ओणम Significance & Spiritual Meaning
ओणम — केरळचा प्रमुख कापणी सण; तीरुओणम नक्षत्रात (चिंगम मासात, ऑगस्ट-सप्टेंबर) दहा दिवस साजरा. राजा महाबलीच्या वार्षिक भेटीच्या स्मरणार्थ. पुक्कलम (फुलांची रांगोळी), साडी-कास्तुम, ओणम सद्या (२६ पदार्थांचे भोजन केळीच्या पानावर), वल्लम काली (नौका शर्यत). महाराष्ट्रात केरळवासी समाजाद्वारे साजरा.
ओणम Mythology & Legend
According to the Bhagavata Purana, the asura king Mahabali (Bali) was pushed into the netherworld by Vamana (Vishnu's dwarf avatar). Pleased with Bali's devotion, Vishnu granted him a boon to visit his people once a year. Onam is that day when Kerala welcomes him with feasts and flowers.
ओणम 2025 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- At dawn, draw Pookalam (flower rangoli) at the entrance; add a new layer each day during the ten-day celebration.
- Prepare the Onam sadya (feast) with traditional dishes on banana leaves.
- Wear new clothes (Kasavu saree or mundu); participate in Vallam Kali (boat race) if available.
- Perform Thrikkakarayappan (Vamana) puja; swing and sing Onam songs (Onappattu).
- On Thiruvonam day, lay the full sadya and welcome King Mahabali.
ओणम Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमो भगवते वामनाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāmanāya
Salutations to Lord Vamana
ओणम Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Onam Sadya (multiple courses)
- ●Parippu curry
- ●Sambar
- ●Avial
- ●Payasam
- ●Banana
ओणम Regional Celebrations across India
Kerala(ഓണം)
Pookalam, Sadya, Vallam Kali, Pulikali
Tamil Nadu (Kerala diaspora)(ഓണം)
Similar observance
ओणम Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Draw Pookalam
- ✓Prepare or partake in Sadya
- ✓Wear traditional dress
- ✓Welcome the spirit of Mahabali
Don'ts
- ✗Do not skip the flower arrangement
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the tradition
- ✗Do not waste the feast
ओणम — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ओणम?
- ओणम — केरळचा प्रमुख कापणी सण; तीरुओणम नक्षत्रात (चिंगम मासात, ऑगस्ट-सप्टेंबर) दहा दिवस साजरा.
- When is ओणम 2025?
- In 2025, ओणम falls on शुक्रवार, ५ सप्टेंबर, २०२५.
- What are the ओणम puja rituals?
- At dawn, draw Pookalam (flower rangoli) at the entrance; add a new layer each day during the ten-day celebration.; Prepare the Onam sadya (feast) with traditional dishes on banana leaves.; Wear new clothes (Kasavu saree or mundu); participate in Vallam Kali (boat race) if available.; Perform Thrikkakarayappan (Vamana) puja; swing and sing Onam songs (Onappattu).
- What to eat on ओणम?
- Onam Sadya (multiple courses), Parippu curry, Sambar, Avial, Payasam
- What should you do on ओणम?
- Draw Pookalam; Prepare or partake in Sadya; Wear traditional dress
- What should you avoid on ओणम?
- Do not skip the flower arrangement; Avoid disrespect to the tradition; Do not waste the feast
- Which deity is worshipped on ओणम?
- ओणम is dedicated to वामन, महाबली.
Upcoming ओणम Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
ओणम is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| २६ ऑग, २०२६ | बुधवार | 05:50 pm | — |
| १२ सप्टें, २०२७ | रविवार | 04:29 pm | — |