TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023: Complete Schedule & Special Darshan

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Navarathri Brahmotsavam Festival October 2023:

 
Introduction: An annual celebration known as Tirumala Brahmotsavam is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh during the nine days of Dussehra Navarathri at the sacred Tirumala Temple. There is a tremendous amount of significance attached to this festival among Hindu devotees.

For this yearly celebration known as Brahmotsavam, TTD (Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam) has made available its schedule. For the unique darshan at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam, this event has been eagerly anticipated for a long time. At the Tirumala Temple, devotees get the chance to see this great festival.

Due to Adhik Maas this year, Brahmotsavam takes place twice in 2023, in the months of September and October. After September Brahmotsavam, Tirumala Navarathri Brahmotsavam will be celebrated from October 15–23, 2023. This marks the end of September Brahmotsavam.

To know more about the Brahmotsavam festival like - What is Brahmotsavam Festival?, Why we celebrate Brahmotsavam festival?, What are the legends assosciated with TTD Brahmotsavam festval?, Significance of Brahmotsavam, and rituals performed during Brahmotsavam festival etc. Check out our blog -TTD Brahmotsavam 2023: Dates, Significance, Tickets, & Legends 

Table of Content -

• Salakatla Brahmotsavams and Navarathri Brahmotsavams 2023 Schedule
• Ankurarpanam Schedule
• First Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam October 2023 Festival
• Second Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam October 2023 Festival
• Third Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 October Festival
• Fourth Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• Fifth Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• Sixth Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• Seventh Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• Eighth Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• Ninth Day Schedule of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 Festival
• TTD Vijayadasami Parveta Utsavam October 2023

Salakatla Brahmotsavams and Navarathri Brahmotsavams 2023 Schedule:

 
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, Tirupati also known as TTD has made the schedule of the Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 public. So, if you are planning to attend this magnificent festival at the Sri Venkateswara Swamyvari Temple, Tirumala then check out the complete schedule of Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 and important Vahanam and Darshanam timing with day and dates –

 

Special Programmes on Salakatla Brahmotsavams 2023 and Navarathri Brahmotsavams 2023:

 
Salakatla Brahmotsavams 2023 Dates: From 18-9-2023 to 26-9-2023 -

Salakatla Brahmotsavams has already been concluded in the month of September 2023. Here is some Special programmes schedule which took place during Salakatla Brahmotsavams –
 

• Dwajarohanam – 18-9-2023
• Garuda Vahanam – 22-9-2023
• Golden Chariot – 23-9-2023
• Rathotsavam – 25-9-2023
• Chakrasnanam – 26-9-2023

Navarathri Brahmotsavams 2023 Dates: From 15-10-2023 to 23-10-2023 -

TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavams is going to take place in the month of Octomber 2023. Here is some Special programmes' schedule which are going to take place during this Navarathi Brahmotsavams October 2023–

• Garuda Vahanam – 19-10-2023
• Pushpaka Vimanam – 20-10-2023
• Golden Chariot – 22-10-2023
• Chakrasnanam – 23-10-2023
• Parvetautsavam – 24-10-2023

Special Programmes and Complete Schedule of Navarathri Brahmotsavams 2023 at the Sri Venkateswara Swamyvari Temple, Tirumala –

 
Here is the complete schedule of the upcoming TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavams October 2023: 
 

1. Ankurarpanam –

 
Day and Date – Saturday; October 14, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 10.00 AM; 10.30 AM To 05.00 PM, and 07.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Ankurarpanam (Procession of Sri Senadhipathivaru Around Four Mada Streets in Connection with Ankurarpanam) – 7.00 PM To 8.00 PM

 
Ankurarpanam: Ankurarpanam is a significant ceremony that takes place at Tirumala's Navratri Brahmotsavam. This ceremony holds religious and spiritual significance and take place in the evening before the nine-day celebration begins. The word "ankurarpanam" means either "sowing the seeds" or "germination."

Dwajarohanam Program: The Navrathri Brahmotsavam officially begins with Dwajarohanam. On the temple's Dwajasthambham (flagpole), a sacred flag with the image of Lord Garuda is hoisted. This action denotes the beginning of the festival and the divine's presence.

