In 2024, the picturesque state of Kerala will celebrate its festivals intertwined with religious diversity and cultural richness. The year kicks off with the grand celebration of Vishu, the Malayalam New Year, marked by the Vishukani ritual where auspicious items are arranged to symbolize prosperity. Elaborate feasts, traditional art forms, and vibrant processions characterize this joyous occasion.
Kerala's renowned temple festivals add a mystical allure to the cultural landscape. The Thrissur Pooram, held at the Vadakkunnathan Temple, captivates with its spectacular display of caparisoned elephants, rhythmic percussion, and dazzling fireworks. Devotees and tourists alike gather to witness this grand spectacle, a testament to the state's religious fervor.
Onam, the harvest festival, transcends religious boundaries, uniting Keralites in a spirit of camaraderie. The ten-day festivities feature the iconic snake boat races, intricate floral carpets known as Pookalam, traditional dances like Kathakali, and sumptuous Onam Sadhya feasts.
Kerala also celebrates Diwali as a grand affair with crackers bursting and homes adorned with lit lamps, giving the landscape a heavenly grace.
As 2024 unfolds, Kerala's festivals continue to be a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, weaving together the cultural fabric that defines the spirit of "God's Own Country." The festivities not only uphold religious significance but also serve as a testament to Kerala's inclusive ethos, celebrating unity amidst diversity.
DAY | DATE | FESTIVAL |
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Sunday | JUL 28, 2024 | Ashtami |
Monday | JUL 29, 2024 | Navami |
Wednesday | JUL 31, 2024 | Kamika Ekadasi |
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Tuesday | JUL 02, 2024 | Yogini Ekadasi |
Wednesday | JUL 03, 2024 | Pradosham Vratam |
Friday | JUL 05, 2024 | Amavasya |
Friday | JUL 05, 2024 | Anvadhan |
Saturday | JUL 06, 2024 | Ishti |
Monday | JUL 08, 2024 | Al-Hijra, Islamic New Year |
Thursday | JUL 11, 2024 | Shasti Vratam |
Sunday | JUL 14, 2024 | Ashtami |
Monday | JUL 15, 2024 | Navami |
Tuesday | JUL 16, 2024 | Karkatakam Sankramam |
Wednesday | JUL 17, 2024 | Muharram, Day of Ashura, Devshayani Ekadasi |
Friday | JUL 19, 2024 | Pradosham Vratam |
Sunday | JUL 21, 2024 | Purnima |
Sunday | JUL 21, 2024 | Anvadhan, Guru Poornima |
Monday | JUL 22, 2024 | Ishti |
Sunday | JUL 28, 2024 | Ashtami |
Monday | JUL 29, 2024 | Navami |
Wednesday | JUL 31, 2024 | Kamika Ekadasi |