Date 09/11/2026
AmavasaiThe new moon day, holding deep spiritual significance in Hinduism for ancestral rituals (Tarpanam) and special worship at Amman and specific planetary shrines.
Upcoming Festivals.
Date 09/11/2026
Date 12/11/2026
AnnabhishekamCelebrated on the full moon day of the Aippasi month (Oct–Nov), where the massive main Lingam is covered entirely with cooked rice, fruits, and vegetables, which is later distributed as prasadam.
Date 14/11/2026
Kanda SashtiA six-day observance dedicated to Lord Murugan, involving fasting and prayers. It culminates on the final day with Soorasamharam, the symbolic victory of Murugan over the demon Soorapadman.
Date 23/11/2026
PournamiThe full moon day, a highly auspicious time for special temple poojas, Girivalam (circumambulation of sacred hills), and Goddess worship.
Date 23/11/2026
Karthigai DeepamThe festival of lights celebrated during the month of Karthigai. It features the lighting of rows of earthen lamps in temples and the grand Mahadeepam atop Annamalai Hill in Tiruvannamalai.
Date 23/12/2026
Arudra DarisanamCelebrated in the Tamil month of Margazhi (Dec–Jan) coinciding with the Thiruvathirai star. It features grand abhishekam and special prayers dedicated to Lord Nataraja (the cosmic dancing form of Shiva).
Date 29/12/2026
Vaikunta EkadasiA sacred day for Vaishnavites when the Paramapada Vasal (Gateway to Heaven) opens at Vishnu temples, drawing thousands of devotees for early morning darshan.