 

2. Programs and Darshans on the First Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023 at TTD

 
Day and Date – Sunday; October 15, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 12.00 Noon; 12.30 PM To 04.00 PM, and 05.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Procession Of Utsava Deities in Gold Tiruchi – 9.00 AM To 11.00 AM
• Pedda Sesha Vahanam – 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM

Pedda Sesha Vahanam: Pedda Sesha Vahanam refers to the grand procession of Lord Venkateswara seated on the massive Adi Sesha (the divine serpent) as his Vahanam. It showcases the Lord's majestic form and power.

3. Programs and Darshans on the Second Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Monday; October 16, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 4.00 PM and 06.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Chinna Sesha Vahanam – 8.00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Hamsa Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Chinna Shesha Vahanam: Following Pedda Sesha Vahanam, there is a procession of Lord Venkateswara on a smaller Sesha (serpent) Vahanam, known as Chinna Sesha Vahanam. This represents the deity's accessibility to devotees in various forms.

Hamsa Vahanam: Hamsa Vahanam involves Lord Venkateswara seated on a swan vahanam, symbolizing purity and grace. This procession represents the divine incarnation of the Lord in all living things.

4. Programs and Darshans on the Third Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Tuesday; October 17, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 4.00 PM and 06.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Simha Vahanam – 8-00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Muthyapu Pandiri Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Simha Vahanam: In this procession, Lord Venkateswara is seen riding on a lion, emphasizing His valor and fearlessness as a protector of His devotees.


Muthyala Pallaki Vahanam:The god is carried throughout this ceremony in a palanquin that is decorated with pearls and valuable gemstones to represent His royal status and the abundance of devotion that His followers have offered.

5. Programs and Darshans on the Fourth Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Wednesday; October 18, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 4.00 PM and 06.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Kalpa Vriksha Vahanam – 8.00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Sarvabhoopala Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Kalpa Vruksha Vahanam: In the procession Lord Venkateswara is seated under the Kalpa Vriksha (wish granting tree), granting the wishes and desires of His devotees.


Sarva Bhoopala Vahanam: In this grand procession during Navarathri Brahmotsavam, Lord Venkateswara can be seen as the ultimate ruler of the universe, surrounded by several divine deities, acknowledging His absolute power.

6. Programs and Darshans on the Fifth Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Thursday; October 19, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 2.00 PM
• Poolangi Sarvadarsanam – 06.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Mohini Avataram (Nachiar Thirukkolam, Pallaki Utsavam) – 8.00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Garuda Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 12.00 Midnight

Mohini Avataram: In this procession the Lord Venkateswara can be seen in His Mohini avatar (a beautiful female form) highlighting His divine charm and grace.


Garuda Vahanam: During this procession the Lord Venkateswara can be seen riding on Garuda (the legendary eagle), which signifying His dominion over the skies and His omnipresence.

7. Programs and Darshans on the Sixth Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Friday; October 20, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 2.00 AM To 2.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 7.00 AM To 5.00 PM and 06.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Hanumantha Vahanam – 8.00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Pushpaka Vimanam – 4.00 PM To 5.00 PM
• Gaja Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Hanumantha Vahanam: During the Navarathri Brahmotsavam procession Hanumantha Vahanam showcases Lord Venkateswara seated on the shoulders of Lord Hanuman, highlighting the Lord Hanuman's strength and eternal devotion.


Pushpaka Vimanam: During the Navratri Brahmotsavam the Lord Venkateswara is seated on a divine flying Vahanam known as Pushpaka Vimanam. This is a stunning and colorful procession decorated with vibrant and fragrant flowers.

Pushpaka Vimanam procession represents the Lord's connection to the celestial realms and divine transportation.


Gaja Vahanam: In the Gaja Vahanam procession, Lord Venkateswara rides a magnificent, decorated elephant. In Hindu tradition, the elephant is seen as a representation of power, knowledge, and good fortune.

Lord Venkateswara's ascent of the Gaja Vahanam represents his role as the guardian and protector of His followers.

