Festival of Keralam 2026 | Nishagandhi Auditorium, Kanakakkunnu, Thiruvananthapuram

Festival of Keralam 2026 marks seven decades of the formation of Kerala, celebrating the state's culture, heritage, music and achievements. The state-level inauguration will take place on Kerala Piravi Day, 1 November 2026, at Nishagandhi Auditorium, Kanakakkunnu, Thiruvananthapuram. The inauguration will be conducted by Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan.

The programme begins at 4 PM with the inauguration and felicitation of Malayalam Asian Games Achievers 2026, honouring Malayali athletes who brought recognition to Kerala through their performances at the Asian Games. From 6 PM to 8 PM, Gaananjali – A Musical Tribute to the Soul of Kerala will present the evolution of Malayalam music over seven decades and its influence on Kerala's cultural life.

From 8 PM to 9 PM, Bhavathreyam, a special classical dance presentation, will feature Mohiniyattam, Koodiyattam and Kathakali under the leadership of Sumaa Varma, with Dhanya Ajith and Kalamandalam Sangeetha also named in the programme. The celebration forms part of Kerala's 70 Years of Kerala 2026 commemorations.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: 1 November 2026 (Sunday, Kerala Piravi Day)
• ⏰ Time: 4 PM onwards
• 📍 Location: Nishagandhi Auditorium, Kanakakkunnu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
• 👤 Organizer: Government of Kerala
• 🎤 Performer(s): Sumaa Varma, Dhanya Ajith, Kalamandalam Sangeetha, and artists featured in Gaananjali
• ℹ️ Other Details:
  • 4 PM – 6 PM: Inauguration and felicitation of Malayalam Asian Games Achievers 2026