Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Dates to be announced
Pottan Kavu, Dharmadam Kaliyattam — dates to be announced
Theyyams: Pottan Deivam, Gulikan, Karim Chamundi
Kerala Tourism listed: "Last Saturday to Sunday of Malayalam month Meenam" — could not be parsed into a specific Malayalam month/day; awaiting confirmation with the temple committee.
Last season (2025–26)
25 Apr – 26 Apr 2026 · Medam 11,12 · 02:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gulikan (26 Apr, 02:00 AM), Karichamundi (26 Apr, 04:30 AM), Pottan Daivam (26 Apr, 11:30 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 Pottan Kavu, Dharmadam
This Theyyakkavu has a Pottan or dumb man as its deity. The Pottan in this case, however, is none other than Lord Shiva who appears in this less than stellar form to test Sankara. The festival is celebrated every year and Theyyams can be performed as offerings by devotees any time of the year. Pottan Deivam can be seen as the first popular move against the distinction of caste and religion in Kerala. Once dressed up, Pottan is considered equal to any other deity. This popular Theyyam takes on a supernatural halo when it transforms into Lord Shiva.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple is situated on Swamikunnu near Meethale Peedika stop on the Kannur - Thalassery route. Nearest Railway Station: Dharmadam Railway Station, about 1 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
P.O. Dharmadam, Swamikunnu, Kannur, Kerala - 670106
Coordinates: 11.77233, 75.46230 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Theyyam photos (representative, not taken at this kavu)
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Uajith · CC BY 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Vijayanrajapuram · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Vijayanrajapuram · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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