Key events in Kerala: Exhibitions, fests and other cultural programmes on Sept 12
The day unfolds as a kaleidoscope of religious festivals, artistic exhibitions, and academic gatherings across Kerala. From Vinayaka Chathurthi processions in Thiruvananthapuram to a vibrant painting show by Mary Samuel at the French Cultural Centre, the schedule reflects the state’s blend of tradition and contemporary creativity.
In the capital, temples, mosques, and cultural institutes host everything from Purana chanting at 7:30 am to a short‑film screening at Vellayambalam. The Kerala University Students' Centre celebrates Onam alongside the Institution of Librarians' annual day, while the Kerala Journalists Union concludes a cricket tournament with a ministerial presence.
Further south, Kollam and Kottayam feature literary fairs, art exhibitions, and sports championships. Highlights include a Christian book fair at the Thirunakkara Old Police Station Ground, a painting exhibition by George Fernandes, and a state‑wide netball championship at Christuraj Higher Secondary School.
Kochi’s cultural pulse is evident in yoga championships, storytelling workshops, and open‑mic evenings. The Kochi International Book Festival 2026 runs a “Behind the Page” workshop, while the Grand Hyatt hosts a national cardiology conference inaugurated by the chief minister, underscoring the city’s blend of health, art, and civic engagement.
In Kozhikode, the day culminates with a series of performances and exhibitions, from a Ganeshotsavam organized by local trusts to the Lalithakala Akademi Art Gallery's “Sneha Varnangal” exhibition by homemakers, and even a circus at Convent Road. The sheer variety illustrates Kerala’s thriving cultural ecosystem on a single day.