Sree Mulliyankavu Bhadrakali Temple Festival 2026                        

The annual festival at Sree Mulliyankavu Bhadrakali Temple, located in Keezhattingal P.O., Attingal, Kerala, is a deeply revered celebration that blends sacred rituals, community devotion, and classical temple arts. The 2026 festival unfolds from February 25 to March 8, 2026 (Malayalam Era 1201, Kumbham 13–20), drawing devotees, artists, and families from across the region.

This historic temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, is known for its powerful spiritual traditions, including Thrikodiyettu (flag hoisting), Pongala, Kalabhabhishekam, Guruthi, and spectacular cultural performances.

Festival Period & Significance

The festival marks one of the most auspicious periods in the temple calendar. Each day is structured around Tantric rituals, Vedic chanting, and devotional offerings, symbolizing purification, prosperity, and divine protection.

The ceremonies are conducted under the guidance of the temple’s Thantri, ensuring strict adherence to traditional Kerala temple customs.

Day 1 – February 25, 2026 (Kumbham 13)

Thrikodiyettu – The Sacred Beginning

The festival commences with the ceremonial flag hoisting (Thrikodiyettu) during a highly auspicious muhurtham in the morning.

Key rituals include:

• Palliyunarthal (awakening of the deity)

• Nirmalyam Darshanam

• Maha Ganapathi Homam

• Devi Bhagavatha Parayanam

The hoisting of the temple flag signifies the formal invocation of divine energies and announces the start of festivities. The evening features:

• Sopana Sangeetham (traditional temple music)

• Deeparadhana

• Kappu Sadya

• Thottampattu (ritualistic devotional songs)

• Vilakku & Seeveli procession

• Classical dance performances

Day 2 – February 26, 2026 (Kumbham 14)

Ritual Continuity & Ottanthullal

Devotional rhythms intensify with:

• Maha Ganapathi Homam

• Devi Bhagavatha chanting

• Thottampattu

Cultural highlight:
Ottanthullal performance, a vibrant solo dance-drama tradition combining satire, rhythm, and storytelling.

Evening concludes with Deeparadhana and Seeveli.

Day 3 – February 27, 2026 (Kumbham 15)

Chakyar Koothu – Sacred Storytelling

The day maintains its ritual cadence with homams and parayanams.

Cultural highlight:
Chakyar Koothu, a classical Sanskrit theatre form performed inside temple precincts, known for its expressive narration and philosophical humor.

Additional performances:

• Sopana Sangeetham

• Kaikottikali (traditional women’s dance)

Day 4 – February 28, 2026 (Kumbham 16)

Kalabhabhishekam & Mulliyankavu Sadya

One of the most spiritually significant days.

Morning:
Kalabhabhishekam – Sacred sandalwood paste abhishekam conducted by the Thantri, believed to bestow peace and remove negative influences.

Midday:
Mulliyankavu Sadya – Grand community feast served to devotees.

Evening Cultural Events:

• Sopana Sangeetham

• Kelikkottu

• Malappuram Pattu

• Polivu Pattu

Kathakali Performance:
Episodes staged:

1. Karnashapadham

2. Prahlada Charitham

Featuring renowned Kathakali artists and percussion ensembles.

Day 5 – March 1, 2026 (Kumbham 17)

Nagaroottu & Ganamela

Highlights include:

• Maha Ganapathi Homam

• Thottampattu

• Nagaroottu

Evening:
Ganamela by a professional orchestra, offering devotional and cinematic melodies.

Day 6 – March 2, 2026 (Kumbham 18)

Chakyar Koothu & Nadaswara Kacheri

The evening showcases:

• Chakyar Koothu

• Nadaswara Kacheri

Traditional wind instrument recitals elevate the temple’s spiritual ambiance.

Day 7 – March 3, 2026 (Kumbham 19)

Mulliyankavu Pongala – The Devotional Pinnacle

Morning Events:

• Usha Pooja

• Urul Sandhippu

• Thottampattu

Pongala Ceremony

Hundreds of women devotees prepare sacred offerings of rice, jaggery, and coconut in earthen pots. The Pongala Samarpanam marks a powerful act of surrender and gratitude to Goddess Bhadrakali.

Accompanying rituals:

• Narayaneeya Parayanam

• Bhakti Gana Sudha

Grand Procession – Parayeduppu & Ezhunnallathu

A majestic processional journey begins from the temple, passing through key local shrines and junctions before ceremonially returning.

This ritual symbolizes:

• Community unity

• Sacred territorial blessing

• Renewal of divine protection

The procession includes:

• Melam ensembles

• Kuthiyottam

• Thalappoli

Night Programs & Thrikodiyirakku

Late-night events include:

• Drama Performance (“Anandabhairavi”)

• Thrikodiyirakku (lowering of the festival flag)

• Guruthi

The lowering of the flag signifies ritual completion and gratitude to the Goddess.

Community & Devotional Participation

The temple committee expresses gratitude to:

• Devotees

• Sponsors

• Local residents

• Overseas supporters

Special welfare initiatives such as financial aid distribution are also part of the celebrations, reflecting the temple’s social commitment.

Temple Information

Location: Keezhattingal P.O., Attingal, Kerala
Contact: +91 0470 2629420, 9188789420
Website: mulliyankavutemple.com

The Sree Mulliyankavu Bhadrakali Temple Festival 2026 is not merely an event but a profound spiritual experience. From sacred homams and Pongala offerings to Kathakali and Chakyar Koothu, the festival preserves Kerala’s living heritage while strengthening devotional bonds.

Devotees seeking blessings, cultural immersion, and divine grace will find this festival an unforgettable journey.