Padoli Sree Bhagavathi Temple, Payyannur – Festival Celebrations 2026
The spiritually vibrant town of Payyannur is preparing to host one of its most captivating devotional and cultural events the Padoli Sree Bhagavathi Temple Festival 2026. Rooted deeply in Kerala’s sacred ritual traditions, this grand celebration promises days filled with devotion, music, ritual performances, and spectacular Theyyam appearances.
The festival, observed during the Malayalam Era 1201, spans multiple days of ceremonial worship, artistic presentations, and community gatherings. Devotees and visitors alike can expect a powerful blend of spiritual intensity and cultural magnificence.
Grand Opening – Musical Evening
March 7, 2026 – 7:00 PM
The festival launches with an electrifying musical orchestra performance led by the Payyannur Swararaag Orchestra, featuring renowned artists:
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Balram – Famous for his appearance on Asianet Star Singer
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Singing couple Shihab Shan & Shabana
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Performer Sarshad Shah
This devotional music night sets the tone for the festivities, merging melody, rhythm, and bhakti (devotion). The orchestra performance is followed by:
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Vellattam Purappadu (ritualistic prelude performance)
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Thozham Purappadu
These ceremonial performances mark the symbolic awakening of divine energies associated with Bhagavathi worship.
Sacred Rituals & Cultural Performances
March 8, 2026
A day filled with divine rituals and artistic showcases:
Arrival of Sacred Lamp & Wick
Devotees will ceremonially bring the Deepam and Thiri from the revered
Payyannur Sree Subrahmanya Swami Temple.
This sacred act symbolizes the transfer of divine light and blessings.
Women’s Committee Cultural Programs
The festival proudly features performances by the temple’s Vanitha Committee:
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Fusion Thiruvathira
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Fusion Dance
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Traditional Thiruvathira
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Kaikottikali
These performances celebrate Kerala’s classical feminine dance traditions, expressing grace, rhythm, and devotion.
Night Ritual Highlights
11:00 PM – Kannikkorumakan Daivam Purappadu
One of the most anticipated ritual appearances, invoking the protective and mystical presence of the deity.
3:00 AM – Raktha Chamundi & Gulikan Bhagavathi Purappadu
The powerful pre-dawn Theyyam performances bring intense spiritual energy:
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Raktha Chamundi
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Gulikan Bhagavathi
These Theyyam manifestations are deeply symbolic, representing fierce divine protection, cosmic justice, and ancestral reverence.
Morning Ceremonies
9:00 AM
Sacred rituals including:
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Balideivam Purappadu
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Meleri Kaikollal
Followed by Theyyam appearances at the Madayil (ritual stage):
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Chamundi
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Vishnumoorthi
Each Theyyam embodies mythological narratives, local folklore, and divine symbolism.
Afternoon Cultural Events
2:30 PM – Devakoothu
A rare ritual dance performance reflecting ancient temple traditions.
Aksharaslokam Session
Conducted by:
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Vanamala Aksharasloka Samithi
This literary-artistic gathering showcases poetic recitations and intellectual engagement with devotional literature.
Evening Ritual Continuation
8:00 PM – Vellattam Purappadu
Followed by:
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Various Theyyam Kolams
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Thoram Purappadu
The rhythmic drums, elaborate costumes, and divine choreography create a mesmerizing visual and spiritual spectacle.
March 9, 2026 – Ritual Grandeur
From 10:00 AM
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Madayil Chamundi Purappadu
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Annadanam (Sacred Food Offering)
12:30 PM – Gulikan Daivam Purappadu
A sacred Theyyam performance invoking ancestral and protective divine energies.
Artistic Feast
Temple artists present:
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Cultural Performances
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Traditional Art Forms
Pre-Dawn Theyyam Sequence
3:00 AM
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Raktha Chamundi
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Gulikan Bhagavathi
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Kundor Chamundi
Followed by the sacred ritual:
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Kolasswarupathinkal Thaayi Bhagavathi Thirumudi Uyarthal
This ceremonial raising of the divine headgear is a profoundly symbolic act of spiritual elevation.
Morning Finale Ritual
8:00 AM
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Balideivam Purappadu
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Meleri Kaikollal
Marking the ritual conclusion of the festival cycle.
Festival Significance
The Padoli Sree Bhagavathi Temple Festival is not merely an event but a sacred convergence of:
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Devotion
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Ritual tradition
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Theyyam heritage
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Community unity
Each performance, procession, and offering sustains Kerala’s ancient spiritual legacy.
Hospitality Partner
Visitors attending the festival can find quality accommodation and catering services at:
Shanmuga Hotel
📍 Sree Mahadevagramam, Payyannur – 670307
📞 Phone: 04985 205348
📱 Mobile: 9400705348, 9387126391
Services Offered:
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Engagement Functions
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Catering Services
The Padoli Sree Bhagavathi Temple Festival 2026 stands as a spectacular expression of faith, ritualistic grandeur, and cultural excellence. Devotees, Theyyam enthusiasts, and visitors are warmly invited to witness this divine celebration in Payyannur.
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