![]() ![]() This year, it will be observed on September 12. ![]() On the Third Onam or Avittam, preparations are undertaken for King Mahabali’s departure. It is believed that King Mahabali pays a visit to people’s homes on Thiruvonam. While First Onam or Uthraadam, which is considered as Onam eve and is believed to be the return of King Mahabali to Kerala, will be celebrated on September 10, the most important day of Onam (known as Thiru Onam or Thiruvonam, meaning ‘Sacred Onam Day’) is the second day which will be celebrated on September 11. Observed by Malayalis all over the world as a religious and cultural festival, Onam commemorates the annual homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali - the grandson of Prahlada - as per Hindu scriptures.ĪLSO READ | Onam festivities begin in Kerala Malayali women at KS, Trivandrum wear traditional dresses during the celebration. ![]()
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