Vibrant Festivals in Kollam

Kollam Pooram

Temple Festival
Kollam District

Spectacular temple festival featuring decorated elephants, traditional percussion, fireworks, and cultural performances, showcasing the rich temple traditions of Kerala.

Key Attractions:
Decorated Elephants Traditional Percussion Fireworks Display
April-May (Malayalam month Medam)
70 km

Oachira Kali

Traditional Sports Festival
Kollam District

Unique mock battle festival performed in muddy rice fields, representing the victory of good over evil through traditional Kerala martial arts and ritualistic combat.

Key Attractions:
Mock Battle Performances Traditional Martial Arts Ritualistic Combat
June (Malayalam month Mithunam)
85 km

Malanada Kettukazcha

Temple Festival
Kollam District

Magnificent temple festival at Poruvazhi featuring colorful structured pavilions (Kettukazcha), traditional arts, and community celebrations showcasing local craftsmanship.

Key Attractions:
Decorated Pavilions (Kettukazcha) Traditional Craftsmanship Cultural Displays
March-April (Malayalam month Meenam)
95 km

Chamayavilakku Festival

Traditional Festival
Kollam District

Unique cross-dressing festival at Kottankulangara where men dress as women to perform traditional dances and rituals, celebrating gender fluidity in Kerala traditions.

Key Attractions:
Cross-dressing Rituals Traditional Dances Cultural Performances
March-April (Malayalam month Meenam)
80 km

Anchal Gudi Festival

Temple Festival
Kollam District

Traditional temple festival featuring elaborate rituals, cultural performances, and community celebrations reflecting the local traditions and spiritual heritage of Kollam.

Key Attractions:
Temple Rituals Cultural Performances Traditional Music
February-March (Malayalam month Kumbham)
75 km

Kottarakkara Ganapathy Temple Festival

Temple Festival
Kollam District

Annual temple festival dedicated to Lord Ganapathy, featuring traditional rituals, cultural programs, and community festivities celebrating the remover of obstacles.

Key Attractions:
Ganapathy Rituals Traditional Ceremonies Cultural Programs
January-February (Malayalam month Makaram)
65 km