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Thrissur Festivals

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magnificent Pooram processions, temple rituals, and vibrant cultural celebrations

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Thrissur's Festival Grandeur

Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, is famed for its spectacular temple festivals, most notably the world-renowned Thrissur Pooram. The city comes alive with majestic processions, traditional percussion ensembles, and dazzling displays of decorated elephants and fireworks.

From the grandeur of Thrissur Pooram to the vibrant celebrations of Arattupuzha Pooram and Guruvayur Ekadasi, Thrissur’s festivals offer a mesmerizing blend of devotion, art, and heritage that attracts devotees, tourists, and culture enthusiasts from across the world.

Thrissur Pooram
Arattupuzha Pooram
Guruvayur Ekadasi
Cultural Performances
Thrissur Pooram festival
Thrissur Pooram grand procession with elephants and fireworks

🎊 Major Festivals of Thrissur

Thrissur Pooram Festival
April 7, 2026 Thrissur Pooram

Thrissur Pooram Festival

Thrissur Pooram, the mother of all temple festivals in Kerala, is known as the "Festival of Festivals." Conceived by Sakthan Thampuran in the 18th century, it brings together temples from surrounding regions in a grand display of devotion, featuring over 50 caparisoned elephants, the spectacular Kudamattom and the thunderous Panchari Melam performed by 200+ percussion artists.

Thekkinkadu Maidan, Thrissur.
Thanikkudam Bhagavathi Temple Vishu Samkramam Velacholam
April 14 & April 29, 2026 Temple Festival

Vishu Samkramam Velacholam and Prathishta Dinam Mahotsavam

The Thanikkudam Bhagavathi Temple in Thrissur, Kerala, celebrates the annual Vishu Samkramam Velacholam on April 14, welcoming the Malayalam New Year with offerings and cultural programs. The Prathishta Dinam Mahotsavam on April 29 features special poojas with offerings like rice, ghee, sugar, and jaggery, ensuring the continuity of sacred traditions.

Thanikkudam, Thrissur
Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple Vishukkani Darshan 2026
April 15, 2026 Vishukkani

Vishukkani Darshan

The sacred Vishukkani Darshan at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple marks the Malayalam New Year with early morning darshan, Nirmalyam, Abhishekam, and special Vishu rituals. Thousands of devotees gather to witness the auspicious sight of Lord Guruvayurappan, believed to bring prosperity and blessings for the year ahead.

Guruvayur, Thrissur
Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam Sree Uthralikkavu Bhagavathi Temple Thrissur Kerala 2026
May 10, 2026 Prathishta Mahotsavam

Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam

The Prathishta Dina Mahotsavam at Sree Uthralikkavu Bhagavathi Temple in Thrissur is a grand celebration marked by sacred rituals, Kazhcha Seeveli with elephants, Panchavadyam, Pandimelam and Deeparadhana. Devotees gather to witness the divine energy of the Goddess and participate in traditional ceremonies, cultural performances, and the grand Prasada Oottu.

Wadakkanchery, Thrissur
Kalavara Niraykkal 2026 Thrikkulasekharapuram Sree Krishna Swami Temple Kodungallur Thrissur Kerala Festival
15 - 21 April 2026 Festival

Kalavara Niraykkal 2026

The Kalavara Niraykkal at Thrikkulasekharapuram Sree Krishna Swami Temple, Kodungallur is a sacred ritual symbolizing prosperity and abundance. Held from April 15 to 21, 2026, devotees offer rice, grains, and coconuts to fill the temple granary as a mark of devotion. The festival includes special poojas, daily rituals, and evening Deeparadhana, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere in Thrissur.

Kodungallur, Thrissur
Vaishakha Masacharanam 2026 Nelluvai Sree Dhanwanthari Temple Thrissur Kerala Festival
18 April - 16 May 2026 Festival

Vaishakha Masacharanam 2026

The Vaishakha Masacharanam at Nelluvai Sree Dhanwanthari Temple is a highly sacred observance dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. Celebrated from April 18 to May 16, 2026, this auspicious period, also known as Madhava Masam, is believed to bring divine blessings and prosperity. The festival features Sreemad Bhagavata Sapthahams, daily Annadanam, Niramala, Chuttuvilakku and various special poojas creating a spiritually enriching atmosphere for devotees in Thrissur.

