Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavam 2026: The temple of Srikalahasti, located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, holds a lot of importance on Shivaratri. The Kalahasti temple is known as the Kashi of the south. It is world-famous for the Rahu-Ketu SarpaDosha Nivarana poojas performed here. The temple is all set and decked up to celebrate Shivaratri, one of the significant Hindu religious festivals. Although Mahashivaratri is for one day, the Utsav for Mahashivaratri lasts for 13 days.
Maha Shivratri Srikalhasti Brahmotsavam 2026 Schedule
Here is a detailed schedule of all that will take place
| Date | Time (Approx.) | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Bhakta Kanappa Deeksha Vidharanam & Ankurarpana |
| 11 Feb 2026 (Wed) | 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM | Dwajarohanam |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Vendi Ambari Vahana Seva | |
| 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Vendi Ambari Vahana Seva (Night) | |
| 12 Feb 2026 (Thu) | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Surya Prabha / Chappara Vahanam |
| 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Bhootha Shuka Vahanam | |
| 13 Feb 2026 (Fri) | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Hamsa / Yali Vahanam |
| 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Mayura Vahanam | |
| 14 Feb 2026 (Sat) | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Hamsa / Chiluka Vahanam |
| 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Ashwa / Simha Vahanam | |
| 15 Feb 2026 (Sun) | Full Day | Nandi Seva – Start of Maha Shivaratri Observances |
| 8:30 PM – 6:46 AM (16 Feb) | Maha Shivaratri Tithi | |
| 11:55 PM – 12:56 AM | Nishita Kaal Puja | |
| 16 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Rathotsavam |
| 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Teppotsavam | |
| 17 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Sri Swamy Kalyanotsavam |
| Evening | Special Puja & Processions | |
| 18 Feb 2026 (Wed) | Morning & Night | Vahana Sevas |
| 19 Feb 2026 (Thu) | Morning & Night | Vahana Sevas |
| 20 Feb 2026 (Fri) | Morning & Night | Vahana Sevas |
| 21 Feb 2026 (Sat) | Morning & Night | Vahana Sevas |
| 22 Feb 2026 (Sun) | Evening | Shayanotsavam / Ekantha Seva |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Shanti Abhishekam & Brahmotsavam Samapti |
SriKalahasti Temple Timing
Srikalahasti temple timing is from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM. The temple is easily accessible, and you can even explore. There is a large amount of crowd during the Shravan month and Maha Shivratri.
Accommodations in Tirupati
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- Dakshin Srinath Dham Sri Vallabh Sadan, Tirupati
- Tirupati, Gonivas, India Brahmana Vysya Choultry
- Tirupati – Sri Uttradhi Sri Vaishnav Math
- Yasodha Krishna Residency, Tirupati
- Hotel Nest, Tirupati
About Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavam 2026
The temple board is constructing three circles—Nandi, Bhakta Kannappa, and Shivaiah—on the highways that connect Nellore, Chennai, and Tirupati. The aim behind the ear circles was to attract devotees from all around the world. The festival starts on 10 February and ends on 23 February.
More than 3 lakh pilgrims are expected to visit the temple on the day of Shivaratri. There will be no VIP darshan as decided by the temple board.
The Utsav, known as ‘Brahmostsavam’, is celebrated at the temple annually. The temple is all set and decked up with rangoli and light decorations to welcome the devotees. All the ‘Vahanams’ are ready with a fresh coat of paint to serve the Lord.
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Book the trip and accommodation near the Srikalahasti Temple through our website, YatraDham.Org, to have a perfect and comfortable stay. May the Lord give all of us his blessings.
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FAQ’s
Rahu-Kethu pooja is the main specialty of the Kalahasti Temple.
Srikalahasti Temple must be visited during full moon night (Purnima).
Lord Shiva is the God in Sri Kalahasti Temple
The dress code of the Sri Kalahasti temple is traditional, as the men must wear dhotis and kurtas or even shirts and avoid wearing casual clothes. Women must wear traditional sarees and kurtis and avoid wearing short clothes.
The prices of poojas range from Rs 500 to 5000.
