Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple Devuni Kadapa Brahmotsavam 2026 Schedule & Sevas

Annual Brahmotsavams 2026

Festival Dates: January 19 – January 27, 2026
(Preparatory rituals begin on January 18; concluding rituals on January 28)

Date	Morning Seva	Evening Seva
January 18	Deeksha Tirumanjanam	Senadipathi Ustavam, Ankurarpanam
January 19	Tiruchi, Dwajarohanam	Chandraprabha Vahanam
January 20	Suryaprabha Vahanam	PeddaSesha Vahanam
January 21	Chinnasesha Vahanam	Simha Vahanam
January 22	Kalpavriksha Vahanam	Hanumantha Vahanam
January 23	Mutyapu pandiri Vahanam	Garuda Vahanam
January 24	Kalyanotsavam	Gaja Vahanam
January 25	Rathostavam	Dhuli Ustavam
January 26	Sarvabhupala Vahanam	Aswa vahanam
January 27	Vasantotsavam, Chakra teertham	Dwajarovhanam, Hamsa Vahanam
January 28		Pusphayagam

Highlights

Dwajarohanam (Flag Hoisting): Marks the formal commencement of Brahmotsavam.
Garuda Vahanam (Jan 23 Evening): The most significant procession, drawing large crowds.
Kalyanotsavam (Jan 24 Morning): Symbolic divine wedding of Lord Venkateswara and Goddess Lakshmi.
Rathotsavam (Jan 25 Morning): Grand chariot procession through temple streets.
Chakra Teertham (Jan 27 Morning): Ritual bath of Sudarshana Chakra in temple tank.
Pushpayagam (Jan 28): Concluding floral offering ceremony.

Getting Here

By Air

By Rail

Kadapa Railway Station is the nearest major station.
Well connected to Tirupati, Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai.
From the station, local transport (autos, buses, taxis) takes you directly to Devuni Kadapa.

By Road

APSRTC buses connect Kadapa with Tirupati, Nellore, Anantapur, Kurnool, Hyderabad.
Private cabs and autos are available within Kadapa city.
The temple is located in Patha Kadapa (Old Kadapa), easily accessible from the city center.

Tips for Pilgrims

Festival Tips

Arrive Early: Brahmotsavam days, especially Garuda Vahanam (Jan 23 evening) and Rathotsavam (Jan 25 morning), attract huge crowds.
Plan Accommodation: Book hotels or lodges in Kadapa well in advance for January 2026.
Follow Tradition: Many pilgrims visit Sri Someswara Swamy Temple nearby before darshan, honoring the Tholi Gadapa tradition.

Darshan & Seva Tips

Dress Code: Traditional attire recommended (men: dhoti/kurta; women: saree/salwar).
Offerings: Flowers, coconuts, and ghee lamps are common.
Photography: Restricted inside sanctum; respect temple rules.
Special Sevas: If you wish to participate in Kalyanotsavam or Pushpayagam, check with temple authorities for advance booking.

Practical Tips

Best Time to Visit: Early mornings for peaceful darshan; evenings for vibrant vahanam processions.
Local Transport: Autos are convenient for short distances; taxis for families.
Nearby Temples: Combine your visit with Sri Someswara Swamy Temple and other shrines in Patha Kadapa for a complete pilgrimage experience.
Food: Kadapa city offers traditional Andhra meals; avoid heavy food before darshan.