Thiruvonam arrives on 05 September 2025
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| Onam, the vibrant festival of Kerala, is cherished for its cultural splendour, traditional rituals, and the spirit of togetherness. This year, the celebrations will be observed from 26 August to 05 September, uniting Malayalis across the globe in festive joy.The spirit of Onam cames alive on 26 August 2025, as Atham Day ushers in Kerala’s iconic 10-day harvest festival.Thiruvonam, marking the culmination of Onam celebrations, arrives on Friday, 05 September 2025. |
| Savor the spirit of Onam |
| The festivities bring together devotion, joy, and tradition, highlighted by the grand Onasadya feast, vibrant Pookalam designs, and the thrilling Vallamkali boat races.Across Kerala, Thiruvonam is marked by the Onasadya, a grand vegetarian feast on banana leaves, celebrated as a symbol of prosperity and harmony. The celebrations are marked across Kerala with eco-friendly green protocols, thematic presentations, dazzling illuminations, vibrant food festivals, bustling fairs, and strict security for public gatherings. |
| Puli Kali: Kerala’s Iconic Tiger Dance |
| Puli Kali, also known as the “Tiger Dance,” is a dazzling and vibrant folk art festival celebrated during Onam in Kerala, India. The vibrant city of Thrissur is renowned for hosting the most spectacular Puli Kali performances. During the festival, the streets of Thrissur come alive with hundreds of performers painted as tigers and hunters, dancing to the beats of traditional percussion instruments. Thrissur’s grand Onam celebrations, with Puli Kali as one of the highlights, attract visitors from across the globe, making it the best place to witness the festival’s grandeur.Beyond its entertainment value, Puli Kali carries symbolic significance. Puli Kali has gained international acclaim through UNESCO cultural showcases, global tourism festivals, and widespread media documentaries that celebrate it as one of the most vibrant expressions of Kerala’s heritage |
| Celebrate Onam with games full of rhythm, rivalry, and festive cheer |
| During Onam 2025, the legendary ‘Vallamkali, came alive with a mesmerizing display of rhythm, competition, and festive spirit. |
| Set to captivate audiences in 2025, Kummattikali — the colorful mask dance widely performed in Thrissur and nearby districts — is a dynamic showcase of rhythm, color, and tradition |
| Onathallu, a traditional Onam martial art game, is witnessing a revival in 2025 through a dedicated campaign, inaugurated at Vazhakulam — the world’s largest pineapple market — on 31 August 2025, marking the start of efforts to revive this cherished cultural heritage.Apart from the competitive bouts, Onathallu in Kunnamkulam is deeply intertwined with community bonding and ritual significance. The matches are often preceded by traditional prayers and ceremonial music, adding a spiritual dimension to the sport. Villagers, young and old, gather along the streets or open grounds, cheering for participants, which fosters a sense of unity and collective celebration |
| On this joyous occasion of Onam, celebrating unity, togetherness and cherished traditions, the Editorial Team of News & Events extends warm wishes for a very HAPPY ONAM 2025 to everyone !!! |
