Tirumala December 2025: Important Dates, Festivals & Planner
Tirumala December 2025: key festival windows, Dhanurmasam start, Adhyayanotsavams & Vaikuntha planning. Crowd/booking tips included—save this month plan.
- Tirumala December 2025 highlights: Dhanurmasam begins (mid-December, expected around 16 Dec), daily Tiruppavai recitation, and Adhyayanotsavams through late Dec into Jan.
- Vaikuntha window: Falls in late Dec/early Jan—exact Vaikunta Ekadasi date/time will be confirmed by TTD.
- Plan now: Align ₹300 Special Entry / SSD with rooms (TTD-only on hill), arrive 2–3 hrs early, and follow festival traffic plans.
Tirumala December 2025 is about devotion in the brisk Margazhi air—Dhanurmasam, Tiruppavai in the mornings, and Adhyayanotsavams building towards the Vaikuntha period. Use this people-first planner to sync dates, tickets, and stay with crowd reality.
Tirumala December 2025 – month-at-a-glance (IST)
Dates below are planning cues based on the traditional calendar. Final schedules come from TTD’s monthly notices and the temple almanac.
| Window / Date (IST) | What’s happening | Notes & tips |
|---|---|---|
| Early Dec | Mokshada Ekadashi / Gita Jayanti (lunar) | Expect devotional recitations; regular darshan flows with moderate crowds. |
| Around 16 Dec | Dhanurmasam begins | Pre-dawn Tiruppavai recitations start; dress warm, reach early for morning sevas. |
| 16 Dec – mid-Jan | Daily Tiruppavai & Dhanurmasam poojas | Strong morning footfall; plan breakfast at Annaprasadam halls. |
| Late Dec | Adhyayanotsavam – Pagal Pathu/Raapathu starts | 20-day festival of Divya Prabandham; evening recitations & processions. Some routine sevas may be rescheduled. |
| Late Dec / Early Jan | Vaikuntha window (Vaikunta Dwaram) | TTD confirms exact Ekadasi date/time. Expect 🔴 peak crowds and special traffic plans. |
| Full Moon (Pournami) | Monthly Garuda Seva (subject to festival adjustments) | Evening crowds spike; arrive before sunset for viewing. |
| All month (selected days) | Sahasra Deepalankarana Seva | If adjusted for festivals, TTD will notify; check release notes. |
Tickets & booking map for Tirumala December 2025
- ₹300 Special Entry Darshan: Best for families and seniors. Slots release in advance and sell out fast. If you missed them, pivot to SSD tokens or plan free darshan with a buffer.
- Sarva Darshan (Free) with SSD tokens (offline): Tokens help you report in a time slot. If tokens pause due to festival crowd control, volunteers guide you to the direct free queue.
- Sevas/DIP: Monthly releases + electronic DIP for select sevas (Suprabhatam/Thomala/Archana/Ashtadala). Some sevas may be adjusted during Adhyayanotsavams—watch the advisory.
Accommodation during Tirumala December 2025
- Hill rooms are TTD-only (no private hotels). Book online and match your check-in slot (00:00–12:00 or 12:01–23:59) to your darshan plan.
- If online rooms are gone, try CRO/MBC-34 counters at dawn for current booking. Keep a Tirupati city backup and commute by bus/jeep on peak days.
Crowd forecast (🟢🟡🔴) for the month
- Tue–Thu (non-festival): 🟡 smoother; good for ₹300/SSD success.
- Fri–Sun: 🔴 high; build larger buffers and prefer early reporting.
- Late Dec (Adhyayanotsavams): 🔴 evening peaks around recitations/processions.
- Vaikuntha window: 🔴 extreme; expect one-way barricading around Mada Streets and Pushkarini.
How to pair darshan + room + travel (Step 2 of 5)
- Fix dates using this Tirumala December 2025 planner.
- Book darshan (₹300 / Sevas / SSD plan) inside TTD systems.
- Secure rooms with the right check-in slot.
- Reach the hill 2–3 hours early; festival traffic can add 45–90 minutes.
- Use Annaprasadam canteens for steady meals; keep elders hydrated.
Know Before You Go — mobile checklist
- Booking receipts/QRs (phone + print)
- Government photo ID for all adults
- Warm shawl, light layers for early mornings
- Power bank, refillable bottle, ORS sachets
- Modest dress, footwear bag, small snacks for kids
Pro tips (local style)
- For morning darshan during Dhanurmasam, stay on the hill or catch the first hill bus from Alipiri.
- On festival evenings, choose a fixed meet-up point for your group near the outer corridors.
- If you didn’t get ₹300, SSD + disciplined timing is surprisingly effective on weekdays.
- Always book via official TTD channels; ignore personal UPI/“VIP” offers.
Common mistakes (avoid these)
- Assuming Vaikuntha is a single day—flows usually extend across a window.
- Booking a morning darshan with a post-noon room check-in—align your slot.
- Reaching Tirumala minutes before the slot; last-mile crowd control can be heavy.
- Expecting all daily sevas to run unchanged during Adhyayanotsavams—some get rescheduled.
Mini-FAQ on Tirumala December 2025
Will Vaikunta Ekadasi be in December 2025?
It usually falls in late Dec or early Jan. Wait for TTD’s official confirmation of date/time and entry arrangements.
Is there a special ticket for Vaikunta Dwaram?
TTD announces quotas/arrangements closer to the window. Book only on the TTD portal/app or follow free/SSD guidance.
Do monthly Garuda Sevas happen during Adhyayanotsavams?
Often, yes, but they can be adjusted. Check the week’s advisory on arrival.
Plan Tirumala December 2025 around Dhanurmasam, Adhyayanotsavams, and the Vaikuntha window. Align darshan, rooms, and travel inside official channels, add smart buffers, and focus on a peaceful, devotional month on the hill.
Byline: By Tirumala Tirupati Online Team
Last Updated (IST): 06 December 2025
Last Reviewed: 06 December 2025 — ✅ Verified by TTO Editorial Team
