Tirumala January 2026 Festivals & Important Dates – Complete Guide

January is one of the most sacred and busiest months at Tirumala. Millions of devotees visit Lord Venkateswara Swamy during this period to seek blessings, especially because of Vaikunta Dwara Darshan and several important religious observances conducted by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.

This article gives you a complete and simple guide to:

• Vaikunta Dwara Darshan opening & closing dates

• Important festival days in Tirumala – January 2026

• Devotee tips for planning darshan

Vaikunta Dwara Darshan – January 2026

Vaikunta Dwara Darshan is considered one of the holiest darshans of Lord Vishnu. Devotees believe that passing through the Vaikunta Dwaram grants moksha (salvation).

🟢 Vaikunta Dwara Darshan Dates

• Opening Date: 30 December 2025

• Closing Date: 8 January 2026

• Total Days: 10 Days

During this period, the Vaikunta Dwaram (northern entrance) of Sri Venkateswara Temple remains open for devotees.

🔱 Vaikunta Ekadasi

• Date: 11 January 2026 (Sunday)
  This is the most sacred day of the Vaikunta Dwara period and attracts the highest crowd.

🔱 Vaikunta Dwadasi

• Date: 12 January 2026 (Monday)
  On this day, Teertha Mukkoti is observed at Swami Pushkarini, where devotees take a holy dip.

Important Religious Events in Tirumala – January 2026

Here are the key religious days and temple events every devotee should know:

📅 January 2026 Important Dates

Ratha Saptami – Mini Brahmotsavam

Ratha Saptami is also called Mini Brahmotsavam at Tirumala.

🚩 Ratha Saptami Details

• Date: 25 January 2026

• Lord Venkateswara Swamy is taken in seven different vahana processions in a single day.

• This festival symbolizes Surya (Sun God) worship.

• It is considered equal to attending Brahmotsavam.

Sankranti Festival at Tirumala

During Makara Sankranti, Tirumala temple is beautifully decorated and special offerings are made.

🌾 Sankranti Dates

• Bhogi: 13 January 2026

• Makara Sankranti: 14 January 2026

• Kanuma: 15 January 2026

Devotees visiting during Sankranti experience traditional South Indian devotional celebrations.

Darshan & Crowd Information – January 2026

• Heavy crowd expected:

  • Vaikunta Dwara Darshan days

  • Vaikunta Ekadasi & Dwadasi

  • Ratha Saptami

  • Sankranti holidays

• Moderate crowd:

  • After 16 January till end of month (except weekends)

Important Tips for Devotees

✔ Book darshan tickets well in advance
✔ Expect long waiting hours during Vaikunta period
✔ Prefer weekday darshan for shorter queues
✔ Follow dress code and temple guidelines strictly
✔ Avoid agents – use official TTD booking channels only

Why January Is Special at Tirumala

January combines:

• Spiritual power of Vaikunta Dwara Darshan

• Seasonal festivals like Sankranti

• Grand celebrations like Ratha Saptami

• A divine start to the New Year

For many devotees, visiting Tirumala in January is considered highly auspicious and spiritually fulfilling.

🙏 Final Note from Tirupati Helps

If you are planning a Tirumala visit in January 2026, plan early, stay patient, and focus on devotion rather than crowd concerns. Lord Venkateswara Swamy blesses every devotee who comes with true faith.