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Pathanamthitta Festivals

Celebrate the spiritual vibrance of Pathanamthitta — sacred temple rituals,
traditional festivals, and colorful cultural heritage of Kerala

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Pathanamthitta's Festival Spirit

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.

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🎊 Major Festivals of Pathanamthitta

Atha Mahotsavam Kurampala Temple
April 2 – 18, 2026 Temple Festival

Atha Mahotsavam, Srimad Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnam and Medabharani Pongala

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.

Kurampala, Pathanamthitta
Kallelly Aditya Pongala at Sree Kallely Oorali Appooppan Kavu, Pathanamthitta
April 23, 2026 Aditya Pongala

Kallelly Aditya Pongala

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.

Konni-Achankovil Road, Pathanamthitta
18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam at Sree Bhadra Devi Temple Ullannur Pathanamthitta
April 8-14, 2026 Bhagavathamritam

18th Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam 2026

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.

Ullannur, Pathanamthitta
Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam at Manneera Thalamanam Sree Mahadevar Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 15-21, 2026 Makayira Mahotsavam

Srimad Bhagavatha Saptaha Yajnam and Makayira Mahotsavam 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.

Manneera, Pathanamthitta
Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam 2026 Elamannoor Sree Narayanapuram Mahavishnu Temple Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 15-22, 2026 Saptaha Yajnam

Srimad Bhagavata Saptaha Yajnam 2026

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.

Elamannoor, Pathanamthitta
Pathamudaya Mahotsavam 2026 Mayayakshikkavu Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple Adoor Pathanamthitta Kerala
April 21-23, 2026 Pathamudaya

Pathamudaya Mahotsavam 2026

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.

Adoor, Pathanamthitta
Medabharani Mahotsavam 2026 Sree Thazhoor Bhagavathy Temple Vazhamuttam Vallicode Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 18, 2026 Medabharani

Medabharani Mahotsavam 2026

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.

Vazhamuttom, Pathanamthitta
Vishu Mahotsavam 2026 Ulanadu Sree Krishna Swami Temple Ulanadu Pandalam Pathanamthitta Kerala Festival
April 15, 2026 Vishu Mahotsavam

Vishu Mahotsavam 2026

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.

Pandalam, Pathanamthitta