കുംഭ തിരുവാതിര മഹോത്സവം 2026 വഞ്ചിയൂർ ശ്രീ മഹാദേവ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ, തിരുവനന്തപുരം, ഭഗവാൻ ശിവനൊർപ്പിക്കുന്ന പ്രതിവർഷ മഹോത്സവമായി 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 25 മുതൽ 27 വരെ പ്രത്യേക പൂജകൾ, തിരുസ്നാനങ്ങൾ, എഴുന്നള്ളത്ത് ഘോഷയാത്ര, കലാപരിപാടികൾ എന്നിവയോടെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
കുംഭ തിരുവാതിര മഹോത്സവം 2026 വഞ്ചിയൂർ മഹാദേവ ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Kumbha Thiruvathira Mahotsavam 2026 Vanchiyoor Mahadeva Temple Trivandrum
The Kumbha Thiruvathira Mahotsavam 2026 at Vanchiyoor Sree Mahadeva Temple, Trivandrum is one of the most significant and vibrant annual festivals celebrated in Kerala dedicated to Lord Shiva. This festival is observed during the Malayalam month of Kumbham coinciding with the Thiruvathira star, and brings together thousands of devotees from across the region to participate in a series of sacred rituals and cultural events.
The festival holds immense spiritual significance as it commemorates the divine presence of Lord Shiva in his magnificent form and devotees believe that participating in the poojas and processions grants blessings, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
The three day festival scheduled for February 25 to 27, 2026 begins each morning with Nirmalya Darshan, Abhishekam and Usha Pooja followed by the recitation of sacred scriptures, Bhagavatha Parayanam and Ashtadravya Mahaganapati Homam. The afternoons feature Uchcha Pooja and the evenings are marked by the opening of the temple gates for Nadathurakkal, Deeparadhana and other traditional ceremonies.
One of the highlights of the festival is the grand Ezhunnallathu procession, which starts from the Vanchiyoor Sree Krishna Swami Temple and passes through nearby areas featuring elephants adorned with nettipattam, Panchavadyam, Chenda Melam, Nadaswaram and traditional dances like Padayani and Theyyam creating a vibrant display of Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.
Alongside the rituals, devotees are invited to participate in Thalappoli, Chamaya Vilakku and other ceremonial offerings and the festival also includes cultural performances, music concerts and community feast. The event is supported by numerous devotees who contribute for poojas, decorations and the construction of the Annadanam Mandapam, reflecting the spirit of devotion and community participation. The Kumbha Thiruvathira Mahotsavam at Vanchiyoor Mahadeva Temple not only showcases traditional religious practices but also strengthens social harmony and preserves Kerala’s sacred cultural heritage.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Morning – Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM – Usha Pooja & Nivedyam
• 10:30 AM – Ucha Pooja
• 6:30 PM – Deeparadhana
• 7:30 PM – Cultural / Temple Arts Programmes
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Daily Rituals
26-02-2026 (Thursday) – Kumbham 14
• Morning – Ganapathi Homam & Special Poojas
• 8:00 AM – Usha Pooja & Nivedyam
• 10:30 AM – Ucha Pooja
• 6:30 PM – Deeparadhana
• 7:00 PM – Ezhunnallathu & Panchavadyam
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Daily Rituals
27-02-2026 (Friday) – Kumbham 15
• Morning – Mahaganapathi Homam
• 7:30 AM – Kodimara Ghoshayatra, Kalasham, Kalasha Pooja & Panchavadyam
• 9:30 AM to 10:20 AM – Thrikodiyettu (Flag Hoisting) & Kalasha Abhishekam
• 6:30 PM – Deeparadhana
• 7:40 PM – Kaappukettu & Kudiyiruthal for the Goddess
• Night – Thottampattu & Daily Temple Rituals (Continues every day)
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
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Vanchiyoor Mahadeva Temple, Alamcode, Kerala 695601.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Alamcode Junction – 0.5 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Alamcode Bus Stop – 0.5 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station – 12 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 35 km
CONTACT
📞 B V Chandrababu ( President ): +91 94963 18964
K Suresh Kumar ( Secretary ) : +91 94476 55238
N Ramanandan Chettiar : +91 95676 00879
