The Thrikodiyettu Mahotsavam at Shangumugham Devi Temple, Trivandrum is one of the most spiritually uplifting and culturally vibrant celebrations among Kerala Temple Festivals. Scheduled to be held in March 2027, this sacred festival attracts thousands of devotees and visitors who gather to witness the divine rituals and traditional ceremonies dedicated to Shangumugham Devi, the presiding deity of the temple.
The festival begins with the auspicious Kodiyettu, marking the commencement of the multi-day celebrations filled with devotion and festivity. Each day features special poojas, cultural programs and traditional temple rituals that reflect the rich heritage of Trivandrum and Kerala. One of the most significant highlights of the festival is the Pongala ritual where women devotees prepare offerings in earthen pots as a symbol of devotion and gratitude to the Goddess.
The grand finale of the festival is the Arattu ceremony, a sacred ritual bath of the deity taken in a ceremonial procession, accompanied by traditional music and temple art forms.
🚩 Kodiyettu
🔥 Pongala Ritual
🎶 Cultural Programs & Temple Arts
🪔 Special Poojas & Rituals
🚿 Arattu
The sacred flag hoisting ceremony marks the grand beginning of the Mahotsavam, invoking divine blessings at Shangumugham Devi Temple.
Special poojas, deeparadhana, and traditional temple rituals are conducted throughout the festival with deep devotion and participation.
Various traditional cultural programs and temple art performances are held, reflecting the rich heritage and spiritual essence of Kerala.
Thousands of women devotees participate in the sacred Pongala ritual, preparing offerings to seek the blessings of the Goddess.
The festival concludes with the grand Arattu ceremony, featuring a traditional procession and the ceremonial holy bath of the deity.
The sacred flag hoisting ritual that marks the grand beginning of the Thrikodiyettu Mahotsavam with divine blessings.
The grand Pongala offering where thousands of women devotees prepare sacred offerings to seek the blessings of the Goddess.
Experience vibrant Kerala temple art forms and cultural performances that showcase the region’s rich heritage.
Daily special poojas and rituals performed with devotion, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere throughout the festival.
The grand Arattu ceremony with a traditional procession and holy bath of the deity marks the festival’s conclusion.
Thousands of devotees gather in unity, reflecting the strong community spirit and devotion during the festival.
Venue: Shangumugham Devi Temple, Trivandrum
Nearest Town: Shangumugham / Vallakkadavu (1 km)
Railway: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station (5 km)
Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (1.5 km)
Road: Well connected via Airport Road, Vallakkadavu Junction, and Shangumugham Beach Road; frequent KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto services are available to Shangumugham Devi Temple – Palayam Airport Rd, Vallakkadavu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695007