Theyyam Festivals in December 2026
5 Theyyam festivals in December 2026 between 1 December and 2 January, including Karatt Sree Neeliyar Bhagavathy Kshethram, Payyannur Kokkanisheri Sri Kannangat Bhagavathi Kshethram and Sree Chandranellur Bhagavathy, Mahavishnu Temple. Performances usually start in the evening and run through the night; all dates are in Indian Standard Time.
Karatt Sree Neeliyar Bhagavathy Kshethram
· Ezhilode, Kannur
Theyyam forms: Neeliyar Bhagavathy, Vishnumoorthy, Vettakorumakan, Oorpazhashi, Kuttitheyyam, Memundanadu Vettakorumakan, Vadakkan Gulikan
Payyannur Kokkanisheri Sri Kannangat Bhagavathi Kshethram
· Payyannur, Kannur
Theyyam forms: Kannangat Bhagavathi, Koovalamthatt Bhagavathi, Vishnumoorthi, Madayil Chamundi, Raktha Chamundi, Kundor Chamundi, Puthiya Bhagavathi, Puliyoor Kannan
Sree Chandranellur Bhagavathy, Mahavishnu Temple
· Chandravayal, Kasargod
Theyyam forms: Uchitta Bhagavathy, Raktha Chamundi, Vishnumoorthy, Karimkuttichathan, Bhairavan, Kakkara Bhagvathy, Karuval Bhagavathy, Pottan Theyyam, Uchakuttichathan, Velutha Bhootham
Payyannur Kotti Sree Aadi Kannanghatt Bhagavathi Kshethram
· Payyannur, Kannur
Theyyam forms: Kannangattu Bhagavathy, Pullanthatt Bhagavathy, Puthiya Bhagavathy, Puliyoor Kannan, Kundor Chamundi, RakthaChamundi, Vishnumoorthy, Gulikan, Kuthoor Achan (Karnavar), Madayil Chamundi
Echoor Panniyottu Kariyil Vayalthira
· Echoor, Kannur
Theyyam forms: Puthiya Bhagavathy, Veerali, Paruthi Veeran, Gulikan, Vishnumoorthy, Chamundi, Bhadrakaali
Vayalthira Maholsavam
Frequently asked questions
Which Theyyam festivals are in December 2026?
5 Theyyam festivals in December 2026 between 1 December and 2 January, including Karatt Sree Neeliyar Bhagavathy Kshethram, Payyannur Kokkanisheri Sri Kannangat Bhagavathi Kshethram and Sree Chandranellur Bhagavathy, Mahavishnu Temple.
Can tourists attend Theyyam in December 2026?
Yes. Theyyam is a public temple ritual and most performances are open to all visitors, including non-Hindus and foreigners, usually without an entry fee. Dress modestly, arrive early and confirm the date with the temple.
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