Land of Thrissur Pooram · Festival Capital

Thrissur Festivals

Experience the grandeur of Kerala’s festival capital —
magnificent Pooram processions, temple rituals, and vibrant cultural celebrations

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

Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple East Nada Thrissur Kerala Temple Festival
01 - 08 June 2026 Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam

Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam 2026

The Srimad Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnam at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple, located at East Nada, Guruvayur, Thrissur, Kerala, is a sacred spiritual gathering dedicated to Lord Guruvayurappan. The yajnam features Bhagavatha Parayanam, Mahatmyam, Narasimha Avataram, Sreekrishna Avataram, and Rukmini Swayamvaram recitals led by renowned spiritual scholars and devotees. The seven-day devotional event offers a divine atmosphere filled with bhakti, spiritual discourses, and sacred prayers.

Guruvayur, Thrissur

International Narayaneeya Conference at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple Guruvayur Thrissur Kerala Temple Festival
23 - 24 May 2026 Narayaneeya Conference

International Narayaneeya Conference 2026

The International Narayaneeya Conference 2026 associated with Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple, located at Guruvayur, Thrissur, Kerala, is a grand spiritual gathering dedicated to the divine glory of Lord Guruvayurappan and the sacred Narayaneeyam. Organized by Haridasji Institute of Narayaneeyam Studies & Research Centre (HINSRC), the conference includes Sampoorna Narayaneeya Parayanam, spiritual discourses, Guru Pada Pooja, Guru Vandanam, scholars’ meets, public discussions, Tamil devotees’ gatherings, book releases, and traditional cultural programs.

Guruvayur, Thrissur

Brahmavellattu Mahotsavam at Attur Swamiyar Madom Vishnumaya Temple Thrissur Kerala Temple Festival
May 19 - 20,2026 Brahmavellattu

Brahmavellattu Mahotsavam 2026

The Brahmavellattu Mahotsavam at Attur Swamiyar Madom Vishnumaya Temple, located at Attur, Thrissur, Kerala, is a sacred annual temple festival dedicated to Vishnumaya Swami. The festival features powerful rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, Abhishekam, traditional Kathakali (Vishnumaya Charitham), devotional music, percussion performances, Annadanam, Veeranatyam, Shiva Thandavam, and special remedial poojas, attracting devotees from across Kerala for divine blessings and spiritual fulfillment.

Attur, Thrissur