Kedarnath Temple to Close for Winter on November 11
Kedarnath Dham's doors will close for winter around 8:30 AM on November 11, followed by a ceremonial procession of the deity to Ukhimath.
Current Summary
The Kedarnath Dham Yatra, which began on April 22, 2026, is set to close for winter on November 11, coinciding with Bhai Dooj. The temple's doors will shut around 8:30 AM, after which the Panchmukhi Utsav Idol of Lord Kedarnath will be taken in a ceremonial procession to the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, where winter worship will continue until the shrine reopens next season. The temple has recorded high pilgrim footfall this year. Pilgrims wishing to have darshan before the closure have been advised to plan their visit before November 11.
What We Know
- Kedarnath Dham will close for winter around 8:30 AM on November 11, coinciding with Bhai Dooj.
- The Panchmukhi Utsav Idol of Lord Kedarnath will be moved in procession to Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath for winter worship.
- The Kedarnath Yatra began on April 22, 2026, and has seen high pilgrim footfall this season.
What Is Still Unclear
- Exact reopening date for the 2027 season has not been announced.
Pilgrims wishing to have darshan before the winter closure should plan their visit before November 11.
What Changed
- 2 Nov, 06:50 amSignal detected: Kedarnath Temple to Close for Winter on November 11
Background
Kedarnath is one of the four Char Dham shrines in Uttarakhand, along with Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri, and closes annually for winter due to heavy snowfall, with worship shifting to Ukhimath.