The Ekadasi day in the Sukla Paksha of the month of Dhanu (December 15 – January 15) is celebrated on a grand scale. Elephant processions, circumambulating the temple, art performances, Oil lamp illuminations, panchavadyam, drum concert etc. mark the day. 10 days long Sangeethothsava (Festival of classical Music) precedes the Ekadasi Festival. source:thiruvambadytemple.com

These shots were taken on 21st Dec 2015.