ചേഴുങ്ങനൂര് ശ്രീ മഹാദേവര് ക്ഷേത്രത്തില് തിരുആറാട്ട് മഹോത്സവം 2026 മാര്ച്ച് 18 മുതൽ 25 വരെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു, ദൈവിക തപസ്വി ചടങ്ങുകളും സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികളും പരമ്പരാഗത കേരള കലാരൂപങ്ങളും ഉൾപ്പെടെ.
തിരുആറാട്ട് മഹോത്സവം 2026 ചേഴുങ്ങനൂർ ശ്രീ മഹാദേവ് ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Thiruarattu Mahotsavam 2026 Chezhunganoor Sree Mahadeva Temple Trivandrum
Thiruarattu Mahotsavam is one of the most anticipated and vibrant festivals at the Chezhunganoor Sree Mahadeva Temple in Trivandrum celebrated with devotion, grandeur and a deep sense of cultural heritage.
The festival begins with early morning rituals and devotional prayers creating a serene and spiritually charged atmosphere. Key highlights include the Pushpabhishekam where the deity is adorned with fragrant flowers and the Pratyaksha Ganapathi Pooja accompanied by an elephant procession which adds grandeur and cultural significance. Each day of the festival features a variety of classical and folk art forms including Thiruvathirakali, Koikkottikali, Bharatanatyam and other classical dance performances that showcase Kerala’s rich artistic heritage.
Evening programs often include Nupuradhvani, traditional music recitals and Panchari Melam, a spectacular percussion ensemble that resonates throughout the temple premises creating an immersive cultural experience. The festival also hosts competitions such as Ramayana Parayanam and storytelling sessions that highlight sacred texts and legends associated with Lord Shiva.
Special rituals like Mahamrityunjaya Homam and Kunkumabhishekam offer devotees opportunities for spiritual purification and blessings. The final day marked by the Thiruarattu procession is the culmination of the festivities combining devotional chanting, ceremonial bathing of the deity and a grand community feast or Sadya.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM: Flag Hoisting
• 11:30 AM: Bhajan
• 5:00 PM: Bhajan
• 6:00 PM: Golden Holy Face Reception
• 7:00 PM: Flower Offering (Pushpabhishekam)
• 7:30 PM: Inauguration Function
• 9:00 PM: Semi-Classical Dance
19-03-2026 (Friday) – Day 2
• 5:30 AM: Special Ganapathi Puja
• 5:00 PM: Evening Bhajan
• 7:30 PM: Kaikottikali
• 8:00 PM: Bharatanatyam
• 8:30 PM: Thiruvathira and Kaikottikali
• 9:00 PM: Dance Drama
20-03-2026 (Saturday) – Day 3
• 8:30 AM: Direct Ganapathi Puja & Elephant Feeding
• 11:00 AM: Speech / Religious Discourse
• 7:30 PM: Thiruvathirakali
• 8:30 PM: Nupuradhwani (Dance Evening)
21-03-2026 (Sunday) – Day 4
• 11:00 AM: Naga Puja
• 5:00 PM: Ramayana Recitation Competition
• 7:30 PM: Thiruvathira and Kaikottikali
• 8:00 PM: Veereitihasam (Folk Song & Visual Presentation)
• 9:00 AM: Utsavabali Darshan
• 1:00 PM: Prasad Feast
• 7:30 PM: Thiruvathira and Kaikottikali
• 8:00 PM: Kathakali (Story: Dakshayagam)
23-03-2026 (Tuesday) – Day 6
• 9:30 AM: Mahamrityunjaya Homa
• 1:00 PM: Ottanthullal
• 7:30 PM: Thiruvathira and Kaikottikali
• 8:00 PM: Drama Performance
• 8:00 PM: Colorful Seva with Panchari Melam by Chottanikkara Sree Satyanarayana Marar and Team
24-03-2026 (Wednesday) – Day 7
• 11:00 AM: Kumkumabhishekam for the Goddess
• 7:30 PM: Thiruvathira and Kaikottikali
• 8:00 PM: Nrithanjali
• 9:30 PM: Pallivetta Procession with Special Nadhaswaram
25-03-2026 (Thursday) – Day 8 (Thiruarattu)
• 5:00 AM: Temple Doors Closed
• 6:00 AM: Nrithanjali
• 12:00 PM: Arattu Feast
• 4:00 PM: Social Shiva Sahasranamarchana
• 5:00 PM: Thiruarattu Procession
• 6:00 PM: Musical Concert
• 12:00 AM: Shayyapuja (Night Ritual)
Temple Location
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Chezhunganoor Sree Mahadeva Temple, Kunnathukal - Perumkadavila Rd, Kerala 695504.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kunnathukal – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kunnathukal Bus Stop – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Parassala Railway Station – 15 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 35 km
