Maavicheri Sree Bhagavathy Temple
Maavicheri, Kannur district
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Coolboyo80 · CC0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Estimated
Maavicheri Sree Bhagavathy Temple Kaliyattam 2026-27
24 Jan – 27 Jan 2027 · Makaram 10–13 (Malayalam calendar)
Theyyams: Thuluveeran Deivam, Paadaar Kulangara Bhagavathy, Puthiya Bhagavathy, Narambil Bhagavathy, Kannikkorumakan, Veeranmar, Madayil Chamundi, Raktha Chamundi, Vishnumoorthy
Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 24 to 27 January 2026. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.
Last season (2025–26)
25 Jan – 27 Jan 2026 · Kumbham 11-13 · 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Veeran (25 Jan, 12:00 AM), Thuluveeran Daivam (25 Jan, 01:00 AM), Kannikorumakan (25 Jan, 07:30 PM), Kannikkorumakan (25 Jan, 11:30 PM), Narambil Bhagavathi (26 Jan, 02:00 AM), Raktha Chamundi (26 Jan, 03:00 AM), Puthiya Bhagavathi (26 Jan, 04:00 AM), Madayil Chamundi (26 Jan, 09:00 AM), Vishnu Moorthi Purappad (26 Jan, 10:00 AM), Padarkulangara bhagavathy (26 Jan, 11:00 AM)
Source: DTPC Kannur official Theyyam calendar. Last season’s dates are shown for reference only; this season’s dates may differ.
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 Maavicheri Sree Bhagavathy Temple
This theyyam is believed to have come to Malanadu from Thulunadu with an astrologer who was carrying tender coconut water. The theyyam finally reached Payyanur. The deity first reached the temple of Maavicheri Kushavans (potters) and later moved into the Parayakunnu joint family manor and was installed in the present Devasthanam . The gods of the temple manifest distinctive features of Thulunadu.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple is 1 km south from the Kurum kadavu road from Payyanur centre Bazaar. Nearest Railway Station: Payyanur Railway Station, about 14 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
Maavicheri, Payyanur P.O., Kannur, Kerala - 670307
Coordinates: 12.10637, 75.21005 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Theyyam photos (representative, not taken at this kavu)
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Coolboyo80 · CC0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Ram K Bhattatirippad · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Vaikoovery · CC BY 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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