Beypore International Water Festival
The Beypore International Water Festival scheduled to be conducted from January 4 to 5, 2025, will be held across the scenic venues of Beypore, Chaliyam and Nallur in Kozhikode. Recognized as India’s largest water festival, the event promises a spectacular combination of adventure sports, cultural festivities and culinary celebrations, positioning Kozhikode as a key destination for adventure tourism in India. This grand event will feature adrenaline-pumping water sports such as white water kayaking, sit-on-top (SOT) kayaking, bamboo rafting, sailing regattas, sea kayak races, country boat races, angling and wing foiling. Additionally, community competitions in wooden boat paddling, net casting, and fishing will energize the local spirit, fostering participation and celebration. The event will also host thrilling demonstrations of paramotoring, flyboarding, rowing, surfing, sea rafting, windsurfing and surf skiing, attracting adventure enthusiasts from across the country.
Beyond sports, the Nallur Mini Stadium will showcase the Responsible Tourism Fest, International Textile and Art Fest and an engaging Flea Market, where artists and craftsmen from over 20 states will conduct interactive workshops, promoting cultural exchange and creativity. Adding to the festivities, the Mega Food Fest will present a delicious array of Kozhikode’s ethnic delicacies, offering a unique culinary experience. Visitors will also enjoy music and art exhibitions across Beypore, Chaliyam and Nallur, making this festival a true celebration of Kerala’s cultural richness.
The Beypore International Water Festival is expected to inspire wide participation, contributing to the promotion of sustainable tourism and enriching Kerala’s cultural heritage. Visitors are invited to experience three days of adventure, art and food, all set against the scenic beauty of Kozhikode’s coastal venues.
In Kerala, festival dates are decided in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and the local traditions and customs. We have calculated the festival dates based on these. But there can be changes in the dates according the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship. As such, these should be considered only as approximate dates and have to be confirmed with the local authorities.
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