2026 ലെ വേള മഹോത്സവം, തൃശൂർ ശ്രീ കുറുംബ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ, 20 മുതൽ 26 മാർച്ച് വരെ പരമ്പരാഗത കർമ്മങ്ങൾ, പഞ്ചവാദ്യം, മേളം പ്രകടനങ്ങൾ, മഹാസ്ഥലങ്ങളുടെ ആനയാത്രകൾ എന്നിവയ്ക്കൊപ്പം ആഘോഷിക്കും.
വേള മഹോത്സവം 2026 തൃശൂർ ശ്രീ കുറുംബ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം | Vela Mahotsavam 2026 Sree Kurumba Bagavathi Temple Thrissur
Vela Mahotsavam at Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple, Thrissur is one of the most vibrant and culturally rich temple festivals in Kerala. This festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm attracting devotees and visitors from across the region.
The festival is dedicated to Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi, the presiding deity of the temple and is marked by a series of elaborate rituals, traditional performances and colorful processions.
The celebrations begin with the ceremonial flag hoisting which signifies the formal commencement of the festival. Following this, the temple comes alive with the resonant sounds of Panchavadyam and Thimila, traditional Kerala percussion ensembles that create a mesmerizing atmosphere. Devotional rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, Kalasam and special poojas are performed daily to honor the deity and seek blessings for prosperity, health and well being.
A highlight of the festival is the grand procession of the deity accompanied by decorated elephants, traditional music and rhythmic Melam performances. Various cultural art forms including Thayambaka, Porattu Natakam and folk dances are also showcased reflecting the rich artistic heritage of Kerala. Devotees actively participate in these events, offering their prayers, performing rituals and contributing to the communal spirit of the festival.
The festival also features spectacular fireworks displays in the evenings illuminating the temple and its surroundings and adding to the celebratory mood. Special offerings including Pongala and prasadam distribution are arranged for devotees making it a spiritually fulfilling experience.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Flag Hoisting (Kodiyeattam) – 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
• Nadhaswaram Performance – 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
• Ezhuvattam Porattu Natakam Kali (Traditional Play) – 8:30 PM
23-03-2026 (Monday)
• Ganapathi Homam – 6:00 AM
• Shuddhikalasam & Special Poojas – 6:00 AM onwards at Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple
24-03-2026 (Tuesday)
• Pratishta Day Annual Ceremony & Special Poojas – 6:00 AM at Sree Poothakkode Shiva Temple
• Pongala Offering – 9:00 AM
• Prasadam Distribution – After Pongala
25-03-2026 (Wednesday)
• Valiya Kurayidal Ritual – 6:00 PM at Sree Poothakkode Shiva Temple
• Public Mahaganapathi Homam – 5:00 AM (under Brahmashree Kaimukku Mana Vasudevan Namboothiripad)
• Festival Processions from Kammanther, Kullakad, Chelakkadukunnu, Valakkara, Ariyasseri, Kozhikad & other regions – 8:00 AM onwards
• Vel Ceremony & Melam Performances – 3:30 PM
• Panchavadyam Performance – 4:30 PM
• Fireworks Display (Pakkal Karimaram Committee) – 9:00 PM
• Money Offering on Sword at Deshamandam – 9:30 PM
• Irattathayambaka (Dual Thayambaka) – 10:00 PM
27-03-2026 (Friday)
• Elephant Procession with Panchavadyam (Potivel Ceremony) – 1:00 AM
• Elephant & Horse Procession with Melam – 4:30 AM
• Fireworks & Festival Conclusion (Government Approved) – After 4:30 AM
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
📍 Sree Kurumba Bagavathi Temple, Thekkenada Road, Kodungallur, Kerala 680664.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kodungallur – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kodungallur KSRTC Bus Stand – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kodungallur Railway Station – 2 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 45 km
