Temple Festivals

Important days in June 2025 Weekly Rituals: June 7, 14, 21, & 28 (Saturdays) 6 AM: Abhishekam to the presiding deities 5 PM: Procession of Utsava Murthies – Sri Rama & Sita around Mada Streets Pournami Celebrations (June 11): 8:30 AM: Ashtottara Shata Kalasha Abhishekam 5:30 PM: Grand Procession of Sri Kodandarama with Sita Devi & Lakshmana Swamy on Tiruchi Amavasya Celebrations (June 25): 8 AM: Sahasra Kalasha Abhishekam – a sacred water ritual 7 PM: Sri Kodandarama Swamy’s majestic procession on Hanumantha Vahanam Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam (June 27): Punarvasu Nakshatram 11 AM: Divine Wedding Ceremony – Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam 5:30 PM: Tiruchi Utsavam

  Lepakshi Temple, an architectural marvel dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a beacon of spiritual grandeur and cultural vibrancy. Throughout the year, the temple hosts an array of festivals, each deeply rooted in tradition and devotion. From the Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavams to the resplendent Rathotsavam, every event offers devotees an opportunity to connect with divine blessings. Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavams: A Divine Spectacle Maha Shivaratri, one of the most revered festivals, marks an auspicious occasion for devotees to offer prayers and seek blessings from Lord Shiva. The temple is adorned with intricate decorations, resonating with sacred chants and the soothing aroma of incense. The Brahmotsavam , celebrated annually, transforms Lepakshi Temple into a vibrant center of devotion. This multi-day festival features colorful processions, traditional music and dance performances, and special pujas. Deities are embellished with exquisite jewelry and attire, radiating divine grace...

The following are the spiritual events scheduled in the month of June at Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy temple in Appalayagunta. June 03: Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam in view of annual brahmotsavams June 06, 20, 27 : Vastralakara Seva on Fridays June 07-15: Annual Brahmotsavams June 10: Brahmotsava Arjita Kalyanotsavam

Sri Govinda Raja Swamy brahmotsavams will commence on June 02 and end on June 10 2025 Schedule  : June 01   - Senadipathi Utsavam, Ankurarpana June 02  -   Tiruchi Ustavam, Dwajarohanam , PeddaSesha Vahanam June 03  -   Chinna Sesha Vahanam , Hamsa Vahanam June 04  - Simha Vahanam , Mutyapu Pandiri Vahanam June 05 - Kalpavruksha Vahanam , Sarvabhupala Vahanam June 06 - Mohini Avataram , Garuda Vahanam June 07  - Hanumad Vahanam , Vasantotsavam(evening), Garuda Vahanam June 08  - Suryaprabha Vahanam , Chandraprabha Vahanam June 09  - Rathotsavam , Aswa Vahanam June 10  - Pallaki Ustavam, Chakra Snanam , Tiruchi Ustavam, Dwaja Avarohanam How to Reach the Temple  : 1 km from Tirupati Bus Station.

Nestled in the lush embrace of the Sahya mountain ranges and the roaring Bavali River, the Vaishaka Mahotsavam stands as one of Kerala’s most profound temple festivals. Spanning 28 days , this grand celebration unfolds at the Kottiyoor temples—Akkare Kottiyoor and Ikkare Kottiyoor—located in Kannur district . The festival, held between May and June , is a spectacle of devotion, tradition, and mythology, attracting thousands of devotees annually. The Sacred Venue Unlike most temples, the Akkare Kottiyoor Temple opens its doors exclusively for this festival. Here, devotees worship a swayambhoo lingam (self-created Shiva idol) placed on a river-stone platform known as manithara . Across the river, the Ikkare Kottiyoor Temple , remains functional throughout the year, marking the festival’s continuity. Rituals and Traditions Vaishaka Mahotsavam is deeply entrenched in ancient customs. Each ritual carries symbolic weight, reenacting moments from mythology and affirming devotees’ u...

  The Arasavalli Sun Temple hosts several grand festivals throughout the year, with Ratha Saptami being the most significant. Major Festivals Ratha Saptami – Celebrated in February or March , marking the birthday of Lord Surya (Surya Jayanti). It symbolizes the transition from winter to spring and is believed to bring health and prosperity . Devotees can have Nija Rupa Darshan from 5 AM to 2 PM . Kalyanotsavam – A six-day divine wedding festival of Lord Surya with his consorts Usha, Padmini, and Chaya , observed in March or April . Maha Shivaratri – Dedicated to Lord Shiva , the temple’s Kshetrapalaka (guardian deity) , celebrated with Rudra Abhishekam and Jagaranam (night-long prayers) . Dolotsavam (Holi) – Also known as Holika Pournima , celebrated in March with Kamadahanam (burning of straw) and a procession of the deity . Maha Vaisakhi – A sacred month for Sun worshippers , where devotees offer p...

Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple, located in Vedurukuppam , is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venugopala (Krishna) . It is a village located in Chittoor district , in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Brahmotsavam Will commence on May 19 2025 Dates May 19 – Dwajarohana May 20 – Chinna Sesha Vahana Seva, Hamsa Vahana Seva May 21 – Simha Vahana Seva, Mutyapu Pandiri Vahana Seva May 22 – Kalpavruksha Vahana Seva, Sarvabhupala Vahana Seva May 23 – Mohini Avataram, Garuda Vahana Seva May 24 – Hanuman Vahana Seva, Gaja Vahana Seva May 25 – Suryaprabha Vahana Seva, Chandraprabha Vahana Seva May 26 – Rathotsavam, Aswa Vahana Seva May 27 – Chakra Snanam, Dwajavarohanam

Sri Bhakta Anjaneya Swamy Temple , situated in Mudinepalli, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh , is a sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman .The Kalyanotsavam , an auspicious festival celebrating the celestial union, will commence on May 21, 2025 and will be followed by grand rituals and festivities. Festival Schedule May 21 – Festival Commencement May 22 – Kalyanotsavam – Celebrating the divine wedding ceremony May 23 – Rathotsavam – Chariot procession of the deity May 24 – Chakra Snanam – Sacred purification ritual May 25 – Anna Samaradhana – Distribution of prasadam and food offerings

  The Gokula Thirumala Parijatha Giri Temple , located in Gokula Tirumala, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh , is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Venkateswara . The temple’s annual Brahmotsavam , a grand celebration filled with sacred rituals and vibrant festivities, will commence on May 19, 2025 . Brahmotsavam Schedule   May 19 – Viswakesana Puja, Ankurarpana   May 20 – Dwajarohana, Sesha Vahana Seva   May 21 – Brahmotsava Homam, Hanuman Vahana Seva   May 22 – Kalyanotsavam, Chandraprabha Vahana Seva   May 23 – Gramotsavam   May 24 – Vasantotsavam, Chakra Snanam, Gaja Vahana Seva   May 25 – Dwadasa Aradhana, Sri Pushpa Yagam Significance of Brahmotsavam The festival is marked by daily pujas, homams, and vahana sevas , symbolizing the celestial grandeur of Lord Venkateswara. The Dwajarohana marks the official commencement, with the hoisting of the divine flag. Kalyanotsavam is a sacred ritual cele...

  The Sri Nettikanti Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Kasapuram, Guntakal, Andhra Pradesh , is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman . Hanuman Jayanti Utsavam will commence on May 18 2025 Dates May 18 – Pushpa Alankarna, Tulasi Laksha Archana May 19 – Dryfruits Alankarna May 20 – Ghanda Alankarna May 21 – Kalshabhishekam May 22 – Pushpa Alankarna, Swarna Vajra Alankarna, Sri Rama Pattabhishekam, Vahana Seva.

  The  Gandi Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple , also known as  Gandi Kshetram , is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to  Lord Hanuman (Veeranjaneya Swamy) , located in  Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh . Hanuman Jayanti Utsavam will commence on May 19 2025 Dates May 19 – Viswakesana Aradhana, Raksha Bandhana Dharana, Vastu Homam, Gosthi May 20 - Vedaparayana, Yagashala Pravesam May 21 – Sindhura Archana, Trikala Aradhana May 22 – Purnahuthi, Special Puja

  The Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple in Ponnur, Andhra Pradesh , is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman . It was included in Sri Sahasra Lingeswara Swamy Temple. Hanuman Jayanti Utsavam will commence on May 20 2025 Dates May 20 – Tirumanjanam, Ankurarpana May 21 – Beetela Leaves Puja, Gramotsavam May 22 – Kalyanam May 23 – Divya Rathotsavam

The Sabari Sri Rama Kshetram in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh , is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama . It is located at Sujathamma Colony, Dargamitta, Nellore . Hanuman Jayanti Utsavam will commence on May 19 2025 Dates May 19 – Ankurarpana May 20 – Abhishekam, Homam May 21 - Abhishekam, Homam May 22 – Visesha Abhishekam, Homam, Archana, Purnahuthi, Nagarotsavam

