A unique day of divine celebrations in Tirumala featuring a ceremonial hunt and a sacred marriage procession.
Tirumala will witness the grand observance of two significant festivals on Friday, January 16, 2026—Srivari Parveta Utsavam and Goda Parinayotsavam. This day, which coincides with the Kanuma festival, is marked by vibrant processions and special rituals, leading to the cancellation of all paid sevas.
🕉️ The Day’s Celebrations: A Timeline of Events
The day is packed with devotional activities. Here is the complete schedule for devotees:
| Time | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Early Morning | Goda Parinayotsavam Procession | Garlands of Goddess Andal are carried from the Pedda Jeeyar Swamy Mutt to the Srivari Temple in a procession along the four Mada streets. |
| 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM | ||
| Afternoon | Parveta Utsavam Begins | The processional deities of Sri Malayappa Swamy and Sri Krishna Swamy are taken to the Paruveta Mandapam. |
| 1:00 PM | ||
| Afternoon & Evening | Asthanam & Mock Hunt | Ceremonial court (Asthanam) and the famous symbolic hunting programs are held at the mandapam. |
| Late Evening | Return Procession | The deities return to the main Srivari Temple. |
📜 Important Information for Visiting Devotees
In view of these major festivals, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced important changes for the day:
Planning Your Visit: Since these popular paid sevas are cancelled, the day is ideal for witnessing the unique public festivals and participating in the free darshan queues. Be prepared for larger crowds due to the Kanuma festival.
Cancelled Arjita Sevas (Paid Services): All paid sevas at the Srivari Temple remain cancelled on January 16, 2026. This includes:
Kalyanotsavam
Unjal Seva
Arjita Brahmotsavam
Sahasra Deepalankara Seva
🙏 Connecting Your Spiritual Journey
Witnessing the Parveta festival is a rare opportunity to see a different, more playful side of temple traditions. If you are planning your pilgrimage around this time, it’s a perfect occasion to immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Tirumala.
To ensure the rest of your trip is seamless, you can plan other aspects of your visit using the guides on our website, intirupati.in.
- Secure Your Stay: Find comfortable accommodation by exploring our guides for TTD guest houses like Sri Padmavathi Guest House or Vishnu Nivasam.
- Understand Regular Sevas: Learn about the significance and booking procedures for the regular Arjitha Sevas that will resume after the festival, with our detailed guide on intirupati.in.
- General Pilgrimage Guide: For a complete overview of online booking, darshan tips, and temple history, refer to our main TTD Online Booking Guide.
May your visit during this auspicious festival be filled with divine joy and blessings.
Om Namo Venkatesaya