Nelluvai, Thrissur
Prathishtadina Mahotsavam 2026 Kadasapuram Mahadeva Temple Thrissur Kerala Festival
28 April 2026 Prathishtadina

Prathishtadina Mahotsavam 2026

The Prathishtadina Mahotsavam at Kadasapuram Mahadeva Kshetram, Mattathur, Thrissur is a highly sacred annual festival marking the consecration anniversary of the temple deity, Lord Mahadeva. Celebrated on April 28, 2026, the festival includes Udayasthamana Pooja, Ganapathi Homam, Kalashabhishekam, and various special rituals performed with Vedic traditions.

Mattathur, Thrissur

Dhanwanthari Maha Yajnam and Sahasranama Japam at Nellankara Sree Dhanwanthari Temple Thrissur
8–10 May 2026 Yajnam & Japam

Dhanwanthari Maha Yajnam and Sahasranama Japam 2026

The Dhanwanthari Maha Yajnam and Sahasranama Japam at Nellankara Sree Dhanwanthari Temple, Thrissur is a sacred three-day festival dedicated to Lord Dhanwanthari, the divine healer. Held from May 8 to 10, 2026, the event features the powerful Vishnu Sahasranama Japam by 1000 mothers, along with Maha Yajnam, Lalitha Sahasranama Parayanam, devotional bhajans, and spiritual discourses, offering divine blessings for health, prosperity, and well-being.

Nellankara, Thrissur

Thalappoli Festival at Parakkottukavu Temple Thiruvilwamala Thrissur Kerala Kodiyettam Panchavadyam Kudamattam fireworks procession
10 May 2026 Thalappoli

Thalappoli 2026

The Thalappoli Festival at Parakkottukavu Temple, Thiruvilwamala, Thrissur is a grand annual celebration dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi. The festival features the sacred Kodiyettam, traditional Panchavadyam, vibrant Kudamattam and spectacular fireworks displays. Devotees witness majestic processions, folk art performances, and divine rituals that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Kerala temple traditions.

Thiruvilwamala, Thrissur

Adanivedyam at Kavilakkad Sree Durgadevi Temple Chittanjoor Thrissur Kerala Temple Offering Ritual
May 15 2026 Adanivedyam Offering

Adanivedyam

The Adanivedyam at Kavilakkad Sree Durgadevi Temple located in Chittanjoor, Thrissur, Kerala, is a sacred weekly offering dedicated to Goddess Durga. Conducted on every Friday of the year 2026, devotees can participate by booking in advance. The ritual includes traditional Kerala Devi poojas, mantra chanting, and special nivedyam offerings, believed to bring prosperity, protection, and spiritual well-being to devotees.

Chittanjoor, Thrissur

Poomoodal with Ashtapadi at Kavilakkad Sree Durgadevi Temple Thrissur Kerala Temple Festival
May 15 2026 Poomoodal with Ashtapadi

Poomoodal with Ashtapadi

The Poomoodal with Ashtapadi at Kavilakkad Sree Durgadevi Temple, located in Thrissur, Kerala, is a sacred devotional ritual dedicated to Goddess Durga Devi. This divine ceremony includes the offering of fresh flowers through the Poomoodal ritual along with soulful Ashtapadi chanting, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere. Devotees participate with devotion, seeking blessings for prosperity, protection, and peace. The event also includes prasadam distribution and traditional temple poojas conducted with great reverence.

Chittanjoor, Thrissur

Prathistadina Mahotsavam at Sri Kaikulangara Karuthakkodu Mahadeva Temple Kadangode Thrissur Kerala Temple Festival
28 May 2026 Prathistadina Mahotsavam

Prathistadina Mahotsavam 2026

The Prathistadina Mahotsavam at Sri Kaikulangara Karuthakkodu Mahadeva Temple, located in Kadangode, Chembadi, Thrissur, Kerala, is a sacred consecration anniversary festival dedicated to Lord Mahadeva. This divine celebration is observed with powerful Vedic rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, Navakam, Panchagavyam, and Ucha Pooja, along with traditional cultural programs like Thayambaka performance.

Kadangode, Thrissur