Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple, under the Malabar Devaswom Board, is one of the most famous Bhadrakali temples in North Kerala. Located at Kollam P.O., Koyilandy in Kozhikode district (PIN 673307), the temple is well known for its grand Kaliyoottu Mahotsavam and traditional temple arts performed during the annual festival.
The Mahotsavam 2026 will be celebrated from 27 March 2026 to 03 April 2026 (Malayalam Era 1201 Meenam 13 to 20) with great devotion and cultural splendor. The festival begins with Kodiyettu (flag hoisting) on March 27 and concludes with Valiya Vilakku and Kaliyoottu on April 2 and 3, which are considered the most important days of the celebration.
This temple festival is not only a religious event but also a cultural gathering that promotes unity, harmony, and social awareness among people of all communities. Devotees from different parts of Kerala participate in the festival seeking the blessings of Pisharikavilamma (Bhadrakali) for prosperity, health, and protection.
Major Rituals and Festival Highlights
Kodiyettu – Flag Hoisting ceremony
Valiya Vilakku festival
Kaliyoottu ritual performance
Talappoli procession
Kalasham and ceremonial arrivals
Ooruchuttal Ezhunnallathu (Temple procession)
Theyyam related rituals and Thira performances
Panchari Melam and Pandimelam
Ayirathiri (thousand lamps offering)
Fireworks (Karimarunnu Prayogam)
Elephant procession with Nettipattam
Traditional temple orchestra and percussion
Temple Arts & Cultural Programs
The festival is famous for presenting classical and traditional Kerala temple art forms such as
Chakyarkoothu
Ottanthullal
Sopana Sangeetham
Thayambaka
Kuzhalpattu
Kombupattu
Nadaswaram
Devi Stavam recitals
Kavadiyattam, Kumbhattam, Azhakolkkali
Theyyam style ritual dances
The temple premises become vibrant with decorated elephants, traditional umbrellas, Aalavattom, Venchamaram, percussion ensembles, and colorful fireworks, creating a divine and festive atmosphere.
The Kaliyoottu Mahotsavam of Kollam Sree Pisharikavu Temple is considered one of the most significant temple festivals in Kozhikode district and attracts thousands of devotees every year.
The temple authorities warmly invite devotees and well-wishers to participate in the festival and seek the blessings of Sree Pisharikavilamma for peace, prosperity, and good health.
Festival enquiries: 0496-2620568, 8281152113