Selvasannithi Festival 2026 Dates: Kodiyetram, Ther and Theertham
The 2026 Selvasannithi Murugan Temple Mahotsava in Achchuvely, Jaffna runs from 12 August to 29 August 2026. Travelers searching for Selvasannithi festival 2026 dates, Kodiyetram, Ther, and Theertham should plan transport early, expect crowds near Achchuvely, dress modestly, and confirm the final temple programme locally before travel.
Key 2026 Selvasannithi Murugan Temple Mahotsava dates for Jaffna travelers, including Kodiyetram flag hoisting, Ther chariot day, Theertham, and practical planning notes. Use this notice as a planning checkpoint before booking hotels, drivers, ferry routes, or day-by-day sightseeing around Jaffna.
2026 Selvasannithi festival dates and calendar highlights
Kodiyetram / Flag Hoisting
Midnight 12:20 AM - The Mahotsava opens with the midnight flag hoisting ceremony. Confirm local access and timing before travel.
Morning Festival Begins
The daily festival programme starts from this date. Confirm the morning schedule locally.
Pongkavanam Utsavam
Kailasa Vahana Utsavam
Ther Utsavam / Chariot Festival
The main chariot procession day. Confirm the exact morning timing locally before visiting.
Theertham Utsavam and Mauna Thiruvizha
Morning Theertham water-cutting ceremony followed by the evening Mauna Thiruvizha.
Pungkarar Poosai Day / Closing ceremony
Final day of the Mahotsava. Confirm closing ceremony timing locally.
Use these dates for planning around Kodiyetram, Ther, Theertham, transport to Achchuvely, and local logistics, then confirm same-day timings and access details before visiting Selvasannithi temple.
Quick 2026 date summary
Use this page as a practical Selvasannithi Festival 2026 dates and calendar guide for Jaffna travel planning. The full Mahotsava window is 12 August to 29 August 2026, with visitor interest usually strongest around Kodiyetram flag hoisting, the Ther chariot procession, Theertham water-cutting ceremony, and the closing Pungkarar Poosai day.
Planning notes
- Book transport and stays early for the 12 August to 29 August 2026 festival period, especially around Ther and Theertham days.
- Prioritize Kodiyetram, Ther chariot day, and Theertham if you can attend only a few key dates.
- Confirm same-day timings locally before leaving your hotel because temple programmes can change and road access near Achchuvely may be affected during processions.
Ther chariot day and Theertham
The temple programme lists 27 August 2026 for Ther Utsavam or the chariot festival and 28 August 2026 for Theertham Utsavam or the water-cutting ceremony followed by Mauna Thiruvizha in the evening. Because temple programmes and local access can change, visitors should treat these as planning dates and confirm the official schedule close to arrival.
Selvasannithi festival search terms
Searchers use several names for this Jaffna temple festival, including Selvasannithi Festival 2026, Selvasannithi Murugan Temple Festival 2026, Selvasannithi Kovil Festival 2026, Selvasannithi Mahotsava 2026, and Selvasannithi Thiruvila 2026. This guide groups those common searches into one planning page for the Selvasannithi temple festival season.
How to plan transport and hotels
Selvasannithi Murugan Temple is in Achchuvely, a short drive from Jaffna town. Festival dates can affect local road access, tuk-tuk availability, and parking near the temple. If you are planning from Jaffna town or further away, arrange transport early and keep plans flexible around the main ceremony days, especially Ther and Theertham.
Temple etiquette
Dress modestly, remove footwear where required, avoid disruptive photography, and follow the flow set by worshippers and temple staff. The Mahotsava is an active religious period, so quiet observation and local guidance matter more than rushing for photographs.
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