Ayyappa Mandala Season 2026
November 16 – December 26, 2026 | 41 Days of Ayyappa Seva & Prasadam
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa!
Sri Ganesha Temple, Plano, invites devotees and their families to observe the sacred Ayyappa Mandala Season 2026, from November 16 through December 26, with 41 days of devotion, prayer, spiritual discipline, and special worship dedicated to Lord Ayyappa.
The Mandala season is an important period in the Ayyappa tradition, during which devotees undertake spiritual observances, Mala Dharanam, daily prayers, and acts of devotion in preparation for the sacred pilgrimage to Sabarimala. It is a time to cultivate self-discipline, humility, purity of thought, and surrender to Lord Ayyappa.
Throughout the 41-day observance, the temple will conduct daily Ayyappa Abhishekam and Padi Puja, along with special celebrations including Shastha Preethi, Pushpabhishekam, Ayyappa Vilakku Puja, and the concluding Maha Mandala celebrations.
Daily Ayyappa Puja Schedule
November 16 – December 26, 2026
- Monday – Friday — 6:45 PM: Ayyappa Abhishekam & Padi Puja
- Saturday – Sunday — 10:30 AM: Ayyappa Abhishekam & Padi Puja
Devotees are invited to participate in daily worship, offer prayers, and seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa throughout the Mandala season.
Special Puja Celebrations
Sunday, November 29, 2026 — 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Shastha Preethi
A traditional Ayyappa Seva performed by devotees, featuring devotional Shastha Preethi songs and Utsavam. This sacred observance brings devotees together in prayer, music, and collective worship of Lord Ayyappa.
Sunday, December 6, 2026 — 10:30 AM: Pushpabhishekam
Ayyappa Abhishekam followed by Pushpabhishekam, a special floral offering to Lord Ayyappa. Devotees offer flowers as an expression of devotion, gratitude, and surrender, seeking divine blessings and spiritual well-being.
Sunday, December 13, 2026 — 5:30 PM: Ayyappa Vilakku Puja
Ayyappa Bhakthas will perform the traditional Vilakku Puja, followed by Abhishekam. The lighting of sacred lamps represents the removal of ignorance and the illumination of spiritual wisdom, creating an atmosphere of devotion and prayer.
Saturday, December 26, 2026 — 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Maha Mandala Celebrations
The sacred 41st-day Maha Mandala celebrations mark the culmination of the Mandala observance. The morning program includes Kettu Nira and Irumudi Yatra, followed by Ayyappa Ashta Kalasha Abhishekam and Mandala Masa Samarapanam.
This concluding celebration provides devotees an opportunity to offer gratitude to Lord Ayyappa and seek His blessings as they complete their sacred Mandala observances.
Ayyappa Mala Dharanam Registration
Ayyappa Mala Registration is Now Open
Devotees wishing to undertake the traditional 41-day Ayyappa Vratham are encouraged to register for Mala Dharanam.
Auspicious Days for Mala Dharanam: Saturdays and Wednesdays
Mala Dharanam signifies the beginning of a sacred period of spiritual discipline, self-restraint, devotion, and preparation for worship of Lord Ayyappa. During this observance, devotees traditionally follow a disciplined lifestyle centered on prayer, purity, simplicity, and spiritual reflection.
For guidance regarding Mala Dharanam and Ayyappa Vratham, devotees may contact a Guru Swamy at 972-998-3366.
Puja Sponsorship Opportunities
Devotees are invited to participate in the sacred Ayyappa Mandala celebrations through daily and special puja sponsorships.
Daily Puja Sponsorships
- Abhishekam & Padi Puja — $101
- Irumudi — $101
- Maladharanam — $31
- Neeranjanam — $21
- Archana — $21
Special Puja Sponsorships
- Shastha Preethi (November 29) — $251
- Ashtakalasa (December 26) — $201
- Raja Alankaram (December 26) — $151
- Garlands — $51
- Vilakku Puja (December 13) — $51
- Pushpabhishekam — $31
- Archana (December 6) — $21
Sponsoring these sacred pujas offers devotees an opportunity to express gratitude, seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa, and support the temple’s religious and spiritual activities throughout the Mandala season.
The Spiritual Significance of Ayyappa Mandala Season
The Ayyappa Mandala season is a sacred 41-day period of spiritual purification, self-discipline, and devotion to Lord Ayyappa, revered as the embodiment of dharma, self-control, and divine wisdom.
The observance is closely associated with the pilgrimage to Sabarimala, one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. Devotees traditionally undertake the 41-day Vratham as a period of preparation, following practices that encourage simplicity, purity, compassion, humility, and control over the senses.
The wearing of the sacred Mala marks a devotee’s commitment to this spiritual journey. Throughout the Vratham, devotees engage in daily prayers, chanting, meditation, and acts of service, seeking to strengthen their connection with the Divine.
The sacred chant "Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa" expresses complete surrender to Lord Ayyappa and serves as a reminder of the importance of faith, humility, and devotion.
Each of the special observances during the Mandala season carries spiritual significance. Shastha Preethi emphasizes collective devotion through traditional songs and worship. Pushpabhishekam represents the offering of devotion through flowers, while Vilakku Puja symbolizes the light of divine knowledge dispelling spiritual darkness.
The concluding Maha Mandala celebrations mark the completion of the 41-day observance, bringing devotees together in gratitude, prayer, and spiritual fulfillment.
Together, these sacred traditions make Ayyappa Mandala Season a meaningful time for spiritual renewal, devotion, and community worship.
Join Us
Observe the sacred Ayyappa Mandala Season with your family and fellow devotees at Sri Ganesha Temple, Plano, from November 16 through December 26, 2026.
Participate in daily Ayyappa pujas, special abhishekams, traditional devotional offerings, and the concluding Maha Mandala celebrations as we come together in worship and seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa.
Temple Address: 6508 K Avenue, Plano, TX 75074
Temple Contact: 972-943-9543
Guru Swamy Contact: 972-998-3366
Please note that puja timings are subject to change in the event of other scheduled temple programs. Devotees are encouraged to join the Ayyappa WhatsApp group for timely updates.
May Lord Ayyappa bless all devotees and their families with peace, good health, spiritual strength, and prosperity.
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa!
