2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 16 മുതൽ 22 വരെ തിരുവനന്തപുരം വർക്കലയിലെ ഇടപ്പറമ്പ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ അശ്വതി തിരുനാൾ മഹോത്സവം ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു, ഇതിൽ പാരമ്പര്യ പൂജകൾ, തോറ്റംപാട്ട്, പഞ്ചവാദ്യം, കഥകളി, കലാപരിപാടികൾ എന്നിവ ഉൾപ്പെടുന്നു.
അശ്വതി തിരുനാൾ മഹോത്സവം 2026 ഇടപ്പറമ്പ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Aswathi Thirunal Mahotsavam 2026 Edapparambu Bhagavathi Temple Trivandrum
The Aswathi Thirunal Mahotsavam 2026 at Edapparambu Bhagavathi Temple in Varkala, Trivandrum is one of the most celebrated temple festivals in Kerala, drawing devotees from across the state and beyond.
The festival begins each morning with the traditional Nadathurappu and Abhishekam followed by Usha Pooja and Ganapathi Homam where devotees offer prayers and special offerings for the well being of their families and communities.
A key highlight of the Mahotsavam is the Bhagavatha Parayanam, where sacred texts are recited accompanied by devotional music and the Thottampattu, a unique ritual song performed to honor the Goddess. The festival also features the mesmerizing Panchavadyam, a traditional orchestra of five instruments, and spectacular Kathakali performances presenting episodes from the epics with intricate facial expressions, gestures and storytelling. In the evenings, devotees participate in Deepa Aradhana and Vilakku ceremonies creating a spiritual ambiance throughout the temple premises.
The festival also includes Arattu, the ceremonial procession and holy bath of the deity along with special cultural performances, traditional dance and music programs which are attended by large gatherings of devotees and tourists alike. Food offerings like Annadanam and community feasts add to the festive spirit while flower decorations ritualistic abhishekams and special commemorations for devotees loved ones enhance the sanctity of the celebration.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Nadathurappu (Opening Ceremony) & Abhishekam – 5:00 AM
• Usha Pooja – 6:00 AM
• Ganapathi Homam – 6:30 AM
• Bhagavatha Parayanam – 8:00 AM
• Madhyahna Pooja – 11:00 AM
• Evening Nadathurappu & Music Session – 5:30 PM
• Deepa Aradhana – 6:30 PM
• Thottampattu – 7:00 PM
• Vilakku & Pushpalankaram – 8:00 PM
• Evening Natakam / Cultural Program – 8:15 PM
17-02-2026 (Tuesday) – Kumbham 05
• Nadathurappu & Abhishekam – 5:00 AM
• Usha Pooja – 6:00 AM
• Ganapathi Homam – 6:30 AM
• Bhagavatha Parayanam – 8:00 AM
• Madhyahna Pooja – 11:00 AM
• Evening Nadathurappu – 5:00 PM
• Thottampattu – 5:30 PM
• Deepa Aradhana – 6:30 PM
• Vilakku – 8:00 PM
• Music / Cultural Program – 8:15 PM
19-02-2026 (Thursday) – Kumbham 07
• Nadathurappu & Abhishekam – 5:00 AM
• Usha Pooja – 6:00 AM
• Ganapathi Homam – 6:30 AM
• Bhagavatha Parayanam – 8:00 AM
• Thottampattu – 8:30 AM
• Madhyahna Pooja – 11:00 AM
• Evening Nadathurappu – 5:00 PM
• Thottampattu – 5:30 PM
• Deepa Aradhana – 6:30 PM
• Vilakku – 8:00 PM
• Evening Music Program (Kottayam Mega Beats) – 8:15 PM
• Nadathurappu – 5:00 AM
• Panchavadyam – 6:30 AM
• Deepa Aradhana – 6:30 PM
• Educational Award & Charity Aid – 7:30 PM
• Vilakku – 8:00 PM
• Kathakali Performance (Bali Vadham) – 8:15 PM
22-02-2026 (Sunday) – Kumbham 10
• Nadathurappu, Palliyunarthal & Abhishekam – 5:00 AM
• Usha Pooja – 6:00 AM
• Ganapathi Homam – 6:30 AM
• Kalasam, Pushpabhishekam, Kunkumaabhishekam, Kalabhishekam, Bhasmabhishekam, Poomudalu – 6:45 AM
• Bhagavatha Parayanam – 8:00 AM
• Urul (Children’s Drum) & Tulaabharam – 8:00–8:15 AM
• Prabhatabhakshanam (Morning Meal) – 8:30 AM
• Nirapara Offering – 9:00 AM
• Thottampattu – 9:30 AM
• Arattu (Holy Bath of Deity) – 3:30 PM
• Ottanthullal – 5:45 PM
• Deepa Aradhana – 6:15 PM
• Vilakku & Gurusi – 8:00 PM
• Drama – Pakale Maranjirunnoral – 8:30 PM
• Pushpalankaram & Ritual Abhishekams – Throughout the day
27-02-2026 (Friday) – Kumbham 15
• Mahaganapathi Homam – Morning
• Kodimara Ghoshayatra, Kalasham, Kalasha Pooja & Panchavadyam – 7:30 AM
• Thrikodiyettu (Flag Hoisting) & Kalasha Abhishekam – 9:30 AM to 10:20 AM
• Kaappukettu & Kudiyiruthal for the Goddess – 7:40 PM
• Thottampattu & Daily Temple Rituals – Continues every day
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
Edapparambu Bhagavathi Temple, Kurakkanni, Varkala, Kerala.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Varkala Town – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Varkala KSRTC Bus Stand – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Varkala Railway Station – 1.5 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 46 km
