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Alappuzha Festivals

Where backwaters meet vibrant temple traditions — snake boat races,
ancient rituals and coastal celebrations

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Alappuzha's Festival Soul

Alappuzha (Alleppey), known as the "Venice of the East," is not just about serene backwaters. The district comes alive with spectacular temple festivals, vibrant processions and the world-famous snake boat races that attract visitors from across the globe.

From the grand Neelamperoor Padayani to the sacred Mannarasala Ayilyam at the renowned snake temple, Alappuzha's festivals blend devotion, art and community spirit in unique ways.

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🎊 Major Festivals of Alappuzha

Akshaya Neyvilakku & Aarattu Mahotsavam 2026 at Sree Ananthasayaneswara Temple Muhamma Alappuzha Kerala Festival
Annual Festival Neyvilakku & Aarattu

Akshaya Neyvilakku and Aarattu Mahotsavam

The Akshaya Neyvilakku and Aarattu Mahotsavam at Sree Ananthasayaneswara Temple, Muhamma, Alappuzha is a sacred annual festival dedicated to Lord Ananthasayaneswara. The celebration begins with the auspicious Thrikodiyettu , followed by the divine Akshaya Neyvilakku ritual, where devotees offer ghee lamps for prosperity and spiritual upliftment. The festival also includes traditional Poojas and Cultural Programs, creating a vibrant devotional atmosphere.

Muhamma, Alappuzha
Ammankoda Mahotsavam 2026 at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple Alappuzha Kerala Festival
Ammankoda Ammankoda Mahotsavam

Ammankoda Mahotsavam 2026

The Ammankoda Mahotsavam 2026 at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple, Alappuzha is a divine annual festival dedicated to Goddess Parvathi Amman. The celebrations begin with the sacred Kalnattukarmam, followed by the powerful Ayilyam Pooja invoking divine blessings. The festival continues with important rituals like Kappukettu Ceremony, Agnikarakam Procession, Shakthikarakam, and the sacred Agnipravesham, ending with the holy Manjal Neerattu.

Vellakkinar, Alappuzha
Anpoli Areeppara 2026 at Mudavandoor Devi Temple Chennithala Alappuzha Kerala Festival
April 30, 2026 Anpoli Areeppara

Anpoli Areeppara 2026

The Anpoli Areeppara 2026 at Mudavandoor Devi Temple, Thripperumthura, Chennithala, Alappuzha is a sacred ritual dedicated to the Goddess, celebrated with deep devotion and traditional temple practices. The ceremony begins with preparatory rituals followed by the auspicious Chala Mukkoottu Anpoli, leading to the main Anpoli Areeppara ritual at 9:00 AM on April 30, 2026. Devotees gather in large numbers to witness the offerings, participate in prayers, and receive divine blessings, making it a spiritually enriching experience rooted in Kerala’s rich cultural traditions.

Chennithala, Alappuzha
Chaitra Pournami 2026 at Kumbalapally Sree Varahi Devi Temple Alappuzha Kerala Festival
May 1, 2026 Chaitra Pournami

Chaitra Pournami 2026

The sacred Chaitra Pournami (Chithra Pournami) 2026 at Kumbalapally Sree Varahi Devi Temple, Alappuzha is a highly auspicious full moon festival dedicated to Goddess Varahi Devi. The day is marked with powerful rituals including Navagraha Shanti Homam, Swayamvara Homam, and special Chaitra Pournami Poojas, performed on May 1, 2026. Devotees gather to seek blessings for prosperity, protection, and spiritual upliftment.

Cherthala, Alappuzha
Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam 2026 at Kannukulangara Sri Mahavishnu Temple Eramalloor Alappuzha Kerala Festival
May 3 - May 10, 2026 Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam

Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam 2026

The sacred Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam 2026 at Kannukulangara Sri Mahavishnu Temple, Eramalloor, Ezhupunna, Alappuzha is a divine seven-day spiritual event dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The yajnam includes continuous Bhagavatha Parayanam, Vishnu Sahasranama Japam, devotional bhajans, and daily Annadanam, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere for devotees.

Eramalloor, Alappuzha
63rd Sree Ghoshalakrishna Vigraha Labdhi Smaraka Maha Yajnam and Thiruvanvandoor Gajamela 2026 at Thiruvanvandoor Mahavishnu Temple Alappuzha Kerala Festival
May 2026 Maha Yajnam & Gajamela

63rd Maha Yajnam and Thiruvanvandoor Gajamela 2026

The grand 63rd Sree Ghoshalakrishna Vigraha Labdhi Smaraka Maha Yajnam 2026 and Thiruvanvandoor Gajamela at Thiruvanvandoor Mahakshetram Sree Mahavishnu Temple, Thiruvanvandoor, Kerala is a sacred temple festival featuring powerful Vedic rituals, continuous Sapthaham and divine offerings.

