Onam
Kerala’s grand harvest festival, famous for the Onam Sadhya feast, pookalam and boat races.
🗓 August – September (Chingam)Monsoon
About the festival
A ten-day Malayali harvest festival (Aug–Sep) marking King Mahabali’s homecoming — with intricate flower rangolis (pookalam), a 20+ dish Sadhya banana-leaf feast, and cultural performances.
What to plan
Onam Sadhya
Traditional banana-leaf catering for large groups.
Pookalam & décor
Floral rangoli, traditional lamps and stage.
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FAQs
What is the Onam Sadhya?
A vegetarian feast of 20+ dishes served on a banana leaf — the centrepiece of Onam celebrations.