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Thiruvananthapuram Attukal Pongala & Nishagandhi Fest

World's Largest Congregation of Women Offering Sweet Pongala Under the Open Sky

18 Oct – 25 Oct 20265:00 AM – 10:30 PMAttukal Sanctum & Kanakakkunnu Palace GroundsThiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station — 8 min drive
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This Celebration Has Successfully Concluded

The Thiruvananthapuram Attukal Pongala & Nishagandhi Fest in Thiruvananthapuram has wrapped up with tremendous spiritual fervor. We thank every devotee, participating artist, committee volunteer, and civil administrator who made this milestone edition memorable.

3500+
Devotees Welcomed
9 Stages
Cultural Raas Shows
120+ Staff
On-Ground Marshals
100%
Zero Incident Safety
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About Thiruvananthapuram Attukal Pongala & Nishagandhi Fest

World's Largest Congregation of Women Offering Sweet Pongala Under the Open Sky. Staged annually in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, this grand celebration brings together thousands of families and devotees for sacred devotion, energetic Dandiya & Garba Raas, and traditional Indian stage theater.

Featuring acclaimed devotional troupes, traditional Dhol Tasha ensembles, and full Vedic Aarti ceremonies, the festival upholds centuries-old Sanatan heritage while delivering cutting-edge convenience including sub-30ms RFID gate validation, VIP donor lounges, and hygienic Satvik food courts.

Key Highlights

Guinness record gathering of millions of women preparing earthen pot sweet Pongala
Nishagandhi open-air amphitheatre hosting classical Mohiniyattam and Carnatic concerts
Padmanabhaswamy temple heritage lighting and ceremonial floral decor
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Thiruvananthapuram Attukal Pongala & Nishagandhi Fest Stage
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Traditional Aarti Sanctum
Sacred Aarti & Prasad Mandap
Venue & Accessibility

Venue Location & Transit Guide

Attukal Sanctum & Kanakakkunnu Palace Grounds
Attukal, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - 695009
Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station — 8 min drive
🚗 Car & Two-Wheeler
Dedicated on-site parking with volunteer lane marshals.
🚖 Cab Drop-Off Point
Designated Gate 1 express drop-off along the main boulevard.
♿ Accessibility
Wheelchair ramps and priority senior seating available.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Upon completing your booking on Utsav Sangh, an encrypted high-speed digital QR pass is instantly generated with a unique Pass Reference Number. You can save it to your phone, download the PDF, or view it anytime in your Utsav Sangh Passbook. Turnstiles at Attukal Sanctum & Kanakakkunnu Palace Grounds scan the QR code in under 30ms for seamless entry.
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Registrations for the concluded 2026 edition are closed. Enter your details below to receive early-bird access and special donor passes for the 2027 season.

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Attukal Bhagavathy Temple Trust & Kerala Tourism
+91 94471 23456
thiruvananthapuram@utsavsangh.com
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