Kannambra Vela

Approximate Date : This year on 25-05-2026
Date : May 25, 2026 | Edavam 11
Location : Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple, Palakkad

Kannambra, a small village in the district of Palakkad is popular for the festival called Kannambra Vela. The chief participants are the Kannambra Shiva Temple and the Rishinaradamangalam Vishnu Temple represented by the villages of Kannambra and Rishinaradamangalam. The Vela here is performed on the 41st day after Vishu. One week before Vela, Pavakkoothu (puppet show) is performed here. On the 41st day, elephant pageantry accompanied by Panchavadyam (traditional orchestra of Kerala) starts off both from Kannambra Shiva Temple and the Rishinaradamangalam Vishnu Temple which eventually concludes at the Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple. The festival is celebrated with public support, especially from the villagers of Kannambra and Rishinaradamangalam.

Address :

Kannambra P.O., Palakkad, Kerala – 678 686

Contact Details :

Name: Mr. Narayananunni
Designation: Trustee
Contact no: + 91 9994549309


Name: Mr. Raveendran, Kanambra Desham
Designation: Secretary
Contact no: + 91 9446293381


Name: Mr. Soman, Rishinadamangalam Desham
Designation: Secretary
Contact no: + 91 9946179098


How to get there :

From Palakkad or Thrissur via Vadakkanchery, Kanambra Bank Junction – Kanambra Vaniyambara Road

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Disclaimer: The festival dates listed are in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and adhere to local traditions and customs. However, just as the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship can vary, dates may change as well. The calendar should, therefore, be considered as an approximate calendar, and dates listed should be confirmed with local authorities. Every attempt has been made to provide current and up-to-date information on contacts listed but Kerala Tourism accepts no liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused as a result of reliance on the information provided.

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