ഗുരുവായൂര് ഉത്സവം 2026, തൃശ്ശൂരിലെ ഗുരുവായൂര് ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ക്ഷേത്രത്തില്, 28 ഫെബ്രുവരി മുതല് 09 മാര്ച്ച് 2026 വരെ പരമ്പരാഗത രിത്വകള്, പൂജകള്, സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികളോടൊപ്പം ആഘോഷിക്കും.
ഗുരുവായൂർ ഉത്സവം 2026 ഗുരുവായൂർ ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ക്ഷേത്രം തൃശൂർ | Guruvayur Utsavam 2026 Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple Thrissur
Guruvayur Utsavam is one of the most significant and vibrant annual festivals celebrated at the Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple in Thrissur, Kerala. Known as the “Dwarka of the South” this temple is a major pilgrimage center dedicated to Lord Krishna and attracts thousands of devotees from across India and abroad.
The festival is a spectacular blend of devotion, culture and tradition spanning several days with an array of religious ceremonies and cultural programs.
During the Utsavam, the temple premises come alive with colorful decorations, traditional lamps and flowers. Special poojas are conducted every day, including the famous Seeveli where the deity is taken around the temple in a grand procession accompanied by elephants, traditional percussion ensembles and chanting of devotional hymns. Devotees participate in the various rituals with great enthusiasm, offering prayers, flowers and prasadam to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna.
Apart from the religious ceremonies, Guruvayur Utsavam showcases Kerala’s rich cultural heritage through performances such as Kathakali, classical music concerts, Thayambaka and other traditional art forms. Annadanam or free community meals is organized during the festival feeding thousands of devotees and reflecting the temple’s spirit of generosity and devotion.
The festival also provides an opportunity for families and devotees to engage in spiritual practices including chanting of the Bhagavad Gita, bhajans and meditation sessions. The atmosphere of devotion combined with the grandeur of the rituals creates an unforgettable spiritual experience for visitors. Guruvayur Utsavam is not just a religious event but a celebration of Kerala’s tradition, culture, and community spirit making it a must visit for anyone seeking divine blessings and cultural immersion.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Nirmalyam & Abhishekam
• Ganapathi Homam
• Seeveli & Deity Procession
• Kathakali & Classical Music Performances
• Evening Aarti & Deeparadhana
• Shayana Pooja
• Special Bhajan & Chanting Sessions
• Flag Hoisting
• Aarattu Ceremony
Temple Location
📍 Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple, East Nada, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Guruvayur Town / East Nada – 0.2 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Guruvayur Private Bus Stand – 0.5 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Guruvayur Railway Station – 1 km / Thrissur Railway Station – 27 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 79 km
