The annual Aadi Festival at Alagar Temple in Madurai is progressing with large-scale participation from devotees. Today (July 28, 2026), the highlight of the celebrations is the ceremonial procession of Lord Kallazhagar on the decorated horse vahana. The festival will continue tomorrow (July 29, 2026) with the grand Temple Car procession. On the same day at 6 p.m., the sacred doors of the Pathinettampadi Karuppu Sannidhi will be opened as part of the Aadi Pournami observance. The shrine doors are opened only once every year, making the occasion one of the most significant spiritual events at the temple.
Festival Highlights
Alagar Temple, Kallazhagar, Pathinettampadi Karuppu Sannidhi, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Madurai
Horse vahana procession today, Temple Car festival tomorrow, shrine door opening at 6 p.m., Aadi Pournami special rituals
Shrine opens only once a year, thousands of devotees expected, extensive security arrangements, special darshan facilities
Aadi Pournami falls on July 29, 2026, annual sacred ceremony draws pilgrims from across Tamil Nadu, festival enters its concluding phase, temple administration has completed preparations
Temple authorities have appealed to devotees to cooperate with security personnel and follow the prescribed arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival.
