Srirangam Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival 2026 – A Grand Spiritual Celebration in December

The Srirangam Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival 2026, celebrated in December at the historic Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, is one of South India's most significant Vaishnavite religious festivals. Dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, a reclining form of Lord Vishnu, this sacred celebration attracts thousands of devotees seeking divine blessings, spiritual peace, and religious fulfillment.

The festival's most important occasion, Vaikunda Ekadasi on December 20, 2026, features the ceremonial opening of the Paramapada Vasal (Sorga Vasal), popularly known as the Gateway to Heaven. According to Vaishnavite beliefs, passing through this sacred entrance symbolizes the soul's journey toward salvation and represents devotion, spiritual purification, and liberation from worldly attachments.

The grand celebration includes traditional Pagal Pathu and Ra Pathu festivities, devotional hymns, beautifully decorated processional deities, special temple rituals, and the recitation of sacred verses from the Divya Prabandham. The famous Araiyar Sevai, a traditional performance combining devotional singing and expressive interpretation, adds remarkable cultural and spiritual significance to the celebrations.

During the December 2026 festival, Srirangam transforms into a vibrant pilgrimage destination filled with religious enthusiasm, illuminated temple corridors, colorful decorations, and continuous devotional activities. Pilgrims from Tamil Nadu and other parts of India visit the magnificent temple to witness its centuries-old traditions and experience its deeply spiritual atmosphere.

Visitors planning to attend the Srirangam Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival in December 2026 should arrange transportation and accommodation in advance because of the expected crowds. Devotees are also advised to verify official temple schedules, darshan arrangements, and entry regulations before traveling. This extraordinary festival offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience Tamil Nadu's rich religious heritage, timeless temple traditions, and enduring devotion to Lord Vishnu.

2026 December 9	Thirunedunthandagam
2026 December 10	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadashi Festival - Pagalpatthu 1 day
2026 December 11	Sri Namperumal - Pagalpatthu - Vaikunta Ekadasi - 2 day
2026 December 12	Sri Namperumal - Pagalpatthu - Vaikunta Ekadashi  - 3 day
2026 December 13	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadashi Festival - Pagalpatthu 4day
2026 December 14	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunta Ekadashi - Pagalpatthu 5 day
2026 December 15	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunta Ekadasi - Pagalpatthu 6 day
2026 December 16	Sri Namperumal -Pagalpatthu 7 day
2026 December 17	Sri Namperumal - Pagalpatthu 8 day
2026 December 18	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadashi Festival - Pagalpatthu 9 day
2026 December 19	Mohini Alankaram Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Pagalpatthu 10 day
2026 December 20	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 1 day Vaikunda Ekadasi - Paramapada Vasal Thirappu (Sorga Vasal Opening) (4.45 AM) Moolavar Muthangi seva, Namperumal Rathnangi seva
2026 December 21	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 2 day Sorga Vasal OpeningAfternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva
2026 December 22	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 3 day Sorga Vasal OpeningAfternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva
2026 December 23	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 4 day Sorga Vasal OpeningAfternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva
2026 December 24	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 5 day Sorga Vasal OpeningAfternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva
2026 December 25	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 6 day Sorga Vasal Opening Afternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva
2026 December 26	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 7 day Sorga Vasal Opening: Evening 4 pm to Night 8.30 pm Moolavar Muthangi seva, Namperumal Kaithala seva, Nammalwar Mohini Alankaran
2026 December 27	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 8 day No Sorgavasal Thirappu (Opening) Thirumangaimannan Vedupari - Namperumal Horse vahanam
2026 December 28	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Sorga Vasal Opening: Afternoon 1 pm to Night 8 pm Irappatthu (night) 9 day
2026 December 29	Sri Namperumal - Vaikunda Ekadasi Festival - Irappatthu (night) 10 day Sorga Vasal Opening: Morning 10 am to Night 8 pm Theerthavari
2026 December 30	Nammalwar Moksham XI day Festival