Thiruvanvandoor, Alappuzha
Prathishta Varshikam and Sree Parvathy Devi Pongala Samarpanam 2026 at Thalickal Sree Mahadeva Temple Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
May 18 to 20 2026 Prathishta & Pongala

Prathishta Varshikam & Pongala Samarpanam 2026

The sacred Prathishta Varshikam and Sree Parvathy Devi Pongala Samarpanam 2026 at Thalickal Sree Mahadeva Temple, Kottackkakom, Pallippad, Alappuzha, Kerala is a divine annual temple festival featuring traditional rituals, homams, and powerful devotional offerings. The festival includes sacred ceremonies like Ganapathi Homam, Kalasha Pooja, and special purification rituals that enhance the spiritual energy of the temple.

Pallippad, Alappuzha
5th Ethirelppu and Shankholi 2026 at Thripavoor Sree Mahavishnu Temple Mannar Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
2026 Ethirelppu and Shankholi

5th Ethirelppu & Shankholi 2026

The sacred 5th Ethirelppu and Shankholi 2026 at Thripavoor Sree Mahavishnu Temple, Pavukkara, Mannar, Alappuzha, Kerala 689622 is a divine temple celebration organized by the local devotees and Thripavoor Youth Association. The festival features powerful rituals such as the Ethirelppu ceremony, where the deity is traditionally received with devotion, and the Shankholi ritual, where the sacred conch sound fills the temple atmosphere with spiritual energy and positivity.

Mannar, Alappuzha
Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026 at Nangiarkulangara Sree Krishna Swamy Temple Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
May 8 - May 14, 2026 Bhagavatha Saptaham

Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026

The sacred Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026 at Nangiarkulangara Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, Nangiarkulangara, Alappuzha, Kerala 690513 is a deeply spiritual seven-day festival dedicated to Lord Krishna. The event features Bhagavatha Parayanam, the continuous recitation of the holy Srimad Bhagavatam, along with the powerful Akhanda Nama Yajnam.

Nangiarkulangara, Alappuzha
Punahprathista Varshikam 2026 at Veruvally Bhagam Mannadikkavu Vanadurga Bhagavathy Temple Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
May 25, 2026 Punahprathista Varshikam

Punahprathista Varshikam 2026

The sacred Punahprathista Varshikam 2026 at Veruvally Bhagam Mannadikkavu Vanadurga Bhagavathy Temple, Kareelakulangara, Alappuzha, Kerala 690502 is a spiritually significant annual celebration dedicated to Vanadurga Bhagavathy. The festival includes Maha Ganapathi Homam, Special Poojas, Kalasha Poojas, Deeparadhana, and a grand Annadanam for devotees and visitors.

Kareelakulangara, Alappuzha
Maha Mrityunjaya Homam and Maha Sudarshana Homam 2026 at Lekshmi Narayana Temple Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
May 16 & 17, 2026 Homam Festival

Maha Mrityunjaya Homam & Maha Sudarshana Homam 2026

The sacred Maha Mrityunjaya Homam and Maha Sudarshana Homam 2026 at Lekshmi Narayana Temple, Kanjikuzhy, Ward 1, Mannanchery, Alappuzha, Kerala 688522 is a spiritually significant celebration featuring Ganapathi Homam, Maha Mrityunjaya Homam, Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam, Maha Sudarshana Homam, Naranga Vilakku Pooja, Bhagavathi Seva, Neyvilakku Archana, and the sacred Valiya Guruthi ritual for divine blessings and spiritual protection.

Mannanchery, Alappuzha
Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026 at Thuravoor Maha Temple Alappuzha Kerala Temple Festival
May 10 - 17, 2026 Bhagavatha Yajnam

Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026

The sacred Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026 at Thuravoor Maha Temple, Thuravoor, Cherthala, Kerala 688532 is a spiritually significant Kerala temple festival featuring Bhadradeepa Prakashanam, Srimad Bhagavatha Parayanam, Deeparadhana, Vedic Yajnam rituals, devotional bhajans, spiritual discourses, and special poojas conducted by renowned Vedic acharyans for divine blessings, peace, and spiritual upliftment.

Thuravoor, Cherthala