhagavathy Temple, A K G Nagar, Pathaxzhakkadu, Thrissur, Kerala