Festivals in Kerala

Cochin Carnival

Cochin Carnival is a merry making feast observed during the last week of every year in Fort Kochi in Kerala. The carnival dates back to the Portuguese New Year revelry held here during the colonial days.

It has evolved as an occasion for the youth to enjoy the party-like atmosphere. With unique games, competitions and illumination during these days, Fort Kochi puts on a festive look. The highlight of the Carnival is the massive procession on the New Year Day.

The procession is led by a caparisoned elephant accompanied by drums and music, spectacular floats, different folk art forms, Panchavadyam etc. north indian dances also figure in the festivities.

Festivals in Kerala

Onam || Sabarimala Festival || Nehru Trophy Boat Race || Aaranmula Boat Race || Cochin Carnival || Muharram || Malabar Mahotsavam || Swathi Festival || Aarattu || Jagannatha Festival || Aattachamayam || Indira Gandhi Boat Race || Thirunakara Festival || Vettukadu Perunal || Nisha Gandhi Dance Festival || Oachirakkali || Easter || Thrissur Puram || Aranmula Uthrittathi || Chittur Konganpada || Maramon Convention || Nellikulangara Vallanghi Vela || Thiruvathira Festival || Oaachira Kettukazhcha || Nilamperoor Padayani || Ramadan || Makaravillakku at Sabarimala || Kerala Village fair || Kalapathy Chariot Festival ( Ratholsav )