Festival Calendar
The major festivals and Ekadasi vratam dates observed at Sri Vaikuntanathar's sannidhi, from late 2026 through March 2027.
Festival Calendar
Late 2026 to March 2027
Dates follow the Tamil lunar calendar and are confirmed closer to each occasion by the temple priest. Please check with the trust before travelling for a festival.
11 – 20 October 2026
Navaratri & Vijayadashami
Nine nights of Devi worship at the sannidhi, concluding with Vijayadashami on 20 October.
7 – 8 November 2026
Naraka Chaturdashi & Deepavali
Lamps are lit through the temple to mark Krishna's victory over Narakasura, and the festival of lights that follows.
24 November 2026
Karthigai Deepam
Rows of oil lamps are lit around the temple on the full moon of the Tamil month of Karthigai.
Mid-December 2026 – Mid-January 2027
Margazhi / Adhyayana Utsavam
Andal's Thiruppavai and the Divya Prabandham are recited each morning through the month of Margazhi, building to Vaikunta Ekadasi.
20 December 2026
Vaikunta Ekadasi
The most important day of the Vaishnava year, when the gates of Vaikuntam are believed to open. Special abhishekam, archana and utsavam are held through the day.
14 – 17 January 2027
Pongal
Harvest thanksgiving, with special poojas of gratitude to the Sun observed on Makara Sankranti.
Ekadasi Vratam Dates
Ekadasi fasting days, observed twice a month, listed here through March 2027. The exact date can shift by a day depending on the panchangam followed — please confirm with the temple priest.