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Upcoming Events & Festivals in Kasaragod

Kasaragod Upcoming Events & Festivals

Kasaragod is a beautiful city in Kerala, India. It has a rich history and culture, which makes it an ideal destination for travelers from all over the world. The region has many festivals and events that are celebrated throughout the year by its residents:

Theyyam Festival

Theyyam Festival - The Theyyam Festival is one of the most important festivals in Kasaragod. It is a unique blend of ritual, dance, and drama.

This festival is celebrated on the day after Onam (this year it falls on August 1). At this time people visit temples to see the representation of Gods and Goddesses during their worship processions. The temple priests perform various rituals for them as well as for themselves before they go home. In some cases you can also see them performing on streets or near houses at night time when they are returning home after completing their duties at temple premises!

Theyyam artists dress up like deities with masks made out of mud which represent faces similar to human beings but with horns coming out from both sides making them look fierce in appearance! They wear colourful costumes that vary according to region while dancing around poles representing different themes such as animals like elephants etc., trees etc., humans etc., snakes etc., fish!

Kumbala Mahotsavam

Kumbala Mahotsavam is a 10-day festival celebrated in the Kumbala town of Kasaragod. It is a celebration of the town's rich cultural heritage.

The festival begins with the lighting of lamps in temples, churches and other places on the first day (Brahmotsavam). This is followed by ‘Vinayaka Chaturthi' where people worship Lord Vinayaka with lamps and other offerings on this day only. On another day, 'Kumbala Varsham', people visit temples to get blessings from their deities as well as perform rituals such as pooja etc., during this time period

Chandanakudam

Chandanakudam is a popular festival celebrating the birth of Prophet Muhammad. It is celebrated in the Malik Deenar Juma Masjid, one of the oldest mosques in Kasaragod. Chandanakudam also includes devotional music and cultural events such as kettuvazhi songs and dance performances.

Bekal Utsav 

Bekal Utsav is a three-day festival celebrated in the Bekal Fort. The festival showcases the rich cultural heritage of Kasaragod. It is also known as “Bekal Dusheri” which means “Bekal Festival” in Malayalam. The word dusuri means festivity or celebration and hence this festival marks an occasion for both Hindus and Muslims living in Kasaragod to celebrate their festivals together.

The main highlight of this festival is that it attracts tourists from all over India who come here to enjoy its cultural heritage and cuisine as well as participate in various activities like sports tournaments, dances etcetera

Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam

Kanathoor Nalvar Bhoothasthanam is a temple festival celebrated in the Kanathoor village of Kasaragod Temples and pilgrimage sites. The festival is known for its unique rituals and traditional music.

The day before the auspicious day, people gather at temples and perform rituals to seek blessings from deities. The next day, thousands of devotees gather at Kanathoor Bhagavathy Temple to participate in this important event which includes singing folk songs, carrying on head various types of utensils as well as performing dances like Kudiyattam (a traditional form of dance).

Anandashramam Vidyarthi Sangamam 

Anandashramam Vidyarthi Sangamam is an annual festival celebrated in the Anandashramam School. The festival is a celebration of art, culture and education.

In this year’s occasion, it will be held at Rajagiri College Ground on Friday, September 21st from 10:30 AM onward with a cultural program and march towards Kalpetta town where there will be cultural programs for children as well as adults.

Mulleria Kaliyattam 

Mulleria Kaliyattam - Mulleria Kaliyattam is a traditional folk festival celebrated in the Mulleria village of Kasaragod. The festival is known for its unique dance and music.

The main event of this festival is the performance by local artists who gather together to create a show for their audience, which includes various folk dances such as Garuda Kavu (the dance with peacocks), Nalagirathangal (dance with drums), Pala Chalavanthu (the art form of Kannadhas) and Veena Santhepanam.

Adooru Gajamela 

Adooru Gajamela - Adooru Gajamela is a spectacular elephant procession that takes place in the Adooru village of Kasaragod. The festival attracts thousands of visitors every year.

The festival is held on the first Sunday after Holi, and it lasts for about 3 days. During this time, elephants are paraded around the streets and through villages before being sacrificed in front of their homes at nightfall. The sacrifice is believed to give blessings to all those who participated in it with good health and prosperity for them as well as their families

Kasaragod Flower Show 

The Kasaragod Flower Show is an annual event that showcases the best of the region's flora and fauna. The event features a range of competitions, exhibitions, and demonstrations.

The first edition of this festival was held in 1985 at Muthi Vazhuthi Hall near Kannoor town with participation from around 20 farmers' associations from different parts of the Kasaragod district. It was organized by Kerala Paddy Marketing Board (KPMB) and their aim was to promote local products through various events like flower shows etc., which would help in increasing demand for local paddy as well as other agricultural produce such as vegetables etc.,

Kasaragod Beach Festival

The Kasaragod Beach Festival is a popular event that takes place on the region's stunning beaches. The festival includes a range of activities, including water sports, cultural performances, and food stalls.

The two-day festival offers visitors a chance to enjoy the beautiful view of Kasaragod's beaches while also enjoying live performances from local artists and musicians as well as delicious food items made by local vendors.

Kudumbamela 

Kudumbamela is a family-oriented festival celebrated in the Badiadka village of Kasaragod. The festival is a celebration of the region's agricultural heritage, which dates back to at least 2500 BC, when it was an important centre for trade between South India and Mesopotamia. The people here practiced slash-and-burn agriculture, growing millets and other crops on small patches of land. They also hunted buffalo and elephants for meat or ivory bones that were used as raw material for jewelry making or construction purposes.

The Kudumbamela Festival occurs during April/May every year when farmers come together to celebrate their traditional skills by building straw houses called 'kutambu'. These structures are then decorated with flowers and fruits before being set alight so they can be used as shelters during monsoon season

Nityanandashramam Aradhana 

Nityanandashramam Aradhana is a festival celebrated in the Nityanandashramam, a popular ashram in Kasaragod. The festival is a celebration of the life and teachings of Swami Nityananda.

The temple was founded by Sadguru Swami Ravidas Sadguru Swamy in 1830 A.D., who later became known as Sadguru Swami Nityananda. After his death on May 3rd 1883 at age 82 years old, his disciples continued his work within this spiritual place located near Malabar Hill area at Kunnumpuram village near Kasargod town where they lived peacefully under one roof along with their families until they passed away themselves some time later due to various reasons including old age diseases etc...

Panchavadyam Festival

Panchavadyam Festival is a celebration of traditional music and dance. The festival features performances by some of the region's most talented musicians and dancers, who will be joined by other artists to perform at different venues throughout Kasaragod.

The Panchavadyam Festival has been held since 2000 as part of the annual cultural program by the Government of Kerala. It was started with an aim to promote traditional arts such as Kathakali, Thullal (traditional music), Koodiyattom (dance) and Vatrayanam (folklore).

Kavil Bhootha Festival

Kavil Bhootha Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in the Kavil village of Kasaragod. The festival is known for its unique rituals and vibrant costumes.

The main aim of this celebration is to worship Lord Shiva, who has been believed to be present in the form of a cow (kaviyeri). The festival also includes other gods like Murugan and Kartikeya as well as Hindu deities like Surya, Chandra Bhagavan and Indrajit.