Prabhava Year 2026–27: Tirupati Festival Dates
(From Ugadi 2026 to Ugadi 2027)
March–April 2026 — Ugadi & Spring Festivals
Ugadi (Telugu New Year)
March 19, 2026 – Traditional Panchanga Sravanam, New Year predictions & blessings. Lord Malayappa Swamy is beautifully decorated; Panchangam recital in front of Bhagavan Balaji.
Vasanthotsavam (Spring Festival)
Mar 31 – Apr 2, 2026 – Three days of floral rituals and spring celebrations.
Srivari Teppotsavam (Float Festival)
Late March – Early April 2026 – Nightly float festivals in the temple Pushkarini.
April 2026 – Rama Navami
Sri Rama Navami
April 19, 2026 – Celebration of Lord Rama’s birth with recitals and panakam distribution.
January 2026 – Sankranti & Ratha Saptami
Bhogi & Sankranti
January 13–14, 2026 – Harvest festival celebrations, Swami Pushkarini holy dip.
Kanuma
January 15, 2026 – Traditional cattle festival & offerings.
Ratha Saptami
January 25, 2026 – Also called “Mini Brahmotsavam,” featuring seven divine vahana processions of Lord Venkateswara.
February-March 2026 – Teppotsavams & Pournami Sevas
Annual Teppotsavams
February 26 – March 2, 2026 – Floating processions at Swami Pushkarini with nightly darshan.
Pournami Garuda Seva (Monthly Full-Moon Flotilla)
Every Full Moon in 2026 – Monthly procession of Sri Malayappa Swamy on Garuda Vahanam.
September–October 2026 – Two Brahmotsavams (Due to Adhika Masa)
Adhika Masa Brahmotsavam (9-Day Festival)
September 14–23, 2026
Includes Dwajarohanam, Garuda Seva, Rathotsavam and Chakra Snanam.
Navaratri Brahmotsavam (9-Day Festival)
October 11–20, 2026 – Grand celebrations with different Vahanas each day.
November–December 2026 – Pushpayagam & Vaikunta Ekadashi
Pushpayagam
November 15–16, 2026 – Floral offerings & devotion ceremonies.
Vaikunta Ekadashi
December 20, 2026 – One of the most important Vishnu festivals; special darshan & rituals.
Sri Gita Jayanti & Sri Chakratheertha Mukkoti
December 20–21, 2026 – Celebration of Bhagavad Gita’s revelation and sacred rites.
Other Important Periods in 2026–27
- Monthly Ekadashi Fasts & Ritual Days – Regular observances throughout the year.
- Adhyayanotsavams & Dhanurmasam – December traditions leading into the New Year.
- Panchami Theertham, Dhanvantari Jayanti, Datta Jayanti – Celebrated with rites within Tirumala temple festival cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Ugadi and why is it significant at Tirumala?
Ugadi marks the Telugu New Year and is celebrated with Panchanga Sravanam and divine blessings from Lord Venkateswara, symbolizing new beginnings.
Why are there two Brahmotsavams in 2026?
Because of the occurrence of Adhika Masa (extra lunar month), both an Adhika Masa Brahmotsavam and Navaratri Brahmotsavam are celebrated.
When is Vaikunta Ekadashi celebrated in 2026?
Vaikunta Ekadashi falls on December 20, 2026, with special darshan and rituals seeking liberation and blessings.
Can devotees attend Ratha Saptami celebrations?
Yes — Ratha Saptami on January 25, 2026 is a major event and sees thousands of devotees attending the vahana processions.
What are monthly Garuda Sevas?
On every full moon (Pournami), Sri Malayappa Swamy is taken in procession on Garuda Vahanam, creating a divine spectacle.
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