Vibrant Festivals in Pathanamthitta

Sabarimala Makaravilakku & Mandalapooja

Pilgrimage Festival
Pathanamthitta District

World-renowned pilgrimage festival at Sabarimala Temple featuring Makaravilakku (sacred light) and Mandalapooja, attracting millions of devotees from across the globe.

Key Attractions:
Makaravilakku Sacred Light Mandalapooja Rituals Devotee Processions
January (Makaravilakku) & November-December (Mandalapooja)
175 km

Aranmula Boat Race

Water Sports Festival
Pathanamthitta District

Traditional snake boat race on Pampa River featuring Palliyodams (traditional boats) and ancient water sport traditions, combining spirituality with sporting excellence.

Key Attractions:
Snake Boat Racing Palliyodam Boats River Competition
August-September (Uthrittathi day)
115 km

Aranmula Uthrittathi

Temple Festival
Pathanamthitta District

Annual temple festival at Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple featuring traditional rituals, cultural programs, and the famous Aranmula boat race celebrations.

Key Attractions:
Temple Ceremonies Traditional Rituals Cultural Programs
August-September (Uthrittathi)
115 km

Cherukolpuzha Hindu Matha Parishad

Community Festival
Pathanamthitta District

Community festival promoting Hindu cultural values, featuring religious discourses, cultural programs, and social activities strengthening community bonds.

Key Attractions:
Religious Discourses Cultural Programs Community Activities
December-January (annual event)
95 km

Othara Patayani

Folk Art Festival
Pathanamthitta District

Traditional Patayani folk dance festival featuring colorful masks, ritualistic performances, and ancient Kerala folk art traditions passed down through generations.

Key Attractions:
Patayani Folk Dance Colorful Masks Ritualistic Performances
March-April (Malayalam month Meenam)
125 km

Pandalam Valiyakoickal Festival

Temple Festival
Pathanamthitta District

Traditional temple festival at Pandalam celebrating Lord Ayyappa's divine legacy, featuring elaborate rituals, cultural programs, and devotional activities.

Key Attractions:
Ayyappa Celebrations Temple Rituals Cultural Programs
February-March (Malayalam month Kumbham)
110 km