The National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom, Vallarpadam, has released the official program schedule and feast notice for the Annual Feast Celebrations (September 16 to October 2, 2026). Devotees traveling from across India can access the full liturgical brochure and event guide directly.
Official Feast Notice PDF (2026)
National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom, Vallarpadam
Verified Official ScheduleMajor Highlights of the 2026 Feast Brochure
The brochure contains detailed schedules covering daily novenas, pastoral ministries, and prominent ceremonies:
- Main Feast Season: September 16 to September 24, 2026.
- Main Feast Day: Thursday, September 24, featuring the reception of the Archbishop of Verapoly and Paliyam family members, Moru Venchirippu (blessing of buttermilk), and multi-lingual Masses[cite: 3].
- Ettamadam (Octave): September 30 to October 1, 2026.
- Solemn 13-Hour Adoration & Flag Lowering: Friday, October 2, 2026.
Pilgrims are encouraged to save or print this schedule to easily coordinate Holy Qurbana attendances, confessions, and traditional thanksgiving offerings at the basilica.
