2026 ജനുവരി 9-ന് തൃശ്ശൂരിലെ ചെറുകുന്ന് ശ്രീ ബാലസുബ്രഹ്മണ്യ സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വം കലരിച്ച കാവടി പ്രദർശനങ്ങളും ആലാപന പരിപാടികളും ഉൾപ്പെട്ട കാവടി മഹോത്സവം 2026 ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
കാവടി മഹോത്സവം 2026 ചെറുകുന്ന് ശ്രീ ബാലസുബ്രഹ്മണ്യ സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം തൃശൂർ | Kavadi Mahotsavam 2026 Cherukunnu Sri Balasubrahmanya Swami Temple Thrissur
The Kavadi Mahotsavam held at Cherukunnu Sri Balasubrahmanya Swami Temple in Thrissur is one of the most awaited religious and cultural festivals in the region, attracting devotees from across Kerala and beyond.
Celebrated annually in the Malayalam month of Makaram, this festival is dedicated to Lord Subrahmanya who is revered as the divine commander and protector. The event is marked by vibrant processions, traditional music and devotional fervor that fills the temple premises with a unique spiritual energy.
Central to the festival is the Kavadi procession where devotees carry elaborately decorated wooden or bamboo structures on their shoulders as an offering to the deity. Each Kavadi is adorned with flowers, peacock feathers and sacred symbols representing devotion, penance and gratitude.
The procession is accompanied by rhythmic beats from traditional percussion instruments and the piercing notes of the Nadaswaram creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that captivates both devotees and onlookers.
The festival also showcases the skill and dedication of local artists and cultural groups. Performances by traditional percussion ensembles and folk artists add grandeur to the celebrations blending spirituality with Kerala’s rich artistic heritage. Devotees often participate in fasting and prayers leading up to the main day, seeking blessings for prosperity, health and spiritual growth.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Kavadi Preparations and Decoration
• Bhajana and Devotional Singing
• Kavadi Procession
• Cultural Performances
• Special Poojas and Homams
Temple Location
📍 Cherukunnu Sri Balasubrahmanya Swami Temple, Cherukunnu, Puthur, Thrissur, Kerala 680014.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Cherukunnu / Puthur – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Puthur Bus Stop – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thrissur Railway Station – 18 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 55 km
Contact
📞 +91 80756 28911 (Nithin E.G )
+91 95395 91874 (Ajith Kumar)
+91 75598 09510 (Athul krishna )
