Tirumala Temple Festivals 2026: Complete Calendar & Guide for USA Hindus
Living in the USA doesn’t mean being far from the divine grace of Lord Venkateswara. Every year, thousands of American Hindus plan their spiritual calendar around the sacred Tirumala Temple festivals in Tirupati, India.
In 2026, with the rare occurrence of two Brahmotsavams due to Adhika Masa (extra lunar month), devotees can expect double blessings and deeper spiritual experiences.
This comprehensive, SEO-optimized Tirumala Festivals 2026 Calendar is crafted specially for USA Hindus — whether you’re planning a pilgrimage from New York, California, Texas, New Jersey, or Illinois, or want to follow the celebrations online.
Why 2026 Is Extra Special for Tirumala Devotees in the USA
- Two Brahmotsavams in one year (September & October), a rare celestial event.
- Ideal time to fulfill mokkubadi or mannat to Lord Balaji.
- Major USA temples (Cary NC, Pittsburgh PA, Malibu CA, Houston TX, Atlanta GA) will conduct parallel celebrations with live streaming from Tirumala.
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Complete Tirumala Temple Festivals Calendar 2026 (USA-Friendly Format)
| Festival | Gregorian Date 2026 | Day | Tithi | Key Highlights | Best Way for USA Hindus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makara Sankranti | Jan 14 | Wed | – | Pongal offering | Offer virtual pongal via TTD app |
| Ratha Saptami | Feb 6 | Fri | Magha Shukla Saptami | 7 Vahana Sevas | Sunrise puja at local Balaji temples |
| Maha Shivaratri | Feb 26 | Thu | Magha Krishna Chaturdashi | All-night Rudrabhishekam | Online Rudram chanting |
| Ugadi (Telugu New Year) | Mar 30 | Mon | Chaitra Shukla Pratipada | Panchanga Sravanam | Watch TTD live |
| Sri Rama Navami | Apr 6 | Mon | Chaitra Shukla Navami | Pattabhishekam | Ramayana parayanam at home |
| Salakatla Brahmotsavam | Oct 6 – Oct 14 | Mon–Tue | Annual | Garuda Seva – Oct 10 (Fri) | Book flights early (peak USA season) |
| Navaratri Brahmotsavam (Adhika Masa) | Nov 4 – Nov 12 | Wed–Thu | Rare extra month | Golden Chariot, Devi alankarams | Ideal for family blessings |
| Deepavali | Oct 20 | Tue | Ashwayuja Amavasya | Lakshmi-Kubera Puja | Light diyas while watching TTD |
| Karthika Deepam | Nov 18 | Wed | – | Hilltop ghee lamps | Donate ghee online |
| Vaikunta Ekadasi | Dec 29 | Tue | Margashirsha Shukla Ekadasi | Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam (Dec 20–29) | Booking opens around Dec 15 |
Download: TTD 2026 Calendar PDF (English) — specially formatted for USA time zones.
How USA Hindus Can Experience Tirumala Festivals in 2026
1. Plan Your Pilgrimage Early
- Book TTD darshan and accommodation 90–120 days ahead.
- Recommended tour operators: Vedic Tours USA, Hindu Heritage Journey, Shirdi Sai Center.
- Best flight route: Chennai (MAA) → Tirupati, or Hyderabad (HYD).
2. Virtual Participation
- Watch live on SVBC TTD YouTube (24×7 HD stream).
- Use the TTD Seva App for e-hundi, virtual sevas, and notifications.
- Many USA temples offer proxy sevas during major utsavams.
3. Celebrate Locally — USA Temples Hosting Tirumala-Style Events
| Temple | Location | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple | Cary, NC | Full 9-day Brahmotsavam |
| Sri Venkateswara Temple | Pittsburgh, PA | Garuda Seva procession |
| Malibu Hindu Temple | California | Chariot festival |
| Bridgewater Balaji Temple | New Jersey | Live relay from Tirumala |
| Meenakshi Temple | Houston, TX | Authentic South Indian rituals |
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