Celebrate Kerala
All Year Long
From the grandeur of Onam to the mystical Theyyam rituals β Kerala's festivals are living art forms. Plan your visit around them.
Thrissur Pooram 2026
The world's most spectacular temple festival β 100 decorated elephants, competing percussion orchestras and Asia's most celebrated fireworks display.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2026
India's most famous boat race β 100-oar snake boats with 100+ rowers racing on Punnamada Lake before 150,000 spectators each August.
Onam Festival 2026
Kerala's greatest harvest festival β floral carpets, snake boat races, the Onam Sadya feast and the mythical return of King Mahabali.
Theyyam Season 2026β27
400+ deity manifestations performed at rural temple festivals across Kannur from November to April β the most authentic living ritual tradition in India.
Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2026
Asia's largest contemporary arts festival β 108 days, artists from 40+ countries across Fort Kochi's historic colonial venues.
Vishu Festival 2027
Kerala's astronomical new year β the Vishukkani first-sight ritual, fireworks at dawn, and the Vishu Kaineetam gift-giving tradition.