Onam 2025 will be celebrated from August 26 to September 5, with the main day, Thiruvonam, falling on September 5, featuring a grand Onam Sadya at Marlen Mahal —a lavish vegetarian feast symbolic of Kerala’s rich cultural heritage and prosperity.

Onam Sadhya features about 24 to 28 dishes including:

Rice & Ghee

Dal & Sambar

Rasam & Buttermilk

A range of dry and curry vegetable preparations (Avial, Thoran, Kalan, Olan, Erissery, etc.)

Pickles and chutneys (Inji Puli, mango, lemon)

Snacks (Banana chips, papadam, vada, unniappam)

Multiple Payasam desserts (Ada Pradhaman, Palada, Chakka, Semiya)

Fresh Banana

This ensemble is a lavish, colorfully diverse, and flavorsome vegetarian celebration meal that honors Kerala’s culture and Onam’s spirit.