Madayikkavu
Pazhayangadi, Kannur district
Photo: Ram K Bhattatirippad · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Dates to be announced
Kalasam
The Kalasam date is fixed each year, usually in Edavam; Kerala Tourism listed Edavam 10 for an earlier year (24 May 2022). Madayi Kavu also holds the Maari Theyyam on Karkidakam 16 (1 August in 2026), outside the main season.
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 Madayikkavu
Madayikkavu is a famous kavu in the Kaulamarga System and is the last stop to eliminate exorcisms and the influence of the occult. Members of the Mooss or Pidaram community perform the rites of pooja here. The temple deity, Kali, is presented in a fiery manifestation and is meant to represent her bloody and victorious appearance after the slaying of Darika. The Kavu adjoins the Madayipara rock where once the sea was said to have withdrawn and risen up high as in a Tsunami. A thick grove of trees is maintained next to the Kavu . The Theyyams are staged around the Kottam which are located to the north of the temple.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple is at a short distance from Madayipara via Pazhayangadi from Kannur. Nearest Railway Station: Pazhayangadi Railway Station, about 2 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
Pazhayangadi, Kannur, Kerala - 670303, Phone : + 91 497 2875834
Coordinates: 12.03488, 75.26098 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Photos
Photo: Ram K Bhattatirippad · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Ilango adikal chera · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Coolboyo80 · CC0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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