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Theyyam (representative photo, not taken at Kunnunjaal Sri Muthappan Madappura)
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Kunnunjaal Sri Muthappan Madappura

Pinarayi, Kannur district

Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: rajeshodayanchal · CC BY 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

Festival dates · Season 2026–27

  • Kunnunjaal Sri Muthappan Madappura Kaliyattam 2026-27

    1 Mar – 2 Mar 2027 · Kumbham 16–17 (Malayalam calendar)

    Theyyams: Muthappan (Small & Big), Eledathu Bhagavathy, Kattupothi, Kuttichathan, Gulikan, Karanavanmar, Chamundi

    Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 28 February to 1 March 2025. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.

    Estimated

Confirmed dates come from the temple’s own notice. Listed dates were published by a Theyyam calendar website and Estimated dates are worked out from the traditional Malayalam date; both can shift. Always confirm with the temple before travelling.

About Kunnunjaal Sri Muthappan Madappura

According to the resident Goddess, the ancient palmyra leaf scriptures records found on the premises reveal the history, occurances, and ascendancy of Theyyams. This temple is the tender coconut haven of Kottiyoor. The Madappura is open for worship to people of all faiths and castes. The Madappura can be reached by getting down at the Pinarayi health centre stop on the Mambram - Thalassery route from Kannur.

Source: Kerala Tourism - Theyyam Calendar

Theyyams performed here

How to reach

The Madappura can be reached by getting down at the Pinarayi health centre stop on the Mambram - Thalassery route from Kannur. Nearest Railway Station: Thalassery Railway Station, about 9 km away. Location 100 Theyyams of Kerala See more --> 100 Theyyams of Kerala Nagaraja and Nagakanni Theyyam Vairajathan Theyyam Pottan Theyyam See more 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. Toll free No: 1-800-425-4747 (Within India only) Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park View, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India - 695 033 Phone: +91 471 2321132, Fax: +91 471 2322279, E-mail: info@

Nearest rail

Kannur (CAN) / nearest local station

Bus

KSRTC / private buses from Kannur, Taliparamba or Payyanur; auto-rickshaw for the last mile

Address

Pinarayi, Kannur, Kerala - 670741

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Coordinates: 11.81267, 75.49375 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.

Theyyam photos (representative, not taken at this kavu)

Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: rajeshodayanchal · CC BY 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: rajeshodayanchal · CC BY 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Vijayakumarblathur · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

Watch the Theyyam

Videos are embedded from YouTube (Kerala Tourism channel) and load only when you press play.

Attending a Theyyam is attending worship. Please read the visitor etiquette: modest dress, footwear off, no flash near fire, and no drones without committee and police permission.

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