Know Onam 2024 Date and Time for USA, Canada
Posted on September 7, 2024
Onam in the year 2024 falls on September 15 in India. However, the dates and times of the festival for the United States of America (USA) and Canada are different due to differences in time zones.
Onam 2024 Date in USA and Canada: Saturday, September 14.
Thiruvonam Nakshathram Begins – 11:02 AM on Sep 14, 2024.
Thiruvonam Nakshathram Ends – 09:19 AM on Sep 15, 2024.
Onam is a major harvest festival celebrated predominantly in the Indian state of Kerala. It marks the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali, whose reign is remembered as a time of prosperity and happiness.
The festival, which typically lasts for ten days, usually falls in August or September, according to the Malayalam calendar.
Onam is known for its vibrant cultural activities, including traditional dance forms like Kathakali, elaborate feasts called Onasadya, and the iconic Vallamkali or snake boat races.
People also decorate their homes with Pookkalam (floral designs) and participate in folk games. The festival reflects Kerala’s rich cultural heritage and is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the state, transcending religious boundaries.
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