Celebrate the spiritual vibrance of Pathanamthitta — sacred temple rituals,
traditional festivals, and colorful cultural heritage of Kerala
Pathanamthitta, known as the "Land of Pilgrimages and Rituals," is a district steeped in spiritual and cultural heritage. Its temple festivals are celebrated with deep devotion, featuring traditional rituals, vibrant processions, and classical art forms that reflect Kerala’s timeless traditions.
From the grand Sabarimala Makaravilakku, attracting millions of devotees, to the iconic Aranmula Uthrattathi Festival with its traditional boat races, and the sacred Pandalam Palace Vishu, Pathanamthitta’s festivals bring together devotion, music, and community celebrations.
Celebrated at Kurampala Puthenkavil Bhagavathi Vilasam, Pathanamthitta, these festivals feature sacred rituals, grand processions, traditional art forms, the week-long Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnam (April 12–18), and culminate with Medabharani Pongala on April 18.
The historic Kallelly Aditya Pongala at Sree Kallely Oorali Appooppan Kavu in Pathanamthitta is a grand festival celebrated with devotion and cultural vibrancy on Sunday, April 23, 2026. Key events include Aditya Pongala Offering, Special Poojas, Cultural Programs, and Procession & Aarattu.
The sacred 18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam at Sree Bhadra Devi Temple, Ullannur, Pathanamthitta, Kerala is a highly devotional event conducted from April 8 to 14, 2026.
The sacred Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam at Manneera Thalamanam Sree Mahadevar Temple, Manneera, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 15 to 21, 2026, featuring devotional recitations, rituals, annadanam, and cultural programmes.
The sacred Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam at Elamannoor Sree Narayanapuram Mahavishnu Temple, Elamannoor, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 15 to 22, 2026, featuring daily Bhagavata Parayanam, Vishnu Sahasranama Japam, Harinama Keerthanam, yajnam rituals, and spiritual discourses.
The sacred Pathamudaya Mahotsavam at Mayayakshikkavu Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple, Ilampallil – Payyanalloor, Adoor, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be held from April 21 to 23, 2026, featuring Community Pongala, Kettutsavam, Deeparadhana, Bhagavatha Parayanam, and vibrant cultural programs including dance, music, and devotional performances.
The sacred Medabharani Mahotsavam at Sree Thazhoor Bhagavathy Temple, Vazhamuttom, Vallicode, Pathanamthitta, Kerala will be celebrated on April 18, 2026 (Saturday, 9:30 PM onwards) marking a divine occasion after temple renovation. The festival features the special Vilakku Anpoli Samarpanam , Devi Poojas, Deeparadhana, and devotional cultural programs with traditional Kerala rituals and spiritual gatherings.
The sacred Vishu Mahotsavam at Ulanadu Sree Krishna Swami Temple, Ulanadu, Pandalam, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689503 will be celebrated on April 15, 2026 (Wednesday from 5:30 AM onwards). The festival includes auspicious Vishukkani Darshanam, Vishukkaineettam distribution, Vishukkani Kanji & Annaprasadam, and Pushpabhishekam, attracting thousands of devotees for blessings and traditional Kerala New Year celebrations.