The Muhurat has been fixed for the Jatra Mahotsav of Shirsi Shri Marikamba Devi, the pride of Uttara Kannada district and the power goddess of the country. The Jatra will be held from February 24 to March 4. Here is the complete list of the dates of the chariot festival and other religious programs.
Are you waiting for the fair of Mother Marikamba? Not only the people of Uttara Kannada, but also the devotees of the entire state are excited when they hear the word Sirsi Jatre. “When is the fair? When will the darshan of Mother?” The temple management has given good news to the lakhs of devotees who were waiting. The muhurta of the fair was finalized in an important meeting held on Sunday.
When does the fair start? When does it end?
As decided in a meeting of the temple’s trustee board and the Babudars, this time’s historic fair will begin on February 24th and continue with grandeur until March 4th.
Important dates of the fair
- Fair starts: February 24, 2026.
- Rathotsava: On February 25th.
- Fair ends: March 4th.
- Special service: Open to devotees from February 26th.
Schedule of religious ceremonies
Vedamurthy Ramakrishna Bhatta Kerekai and Sharan Acharya have officially announced the dates, and the programs are as follows:
- Preparations from January 7th: Pre-fair preparations will begin from January 7th.
- Horabeedu: The ‘Horabeedu’ program will be held on February 3rd.
- Kalash Pratishtha: The Kalash Pratishtha and Kalyana Pratishtha of the Goddess’ chariot will be performed on February 24th.
- Rathrohana: Goddess rides the chariot on February 25th (Rathotsava).
- Re-consecration: The fair will end on March 4th, and the re-consecration will take place on Ugadi, March 19th.
All facilities for devotees
In a meeting chaired by MLA Bhimanna Nayak, officials were instructed to ensure that lakhs of devotees are not inconvenienced. Plans have been made to ensure proper provision of drinking water, cleanliness, and bus system.
| Date | Events |
| January 07 | Pre-rituals begin |
| February 03 | Outreach program |
| February 24 | Chariot Kalash Pratisthe & Kalyana Pratisthe |
| February 25 | Ratharohana |
| February 26 | Opportunity to serve devotees begins |
| March 04 | Fair ends |
Pilgrims note: “If you are planning to come to the Sirsi fair, it is better to book a lodge or hotel now. There will be a huge rush on the day of the chariot festival (Feb. 25). If you want to have a worry-free darshan of the goddess, it is advisable to come after February 26 or 27.”
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: On which day will the chariot festival of Goddess Marikamba be held?
Answer: The chariot procession (Rathotsava) of the Goddess will be held on February 25th.
Q2: When do devotees have the opportunity to serve the Goddess?
Answer: From the day after the Rathotsava, i.e. February 26, there will be an open opportunity for devotees to serve and have darshan.
