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Events & Festivals

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple

Upcoming: Narasimha Jayanti 2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026 — Special Abhishekam, Alankaram, and celebrations throughout the day. The sacred appearance day of Lord Narasimha.

Brahmotsavalu — The Grand Annual Festival

The Brahmotsavalu of Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy is the most significant festival of this temple. It is celebrated over three glorious days, beginning on Visakha Shuddha Pournami (the full moon day of the Visakha/Ashada month). During the Brahmotsavalu, the deity is adorned in special Alankarams each day. Processions with the utsava murthi (processional idol) are carried through the village streets on decorated vahanas (vehicles). Thousands of devotees from surrounding villages and towns gather to witness the grand celebrations.

Day 1 — Dhwajarohanam

Flag hoisting ceremony (Dhwajarohanam), Ankurarpanam, special Abhishekam and grand Alankaram of the deity. The festival officially begins with Vedic rituals and prayers.

Day 2 — Vahana Sevas

Various Vahana Sevas (processions on decorated vehicles), Pallaki Seva (palanquin procession), cultural programs, and mass Annadanam for all devotees.

Day 3 — Rathotsavam

The grand Rathotsavam (chariot procession) through the village, Pushpa Yagam (flower festival), Chakra Snanam (sacred bath), and Dhwaja Avarohanam (flag lowering) marking the conclusion.

Annual Festival Calendar

FestivalApproximate TimeSignificance
Sankranti / PongalJanuaryHarvest festival with special poojas and Annadanam
Maha ShivaratriFebruary / MarchObserved at the Eshwara Temple in the village
UgadiMarch / AprilTelugu and Kannada New Year, Panchanga Sravanam
Sri Rama NavamiMarch / AprilCelebration of Lord Rama's divine birth
Narasimha JayantiApril / MayAppearance day of Lord Narasimha — grand celebrations
BrahmotsavaluMay / June3-day grand annual festival (Visakha Pournami)
Varalakshmi VratamAugustSpecial pooja for Goddess Lakshmi
Vinayaka ChaturthiAugust / SeptemberCelebration of Lord Ganesha
Navaratri & VijayadashamiSeptember / OctoberNine nights of worship and victory celebration
DeepavaliOctober / NovemberFestival of lights with special Lakshmi Pooja
Karthika DeepotsavamNovember / DecemberMonth-long lamp festival celebrations
Vaikuntha EkadashiDecember / JanuarySacred day for Lord Vishnu devotees

How to Participate

Devotees are welcome to participate in all temple festivals and celebrations. For exact dates of festivals each year (which follow the Hindu lunar calendar), please contact the temple administration.

You may also sponsor specific sevas during festivals. For more information, please reach out to us:

Phone: +91-94491 11180   |   Email: srilakshminarasimhaswamytemple@gmail.com

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FAQs

The Brahmotsavalu is celebrated over three days starting from Visakha Shuddha Pournami (full moon day of the Visakha/Ashada month), typically falling in May or June. Please contact the temple for exact dates each year as the Hindu lunar calendar shifts annually.

Yes, devotees can sponsor various sevas during festivals including Abhishekam, Alankaram, Annadanam, and Pallaki Seva. Please contact the temple at +91-94491 11180 or visit the Contribute page for details.

Yes, Annadanam (free meals) is offered to all devotees during the Brahmotsavalu and other major festivals. During regular days, Annadanam may be arranged by individual sponsors. All are welcome to partake in the prasadam.