Thrissur Festivals - Kerala Temple Festivals

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 grand procession with elephants and fireworks

🎊 Major Festivals of Thrissur

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

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

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

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