  The Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple in Jiyaguda, Hyderabad, is a 400-year-old Vaishnavite temple dedicated to Lord Ranganatha , a reclining form of Lord Vishnu . It is located on the banks of the Musi River . Brahmotsavam will commence on May 19 2025 Dates May 20 – Garuda Prasdam (10 am) May 22 – Sri Ranganatha Swamy Kalyana Mahotsavam May 23 – Rathotsavam May 24 – Chakra Snanam May 25 – Pushpa Yagam, Dwadasa Aradhana, Maha Purnahuthi May 28 – Kalabhishekam Getting Here By Road: From Hyderabad City Center: The temple is about 3 km away. You can take a taxi or auto-rickshaw Public Transport: Local TSRTC buses operate to Jiyaguda from various parts of Hyderabad. Nearest Landmark: The temple is close to Purana Pul (Old Bridge) and Telangana High Court . By Train: Nearest Railway Station: Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) Railway Station , about 4 km away. From the Station: You can take an auto or tax...

Sri Karvetinagaram Venugopala Swamy Brahmotsavams will Commence on May 19.        2025 Sevas & Schedule  : May 18    -   Senapathi Ustavam, Ankurarapanam May 19     - Tiruchi Ustavam, Dwajarohanam , Peddasesha Vahanam May 20 - Chinna Sesha Vahanam , Hamsa Vahanam May 21  - Simha Vahanam , Mutyapupandiri Vahanam May 22  -   Kalpavruksha Vahanam , Sarvabhupala Vahanam May 23 - Mohini Avataram , Garuda Vahanam May 24  - Hanumantha Vahanam, Vasantotsavam (evening) , Gaja Vahanam May 25  - Suryaprabha Vahanam , Chandraprabha Vahanam May 26 - Rathotsavam , Aswa Vahanam May 27 - Pallaki Ustavam, Chakra Snanam , Dwaja Avarohanam May 28 - Pushpayagam How to reach the Temple  : 13 km from Puttur 45 km from Tirupati 38 km from Renigunta.

Sri Jagannatha Swamy Temple is located in Vadali Village in Mudinepalli Mandal in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh State. It is called as Chinna Puri Kalyanotsavam will commence on May 10 2025 Dates May 10 – Preparations for Marriage May 11 – Kalyanotsavam May 12 – Rathotsavam May 13 – Purnahuthi May 14 – Pavalimpu Seva May 15 – Anna Samaradhana.

TTD is organising the annual Brahmotsavam of Sri Karimanikya Swamy temple in Ekantha at Tummuru, Naidupeta, Sri Potti Sri Ramulu, Nellore district from May 11. The Ankurarpanam fete will be held on May 10 evening for the nine-day festival. Seva Schedule May 11 – Dwajarohanam, Sesha Vahana Seva May 12 – Tiruchi Ustavam, Hanumantha Vahana Seva May 13 – Dwara Darshan, Garuda Vahana Seva May 14 – Tiruchi Ustavam, Hamsa Vahana Seva May 15 – Tiruchi Ustavam, Vimana Vahana Seva May 16 – Mohini Avataram, Simha Vahana Seva , Gaja Vahana Seva, Kalyanotsavam May 17 – Rathotsavam, Tiruchi Ustavam May 18 - Tiruchi Ustavam, Paruveta Ustavam May 19 – Chakrasnanam, Dwajavarohanam May 20 – Abhishekam, Pushpa Yagam.

The Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Beechupally, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana , is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman . It is located on the banks of the Krishna River , making it a spiritually significant site. Brahmotsavam 2025 Schedule The grand Brahmotsavam festival will commence on May 10, 2025 , with various rituals and celebrations: May 10 – Vastu Puja, Homam, Agni Pratistha, Dwajarohana, Teppotsavam (floating festival). May 11 – Prabotsavam (morning procession). May 12 – Sri Sitarama Kalyanotsavam, Rathotsavam (chariot festival). May 13 – Chowki Seva, Prabotsavam . May 14 – Pallaki Seva (palanquin procession). Temple Highlights Historical Significance: The temple is believed to be over 200 years old , with its idol installed by Sri Vyasaraja . Architectural Style: Built in South Indian temple architecture , it features a grand Rajagopuram . Sacred Location: Situated 200 meters fr...