Onam 2026: Thiruvonam Date, Timings, History & Grand Celebrations Revealed

• Onam 2026's main day, Thiruvonam, falls on August 26 (Wednesday), with celebrations from August 16 to 28.
• The festival honors King Mahabali's annual visit and Lord Vishnu's Vamana avatar, symbolizing values like equality and righteous governance.
• Key rituals include vibrant Pookkalams, traditional dances like Pulikali and Kathakali, and the elaborate 26-dish Onam Sadya.
• Onam signifies unity, prosperity, and gratitude, bringing Malayali families together globally and celebrated across major Indian cities.
• Thiruvonam Nakshathram begins Aug 25, 10:51 PM and ends Aug 27, 12:48 AM.

Why It Matters: Onam 2026 celebrates Kerala's rich culture, unity, and harvest, with Thiruvonam on August 26.