വഞ്ചിയൂർ ശ്രീഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിലെ കുംഭ തിരുവാതിര മഹോത്സവം 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 27 മുതൽ മാർച്ച് 5 വരെ ആചരിക്കപ്പെടുന്ന ഈ ഉത്സവം പരമ്പരാഗത ക്ഷേത്രാചാരങ്ങളും ഭംഗിയാർന്ന ഘോഷയാത്രകളും വൈവിധ്യമാർന്ന സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികളും ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്നതാണ്.
കുംഭ തിരുവാതിര മഹോത്സവം 2026 വഞ്ചിയൂർ ശ്രീഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Kumbha Thiruvathira Mahotsavam 2026 Vanchiyoor Sree Bhagavathi Temple Trivandrum
Kumbha Thiruvathira Mahotsavam is one of the most important annual festivals celebrated at Vanchiyoor Sree Bhagavathi Temple in Thiruvananthapuram drawing thousands of devotees and art lovers from across Kerala.
Observed during the Malayalam month of Kumbham, this sacred festival is deeply rooted in age old temple traditions and reflects the spiritual and cultural heritage associated with Bhagavathi worship in the region.
The festival is marked by a harmonious blend of elaborate rituals, vibrant processions and classical as well as folk art performances. The ceremonial beginning of the celebrations is highlighted by auspicious poojas, homams and the traditional flag hoisting which spiritually sanctifies the temple premises and signals the commencement of the festive days. From this point onward, the temple atmosphere becomes spiritually charged with daily offerings, special poojas and devotional music dedicated to the presiding deity.
A major attraction of the festival is the grand procession that features richly decorated elephants, traditional percussion ensembles and sacred temple art forms. Rituals such as Thottampattu, Pushpabhishekam and special poojas dedicated to prosperity and well being form an integral part of the celebrations. Devotees participate in large numbers seeking blessings for health, harmony and fulfillment.
Cultural programs play a significant role during the festival with performances ranging from classical dance and Kathakali to contemporary stage shows. Renowned artists, musicians and performers grace the temple stage making the festival a vibrant platform for preserving and promoting Kerala’s artistic traditions. Annadanam, the offering of free meals to devotees reflects the temple’s emphasis on service and compassion.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 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
28-02-2026 (Saturday) – Kumbham 16
• Aiswarya Pooja – From 5:00 PM
• Pushpabhishekam – From 8:00 PM
• Classical Dance Performances by Chidambarapurnima, Vanchiyoor – 8:30 PM
01-03-2026 (Sunday) – Kumbham 17
• Ayilyam Oottu – 9:00 AM
• Annadanam (Free Feast) – From 11:30 AM
• Nadanatharangam (Dance Arangettam of Students) – From 8:00 PM
02-03-2026 (Monday) – Kumbham 18
• Special Temple Poojas & Rituals – Throughout the Day
• Cultural Programs – Evening
• Mega Show “Beats of Travancore” (Music, Dance & Comedy) – From 9:00 PM
• Performance by Leading Film & TV Artists with Orchestra Team
04-03-2026 (Wednesday) – Kumbham 20
• Special Temple Rituals – Morning & Evening
• Cultural and Devotional Programs – Night
05-03-2026 (Thursday) – Kumbham 21
• Kuthiyottam & Thalappoli Vilakku Procession – From 5:00 PM
• Grand Procession with Elephants, Percussion & Temple Art Forms – Arrival by 7:45 PM
• Ulsava Melam with Film & TV Comedy Stars – From 9:00 PM
• Kuruthi Tharpanam – 2:30 AM
• Nadakanal – Morning
• Thirumangalyam Charthal & Payasa Sadya – 9:05 PM
• Major Set Kathakali (Story: Balivanam) – From 9:30 PM
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
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Vanchiyoor Sree Bhagavathi Temple, Vanchiyoor, Alamcode, Kerala 695102.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Vanchiyoor Junction – 500 M
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Vanchiyoor Bus Stop – 500 M
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 3 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 6 km
CONTACT
📞 +91 99468 67694 (President – Shivaprasad Thriprasadam)
+91 85470 42668 (Secretary – Satheeshan Nair Kattuvila)
+91 94956 89550 (Treasurer – Baburaj R. Chamavila )
+91 80752 25730 (Vice President – Shyam Lal H. S. Bhavan)
+91 94463 74730 (Joint Secretary – Deepu R. Idavilakathu Veedu)
