When is onam 2025: Planning to enjoy Onam

Planning to enjoy Onam 2025 in Kerala? Get all details about dates, traditions, Pookalam, Onasadya, and travel tips to make your trip smooth and memorable. According to Drik Panchang, Onam 2025 starts with Athachamayam on August 26, marking the beginning of the grand festival. Below, find out the full schedule of Onam 2025 festivities: Onam is celebrated to mark the end of the monsoon and the start of the harvest season. According to legend, it also honours the return of the demon King Mahabali. Onam 2025 will be celebrated on September 5 . (Image: Shutterstock) ⌂ Onam 2026 and 2027 Onam is a Hindu rice harvest festival primarily kept by Hindus of Malayalam descent. In 2026, Onam falls on Tuesday 25 August. The holiday will be on Saturday 11 September in 2027.