Appalayagunta Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Brahmotsavams 2026 – Dates, Sevas & Festival Guide

Appalayagunta Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Brahmotsavams will Commence on  June 25.

2026 Festival Schedule

• June 24 – Senapathi Utsavam, Ankurarpanam
• June 25 – Tiruchi Utsavam, Dwajarohanam, Pedda Sesha Vahanam
• June 26 – Chinna Sesha Vahanam, Hamsa Vahanam
• June 27 – Simha Vahanam, Mutyapu Pandiri Vahanam
• June 28 – Kalpavruksha Vahanam, Sarvabhupala Vahanam
• June 29 – Mohini Avataram, Garuda Vahanam
• June 30 – Hanumantha Vahanam, Vasantotsavam, Gaja Vahanam
• July 01 – Suryaprabha Vahanam, Chandraprabha Vahanam
• July 02 – Rathotsavam , Aswa Vahanam
• July 03 – Pallaki Utsavam, Chakra Snanam, Dwaja Avarohanam, Ekanta Utsavam

Festival Highlights

• Dwajarohanam (June 25): Formal commencement of Brahmotsavams.
• Garuda Vahanam (June 29): The most auspicious day, drawing huge crowds.
• Rathotsavam (July 2): The temple chariot procession, a major attraction.
• Chakra Snanam (July 3): Sudarshana Chakra ritual bath; devotees also take a holy dip.

Getting to Appalayagunta Temple

• By Road:
• APSRTC buses and private autos/taxis run regularly from Tirupati Bus Stand to Appalayagunta.
• Well-connected by road; journey takes ~30 minutes.
• By Rail:
• Nearest railway station: Tirupati Railway Station (~12 km).
• Major trains from Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Vijayawada stop here.
• By Air:
• Nearest airport: Tirupati Airport (Renigunta) (~20 km).
• Flights available from Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Delhi.

Pilgrim Tips

• Plan Ahead: June–July is monsoon season; carry umbrellas, raincoats, and footwear suitable for wet conditions.
• Festival Crowds: Garuda Vahanam (June 29) and Rathotsavam (July 2) draw the largest gatherings—arrive early for good darshan.
• Accommodation: Lodges and hotels available in Tirupati; book in advance during Brahmotsavams.
• Temple Annadanam: Free meals are served daily; participate for the full spiritual experience.
• Dress Code: Traditional attire recommended; modest clothing is expected.
• Photography: Restricted inside sanctum; allowed in outer prakaram.
• Eco-Friendly: Avoid plastic; use reusable water bottles and bags.
• Spiritual Preparation: Carry prayer books or stotras of Lord Venkateswara for recitation during sevas.