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Malappuram Festivals

Experience the colorful temple festivals of Malappuram —
age-old rituals, vibrant celebrations, and the rich cultural heritage of Kerala

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Malappuram's Festival Spirit

Malappuram, a land of heritage and devotion, is famous for its vibrant temple festivals and rich cultural traditions. The district celebrates its spiritual legacy with colorful processions, intricate rituals, and classical art forms that reflect the heart of Kerala.

From the grand Kottakkal Pooram to the revered Thiruvonam Mahotsavam at local temples, and the unique Makkiyil Utsavam, Malappuram’s festivals bring together devotion, music, and communal celebration, attracting devotees from across the region.

10+ Major Festivals
Temple Processions & Rituals
Traditional Kerala Art Forms
Malappuram temple festival
Kottakkal Pooram Malappuram

🎊 Major Festivals of Malappuram

Ashtamangala Prashnam Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple
April 2 – 3, 2026 Temple Festival

Ashtamangala Prashnam 2026

The Ashtamangala Prashnam 2026 at Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple, Malappuram is a traditional Hindu astrological ceremony conducted to identify and address spiritual, material, and environmental imbalances. Under the guidance of Tantri, Temple Elders, and Vattamkulam Suresh Kumar Panicker, devotees can participate in sacred rituals and receive blessings for the coming year.

Kokkur, Malappuram
Kottakkal Vishwambhara Temple Utsavam 2026
April 12 – 18, 2026 Temple Festival

Utsavam 2026

The Utsavam 2026 at Kottakkal Sree Vishwambhara Temple, Malappuram is a grand annual celebration filled with traditional rituals, Kodiyettam, Utsava Bali, and vibrant cultural programs. Devotees gather to witness the divine Ezhunnallathu procession and the spiritually significant Aarattu ceremony, making it a deeply enriching temple festival experience in Kerala.

Kottakkal, Malappuram
Thiruvutsavam 2026 Sree Pookottu Mahadeva Temple Kizhakkanela Kerala Festival
May 21 – 23, 2026 Thiruvutsavam

Thiruvutsavam 2026

The Thiruvutsavam 2026 at Sree Pookottu Mahadeva Temple, Kizhakkanela, held on May 21–23, 2026, is a sacred annual festival featuring Kodiyettam, Kalam Pattu, special Maha Shiva Poojas, traditional percussion performances, and a majestic Gajaveeran procession that creates a spiritually uplifting atmosphere filled with devotion and rich Kerala temple traditions.

Kizhakkanela, Malappuram