8. Programs and Darshans on the Seventh Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Saturday; October 21, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 11.00 AM; 12.00 Noon To 5.00 PM and 06.00 PM To 11.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 12.00 Midnight
• Surya Prabha Vahanam – 8.00 AM To 10.00 AM
• Chandra Prabha Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Surya Prabha Vahanam and Chandra Prabha Vahanam: These processions highlight Lord Venkateswara's connection with the sun and the moon, representing His control over cosmic elements.

9. Programs and Darshans on the Eighth Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Sunday; October 22, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham (Ekantham) – 1.00 AM To 1.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 3.00 AM To 4.00 PM and 6.00 PM To 11.30 PM
• Ekantha Seva – 12.00 Midnight.
• Golden Chariot – 7.15 AM
• Aswa Vahanam – 7.00 PM To 9.00 PM

Rathostavam: During the Rathotsavam Procession the Lord Venkateswara can be seen seated in various forms of chariots which signifying His willingness to come closer to His devotees.


Swarna Rathotsavam: Swarna Rathotsavam is the golden chariot procession where the deity is seated in a majestic chariot, drawing the attention of all devotees, and symbolizing His magnificence.


Ashwa Vahanam: During this procession the Lord Venkateswara can be seen riding on a horse which symbolizing His energy and swiftness in answering devotees' prayers.

10. Programs and Darshans on the Ninth Day of TTD Navarathri Brahmotsavam 2023

 
Day and Date – Monday; October 23, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham (Ekantham) – 1.00 AM To 1.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 3.00 AM To 9.00 AM; 9.30 AM To 5.00 PM, and 7.00 PM To 10.00 PM
• Ekantha Seva – 00.30 AM
• Pallaki Utsavam & Tiruchi Utsavam – 3.00 AM To 6.00 AM
• Snapana Thirumanjanam and Chakrasnanam – 6.00 AM To 9.00 AM

Pallaki Utsavam: In the Tirumala temple's Pallaki Utsavam, the presiding deity, Lord Venkateswara, is carried in a beautifully decorated palanquin or pallaki during a huge and majestic procession. Especially during the yearly Brahmotsavam, this procession is an important and breathtaking part of the temple's festivities.


Tiruchi Utsavam: Tiruchi Utsavam, also known as Pushpa Pallaki Utsavam or Flower Palanquin Festival, is a prominent occasion conducted at the Tirumala temple, especially during the yearly Brahmotsavam.


Snapana Thirumanjanam: The word Snapana Thirumanjanam means "sacred bath" or "ablution." During the Navratri Brahmotsavam, Lord Venkateswara receives a ceremonial bath. In Hinduism, this ceremony is extremely important since it represents the purification of the deity's holy aura and its rejuvenation.


Chakra Snanam: Chakra Snanam is a sacred bath ceremony where the Sudarshana Chakra (the divine discus of Lord Vishnu) is bathed in holy waters to purify it.

11. Programs and Darshans on the Occasion of TTD Vijayadasami Parveta Utsavam 2023

  Day and Date: Tuesday; October 24, 2023
 

• Suprabhatham – 3.00 AM To 3.30 AM
• Sarvadarsanam – 6.00 AM To 9.00 AM; 10.30 AM To 7.00 PM, and 8.00 PM To 00.30 AM
• Ekantha Seva – 1.00 AM
• Parveta Utsavam – 1.00 PM To 7.00 PM

Parveta Utsavam: Parveta Utsavam, which is also referred to as "Teppotsavam" or "Float Festival," is a prominent and vibrant occasion held at the revered shrine of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala.


Dwajaavarohanam: The ceremonial lowering of the temple flag, which represents the end of the festival, occurs at Dwajaavarohanam to mark the end of the Navratri Brahmotsavam.

To know more about the Brahmotsavam festival like - What is Brahmotsavam Festival?, Why we celebrate Brahmotsavam festival?, What are the legends assosciated with TTD Brahmotsavam festval?, Significance of Brahmotsavam, and rituals performed during Brahmotsavam festival etc. Check out our blog -TTD Brahmotsavam 2023: Dates, Significance, Tickets, & Legends