2
Jan
Fri
2026
മന്നം ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of Mannathu Padmanabhan, founder of the Nair Service Society (NSS) and prominent social reformer of Kerala. A public holiday for all government offices.
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26
Jan
Mon
2026
റിപ്പബ്ലിക് ദിനം
Celebrates the adoption of the Constitution of India on 26 January 1950. Flag hoisting ceremonies and parades held at all government offices and schools.
15
Feb
Sun
2026
മഹാശിവരാത്രി
The great night of Lord Shiva. Falls on Sunday in 2026 — not a separate working-day holiday per gazette. Temples across Kerala hold night-long vigils and abhishekam ceremonies.
4
Mar
Wed
2026
അയ്യാ വൈകുണ്ഡ സ്വാമി ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of Ayya Vaikunda Swami, social reformer and founder of the Ayyavazhi spiritual movement. Restricted holiday for Nadar community government employees and teachers.
20
Mar
Fri
2026
ഈദ് അൽ ഫിത്ർ (റംസാൻ)
Marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Celebrated with communal prayers (Eid Namaz), feasts, new clothes, and visits to family. Kerala's large Muslim population celebrates with Malabar biriyani, pathiri, and traditional Mappila customs.
1
Apr
Wed
2026
ബാങ്ക് വാർഷിക അക്കൗണ്ട് ക്ലോസിംഗ്
Annual closing of accounts of all Commercial and Co-operative banks in Kerala as per RBI guidelines. Banks are closed; not a public holiday for government offices.
2
Apr
Thu
2026
മൗണ്ടി തേഴ്സ്ഡേ
The Thursday of Holy Week, commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his apostles. Observed as a public holiday in Kerala, reflecting the state's significant Christian population.
3
Apr
Fri
2026
ഗുഡ് ഫ്രൈഡേ
Commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Solemn church services and Way of the Cross processions are held across Kerala. Public holiday for all government offices and banks.
5
Apr
Sun
2026
ഈസ്റ്റർ
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Falls on Sunday in 2026 — not a separate working-day holiday per gazette. Sunrise Mass services held at churches across Kerala.
14
Apr
Tue
2026
ഡോ. ബി. ആർ. അംബേദ്കർ ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar (1891–1956), the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, social reformer, and champion of Dalit rights. A national holiday across India.
15
Apr
Wed
2026
വിഷു
Kerala's astrological New Year, marking the sun's entry into Mesha (Aries) Rashi. Families observe the sacred Vishukkani ritual at dawn — an auspicious arrangement of golden cucumbers, jackfruit, a brass mirror, coins, a lamp, and the Ramayana. Followed by Vishu kaineetam (gift-giving) and fireworks.
1
May
Fri
2026
മേയ് ദിനം
International Workers' Day. Celebrated with great enthusiasm across Kerala, with large rallies and marches organised by trade unions and political parties. Also observed as Kerala Formation Day (Kerala Piravi) by some organisations.
27
May
Wed
2026
ഈദ് അൽ അദ്ഹ (ബക്രീദ്)
The Festival of Sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son. Celebrated with communal Eid prayers, sacrifice, and sharing of food. A major public holiday in Kerala.
25
Jun
Thu
2026
മുഹർറം
The first month of the Islamic calendar and the Islamic New Year. Also a day of mourning for Shia Muslims commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at Karbala.
12
Aug
Wed
2026
കർക്കടക വാവ്
New moon (Vavu) day of the Malayalam month of Karkadakam. Families perform Bali rituals at riverbanks and sacred ponds to honour deceased ancestors (pitru tarpana). A deeply observed tradition unique to Kerala.
15
Aug
Sat
2026
സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യദിനം
Celebrates India's independence from British colonial rule on 15 August 1947. Flag hoisting ceremonies are held at all government offices, schools, and public institutions. Falls on a Saturday in 2026.
25
Aug
Tue
2026
ഉത്രാടം / മിലാദ്-ഇ-ഷരീഫ്
Uthradom — the ninth and penultimate day of the Onam festival season, when King Mahabali is said to begin descending to Kerala. Also coincides with Milad-i-Sherif (the birthday of Prophet Muhammed) in 2026. Both are jointly observed as a public holiday.
26
Aug
Wed
2026
തിരുവോണം
The grandest day of the Onam festival — the legendary homecoming of King Mahabali. Families gather for the Onasadya (26-dish vegetarian feast on banana leaves), lay Pookalam floral carpets, and celebrate with Vallam Kali snake boat races and Pulikali tiger dance performances.
27
Aug
Thu
2026
മൂന്നാം ഓണം
The third day of Onam celebrations (Avittom). Festive events, cultural performances, and regional boat races continue across Kerala.
