16

Dec 2026

Wednesday

KUCHELA DINAM

Kuchela Dinam: A Celebration of Devotion and Friendship Kuchela Dinam, also known as Kuchela's Day, is observed with reverence in parts of South India, particularly in Kerala. This day commemorates

20

Nov 2026

Friday

GURUVAYUR EKADASI

Guruvayur Ekadashi: A Spiritual Celebration in Kerala Guruvayur Ekadashi is one of the most important and sacred days in the Hindu calendar, observed with great devotion at the Guruvayur Sri Krishna

16

Nov 2026

Monday

Mandala Pooja

Ayyappa Mandala Pooja is a sacred festival celebrated by the devotees of Lord Ayyappa, one of the most revered deities in South India. The festival is observed during the 41-day Mandalam season,

08

Nov 2026

Sunday

Diwali

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most important festivals celebrated in India and by Indians around the world. It is a festival of lights, joy, and prosperity that

20

Oct 2026

Tuesday

VIDYARAMBHAM / VIAJAYADASAMI

Vidyarambham/Vijayadashami: A Celebration of Knowledge and Victory Vidyarambham, also known as Vijayadashami, is an auspicious day that marks the culmination of Navaratri and Dussehra celebrations.

11

Oct 2026

Sunday

NAVARTHRI

Navarathri: A Festival of Divine Femininity Navarathri, meaning 'nine nights', is a significant Hindu festival celebrated annually to honor the divine feminine, particularly Goddess Durga and her

14

Sep 2026

Monday

VINAYAKA CHATHURTHI

Vinayaka Chaturthi: Celebrating the Elephant-Headed God Vinayaka Chaturthi, also known as Ganesh Chaturthi, is a vibrant and significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the deity of

05

Sep 2026

Saturday

Janmashtami

What is Janmashtami? Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most revered and

26

Aug 2026

Wednesday

THIRUVONAM

Thiruvonam: A Celebration of Prosperity and Heritage in Kerala Thiruvonam, or simply Onam, is the most celebrated festival in the state of Kerala, India. It is an annual harvest festival, celebrated

17

Aug 2026

Monday

CHINGAM ONNU

Chingam Onnu: Celebrating the New Beginnings in Kerala Chingam Onnu, also known simply as Chingam 1, marks the advent of the Malayalam New Year in Kerala, India. It falls in the month of Chingam,

12

Aug 2026

Wednesday

KARKIDAKA VAVU

Karkidaka Vavu: The Sacred Day of Ancestral Offerings Karkidaka Vavu, also known as Karkidaka Vavubali or Bali Tharpanam, is a significant day in the Malayali Hindu calendar, observed primarily in

16

Jul 2026

Thursday

Ramayana Masam

Ramayana Masam is a significant period in the Malayalam calendar, observed in the month of Karkidakam, which usually corresponds to July-August. This month is considered very auspicious and is

01

May 2026

Friday

PALLIVETTA

Pallivetta at Guruvayurappan Temple in Houston, Texas Pallivetta, also celebrated at the Guruvayurappan Temple in Houston, Texas, mirrors the traditional event held in Guruvayur, Kerala.. This

23

Apr 2026

Thursday

Thiru Maholsavom 2024

Guruvayurappan Temple Houston (GTH) is a Hindu temple located in Houston, Texas, dedicated to the worship of Lord Guruvayurappan, also known as Lord Krishna. The temple is home to

23

Apr 2026

Thursday

Kodiyettam - Arattu

KODIYETTAM Kodiyettam is a Hindu ritual performed at temples to mark the beginning of a festival. The ritual involves hoisting a flag on a tall pole in front of the temple. The flag is usually made

22

Apr 2026

Wednesday

Prathishta Dinam

Prathista Dinam at Sri Guruvayurappan Temple Houston Bhramashri Divakaran Thirumeni to Perform Ceremony Sri Guruvayurappan Temple Houston is pleased to announce that Prathista Dinam, the annual

14

Apr 2026

Tuesday

VISHU

What is Vishu? Vishu is a popular festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is the Malayalam New Year and marks the beginning of a new agricultural season. The festival is

07

Mar 2026

Saturday

KHS PONGALA

**KHS Pongala Houston** is a grand celebration inspired by the famous **Attukal Pongala** festival of Kerala, India. Organized by the **Kerala Hindu Society (KHS)** in Houston, this event brings

15

Feb 2026

Sunday

MAHA SHIVARATHRI

Mahashivaratri: The Great Night of Shiva Mahashivaratri is a major Hindu festival celebrated annually in honor of Lord Shiva. The festival is observed on the 13th night and 14th day of the lunar

14

Jan 2026

Wednesday

Makara Villakku

Makara Villakku is a significant festival celebrated at the Sabarimala temple in Kerala, India, dedicated to Lord Ayyappan. It is observed annually on the day of Makara Sankranti, which typically

02

Jan 2026

Friday

THIRUVATHIRA

Thiruvathira is a significant festival in Kerala, India, primarily celebrated by Hindus. It occurs in the Malayalam month of Dhanu (December-January) on the day of the Thiruvathira Nakshatra (star).