Kerala Festivals 2023
Kerala, located in the southwestern region of India, is known for its rich Hindu culture and traditions. The state is home to a large Hindu population, and Hindu festivals play an important role in the daily life of its people.
Some of the most famous Hindu festivals celebrated in Kerala include:
Onam: Celebrated in August/September, Onam is one of the most important festivals in Kerala and is celebrated to mark the harvest season. It is a 10-day festival that is steeped in mythology and is celebrated with traditional music, dance, and food.
Vishu: Celebrated in April, Vishu is a Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the Malayalam New Year. It is celebrated with prayers, offerings to Lord Vishnu, and a traditional feast.
Thrissur Pooram: Celebrated in April/May, Thrissur Pooram is one of the largest and most famous temple festivals in Kerala. It is a grand celebration that features processions, music, and dance, and is attended by thousands of people from all over the state.
Each of these festivals has its own unique significance and is celebrated in its own unique way. For example, Onam is a harvest festival that is celebrated with traditional music, dance, and food, while Thrissur Pooram is a grand celebration that features processions, music, and dance.
In addition to festivals, Kerala is also known for its rich tradition of classical dance and music, with Kathakali and Mohiniyattam being two of the most important forms. Each festival in Kerala has its own unique significance and is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. Let us look at the important festivals in Kerala that will be celebrated in 2023.
Upcoming Hindu Festivals 2023
DAY |
DATE |
FESTIVAL |
Monday |
OCT 09, 2023 |
Vettikode Ayilyam |
Saturday |
OCT 14, 2023 |
Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple Alpashy Utsavam |
Sunday |
OCT 15, 2023 |
Panachikadu Festival |
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
List of Hindu Holidays/Religious Calendar 2023
January
|
Friday |
JAN 06, 2023 |
Swati Sangeetolsavam |
Saturday |
JAN 14, 2023 |
Makaravilakku |
Tuesday |
JAN 31, 2023 |
Adoor Gajamela |
February
|
Sunday |
FEB 05, 2023 |
Thaipooya Mahotsavam |
Sunday |
FEB 05, 2023 |
Konganpada |
Monday |
FEB 13, 2023 |
Pariyanampetta Pooram |
Monday |
FEB 13, 2023 |
Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam |
Saturday |
FEB 18, 2023 |
Aluva Shivaratri |
Tuesday |
FEB 21, 2023 |
Machattu Mamangam |
Tuesday |
FEB 21, 2023 |
Ettumaanur Ulsavam |
Thursday |
FEB 23, 2023 |
Kuttikol Thampuratty theyyam |
Thursday |
FEB 23, 2023 |
Guruvayoor Utsavam |
Friday |
FEB 24, 2023 |
Guruvayoor Aanaottam |
Saturday |
FEB 25, 2023 |
Chettikulangara Bharani |
Tuesday |
FEB 28, 2023 |
Uthralikkavu Pooram |
Tuesday |
FEB 28, 2023 |
Ezhara Ponnana |
March
|
Thursday |
MAR 02, 2023 |
Muchilottu Kavu Theyyam |
Saturday |
MAR 04, 2023 |
Paripally Gajamela |
Monday |
MAR 06, 2023 |
Chottanikkara Ulsavam |
Monday |
MAR 06, 2023 |
Chinakkathoor Pooram |
Tuesday |
MAR 07, 2023 |
Attukkal Pongala |
Wednesday |
MAR 15, 2023 |
Valliyoor Kaavu |
Wednesday |
MAR 22, 2023 |
Othara Patayani |
Thursday |
MAR 23, 2023 |
Thirunakkara Aarattu |
Thursday |
MAR 23, 2023 |
Peruvanam Pooram |
Friday |
MAR 24, 2023 |
Ambalapuzha festival |
Friday |
MAR 24, 2023 |
Chamayavilakku |
Monday |
MAR 27, 2023 |
Malanada Kettukazhcha |
Monday |
MAR 27, 2023 |
Attuvela Mahotsavam |
Monday |
MAR 27, 2023 |
Kodungalloor Bharani |
Monday |
MAR 27, 2023 |
Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple Painkuni Utsavam |
April
|
Sunday |
APR 02, 2023 |
Nenmara Vallangi Vela |
Monday |
APR 03, 2023 |
Arattupuzha Pooram |
Tuesday |
APR 11, 2023 |
Thirumandhamkunnu Pooram |
Friday |
APR 14, 2023 |
Kadammanitta Patayani |
Friday |
APR 14, 2023 |
Mathoor Vinayaka Temple |
Saturday |
APR 15, 2023 |
Thirunelli |
Saturday |
APR 15, 2023 |
Vishu |
May
|
Wednesday |
MAY 10, 2023 |
Thrissur Pooram |
June
|
Friday |
JUN 02, 2023 |
Kottiyoor Utsavam |
July
|
Saturday |
JUL 03, 2023 |
Champakkulam Boat Race |
August
|
Tuesday |
AUG 01, 2023 |
Kumarakom Boat Race |
Saturday |
AUG 12, 2023 |
Nehru Trophy Boat Race |
Sunday |
AUG 20, 2023 |
Athachamayam |
Monday |
AUG 21, 2023 |
Payippad Boat Race |
Monday |
AUG 28, 2023 |
Thiruvonam |
September
|
Monday |
SEP 11, 2023 |
Aranmula Boat Race |
Monday |
SEP 11, 2023 |
Pulikali |
October
|
Monday |
OCT 09, 2023 |
Vettikode Ayilyam |
Saturday |
OCT 14, 2023 |
Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple Alpashy Utsavam |
Sunday |
OCT 15, 2023 |
Panachikadu Festival |
Sunday |
OCT 15, 2023 |
Navarathri |
Tuesday |
OCT 24, 2023 |
Navarathri Sangitholsavam |
November
|
Monday |
NOV 06, 2023 |
Mannarasala Ayilyam |
Tuesday |
NOV 14, 2023 |
Kalpathi Ratholsavam |
Thursday |
NOV 23, 2023 |
Guruvayoor Ekadasi |
December
|
Saturday |
DEC 02, 2023 |
Parassinikadavu , Kannur |
Tuesday |
DEC 05, 2023 |
Vaikathashtami Festival |
Monday |
DEC 25, 2023 |
Mullackal Cherappu |
No Festivals