28
Aug
Fri
2026
നാലാം ഓണം / ശ്രീ നാരായണ ഗുരു ജയന്തി / അയ്യൻകാളി ജയന്തി
The fourth day of Onam coincides in 2026 with the birth anniversaries of Sree Narayana Guru (philosopher-saint and social reformer) and Ayyankali (champion of Dalit rights and founder of Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham). Also Avani Avittom (restricted holiday) for the Brahmin community.
28
Aug
Fri
2026
അവണി അവിട്ടം
Sacred thread renewal ceremony (Upakarma) observed by Brahmin communities. Restricted holiday available to government employees belonging to the Brahmin community.
4
Sep
Fri
2026
ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണ ജയന്തി
Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna (Ashtami Rohini / Janmashtami). Temple festivities, Krishnanattam performances, and the traditional Uriyadi (pot-breaking) competitions mark this holiday across Kerala.
17
Sep
Thu
2026
വിശ്വകർമ്മ ദിനം
Celebrates Vishwakarma, the divine craftsman of the gods. Restricted holiday for Vishwakarma community government employees, quasi-government employees, PSU workers, and teachers.
21
Sep
Mon
2026
ശ്രീ നാരായണ ഗുരു സമാധി ദിനം
Commemorates the death anniversary of Sree Narayana Guru (1928), the philosopher, poet, and social reformer who transformed Kerala by fighting caste discrimination. His message — 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' — remains a cornerstone of Kerala's social fabric.
2
Oct
Fri
2026
ഗാന്ധി ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948), the Father of the Nation. Observed across India with prayer meetings, cleanliness drives, and cultural programs. Also recognised as the International Day of Non-Violence by the UN.
20
Oct
Tue
2026
മഹാനവമി
The ninth day of Navaratri. Ayudha Puja (worship of tools and instruments) and Saraswati Puja are performed at homes, schools, and institutions. Books and instruments are arranged before Goddess Saraswati for blessing.
21
Oct
Wed
2026
വിജയദശമി
The tenth day of Navaratri, celebrating victory of good over evil. In Kerala, the most auspicious occasion for Vidyarambham — the ceremonial initiation of children into learning, guided by elders to write their first letters at temples.
8
Nov
Sun
2026
ദീപാവലി
The Festival of Lights. Falls on Sunday in 2026 — not a separate working-day holiday per gazette. Observed with lamps and fireworks; more widely celebrated in North India than in Kerala.
25
Dec
Fri
2026
ക്രിസ്മസ്
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Kerala's large Christian community (approximately 18% of the population) traces its faith to St. Thomas in 52 CE. Unique Kerala Christmas traditions include Tharaka star lanterns, midnight Mass at centuries-old churches, Malayalam Christmas carols, and elaborate Nativity cribs.
1
Jan
Fri
2027
പുതുവത്സരം
Marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year.
26
Jan
Tue
2027
റിപ്പബ്ലിക് ദിനം
Celebrates the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950.
26
Feb
Fri
2027
മഹാശിവരാത്രി
The great night of Lord Shiva, observed with fasts and night-long vigils.
20
Mar
Sat
2027
ഈദ് അൽ ഫിത്ർ
Marks the end of Ramadan. Celebrated with prayers, feasts, and family gatherings.
26
Mar
Fri
2027
ഗുഡ് ഫ്രൈഡേ
Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Observed with solemn church services across Kerala.
14
Apr
Wed
2027
വിഷു
Kerala's astrological New Year. Families observe the Vishukkani ritual at dawn.
1
May
Sat
2027
മേയ് ദിനം
International Workers' Day celebrated with rallies and marches across Kerala.
27
May
Thu
2027
ഈദ് അൽ അദ്ഹ (ബക്രീദ്)
The Festival of Sacrifice commemorating Ibrahim's devotion. Celebrated with prayers and communal feasts.
15
Aug
Sun
2027
സ്വാതന്ത്ര്യദിനം
Celebrates India's independence from British rule in 1947.
21
Aug
Sat
2027
ശ്രീ നാരായണ ഗുരു ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of the great social reformer Sree Narayana Guru.
9
Sep
Wed
2027
അത്തം
First day of the 10-day Onam festival season.
18
Sep
Fri
2027
തിരുവോണം
Kerala's grandest festival — the harvest homecoming of King Mahabali. Feast, pookalam, and boat races.
25
Sep
Sat
2027
മഹാനവമി
Ninth day of Navaratri — Ayudha Puja day when books and tools are blessed.
26
Sep
Sun
2027
വിജയദശമി
The tenth day of Navaratri — victory of good over evil. Vidyarambham: children's initiation into learning.
2
Oct
Sat
2027
ഗാന്ധി ജയന്തി
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
8
Oct
Fri
2027
മുഹർറം
Islamic New Year and day of mourning for the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.
1
Nov
Mon
2027
കേരള പിറവി
Kerala Formation Day celebrating the unification of Malayalam-speaking regions on November 1, 1956.
25
Dec
Sat
2027
ക്രിസ്മസ്
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Kerala's unique traditions: Tharaka stars, midnight Mass, carol singing.
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