Festivals across Kerala

Vibrant Festivals of Kerala

Experience Kerala festivals such as Onam, Thrissur Pooram, Theyyam, temple celebrations, and boat races, with a closer look at the traditions behind each event.

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A local guide to Kerala

Experience Kerala when the calendar comes alive

Kerala’s festivals bring together music, ritual, food, art, elephants, boats, and entire communities. Discover the stories behind Onam, Thrissur Pooram, Theyyam, temple celebrations, and boat races, while checking local dates before you travel.

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Vibrant Festivals of Kerala

Kumaranalloor Thrikkarthika

Festival listing (needs review)
Kottayam District
Status: Needs reviewInformation last verified: September 2026

The temple identity is supported, but the specific Kumaranalloor Thrikkarthika title, annual timing, and related details were not confirmed by an authoritative source. No dates, origin, or rituals are asserted.

Kumbla Sree Varaha Temple Car Festival

Attraction
Kasaragod District
Status: Needs reviewInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kasaragod District Administration: Tourist Places
Sources:

Details withheld pending official source review.

Lokanarkavu Utsavam

Temple festival
Kozhikode District
Status: VerifiedInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kozhikode District Administration: Lokanarkavu Temple
Sources:

The District Administration identifies the annual Mandala Utsavam, also called Lokanarkavu Utsavam, and Pooram at Lokanarkavu Temple.

Machattu Mamangam

Traditional Festival
Thrissur District
Status: Unverified

Historic festival at Vadakkanchery featuring traditional arts, cultural performances, and celebrating the ancient Mamangam traditions of Central Kerala.

Key Attractions:
Historic Mamangam Traditions Traditional Arts Cultural Performances
February-March (Malayalam month Kumbham)
320 km

Madhur Temple Festival

Attraction
Kasaragod District
Status: Needs reviewInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kasaragod District Administration: Tourist Places
Sources:

Details withheld pending official source review.

Malabar Mahotsavam

Attraction
Kozhikode District
Status: Needs review

Description withheld pending official source review.

Key Attractions:
Cultural Celebrations Traditional Arts Music & Dance
December-January (winter season)
420 km

Malanada Kettukazcha

Temple Festival
Kollam District
Status: VerifiedInformation last verified: September 2026Source: Kerala Tourism: Kollam Events & Festivals
Sources:

Kerala Tourism identifies Malanada Kettukazha as the annual festival of Malanada Duryodhana Temple at Poruvazhi and describes its decorated structures.

Key Attractions:
Decorated festival structures

Malappuram Nercha

Malappuram District
Status: Needs review

Description withheld pending official source review.

Mananchira Poovitta Nercha

Attraction
Kozhikode District
Status: Needs review

Description withheld pending official source review.

Key Attractions:
Religious Ceremonies Scenic Location Cultural Programs
Varies annually (Islamic calendar)
418 km

Mariyapuram Feast

Christian Festival
Idukki District
Status: Unverified

Annual feast at Harrisons Malayalam Church featuring religious celebrations, community gatherings, and blending Christian traditions with local hill station culture.

Key Attractions:
Church Celebrations Community Gatherings Religious Programs
May (annual feast)
190 km

Mullackal Chirappu

Temple Festival
Alappuzha District
Status: Unverified

Temple festival featuring traditional celebrations, cultural programs, and religious activities showcasing the spiritual heritage of Alappuzha region.

Key Attractions:
Temple Celebrations Cultural Programs Religious Activities
December-January (Malayalam month Dhanu-Makaram)
160 km

Navarathri

Religious Festival
Statewide District
Status: Unverified

The nine-night festival celebrating Goddess Durga across Kerala, marked by special prayers, classical cultural programs, and worship of the divine feminine power.

Key Attractions:
Goddess Durga Worship Nine Nights Celebration Classical Cultural Programs
September-October (Malayalam month Kanni)
Celebrated statewide

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