# Best Parties Events in Kochi - **Subtitle**: From secret circles to girls only soirees, where Kochi actually goes out - **Category**: Parties - **Type**: format ## Audience - **Followers**: 2.5M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/844bbd7550526af8265317a6809c9fa719bcb5ce1e58752f83d62772acccf154-rimg-w201-h200-dc041035-gmir?v=1758311404 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1d36afc0-94b5-11f0-8711-89c9b64759d8-rimg-w200-h200-dcf9f8ec-gmir - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b11379d0-92a8-11f0-839d-ff7b9fb6a279-rimg-w200-h200-dc140504-gmir ## About Parties in Kochi are a little sideways in the best possible way. Instead of just big-room DJs and the same playlist on loop, the city leans into experiences that feel personal and slightly odd in all the right places. One night you are at a Healer Circle, the next you are at a Bad Drawing Party in Kochi laughing over your own terrible art. It is less about bottle service, more about finding your people. The city splits its party personality between hotels, homely stays and creative pop ups. Cochin Palace in central Kochi pulls in the more polished crowd, the ones who like their parties with proper air conditioning, decent lighting and the comfort of knowing there is a front desk downstairs. Then you have Nilayoram Stay, which feels more like going to a friend of a friend’s place, that friend who always knows where the real parties events in Kochi are happening. Look closely at the listings and the pattern is clear. Girls Only Soiree is where the women of Kochi claim the room without anyone breathing down their necks. The Unmasked Experience is for people who are over small talk and want something a bit more intense, a bit more real. Camp fire night pulls the quieter crowd, the ones who would rather swap stories under the sky than fight for space at a bar. Hand Built Pottery Kochi sounds tame until you realise it is basically a clay filled hangout, and by the end of it everyone is talking like old friends. If you want to hit the best parties in Kochi right now, start with these and follow the people who look like they know where they are going: Healer Circle, for the spiritually curious who still want a social buzz. Girls Only Soiree, exactly the kind of party locals keep to themselves. The Unmasked Experience, for people who live for intense, talk till late energy. Camp fire night at Nilayoram Stay, perfect if you hate crowds and love stories. Bad Drawing Party Kochi and Hand Built Pottery Kochi, low key creative parties where no one cares how good you are, just that you showed up. ## Parties Events in Kochi - **Event Name**: Girls Only Soiree - **Description**:  🌸 Girls Only BrunchStep away from the chaos and into a brunch made just for you!"Girls Only Brunch" is an exclusive social experience designed for women to unwind, laugh, and connect over food, drinks, and real conversations - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 392 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/girls-only-soiree/3900029942962346 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy80YmY5NWI4MC0zOGMyLTExZjEtYjcyMi1lZmM0MzhjYmJhYmQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjI1NDI1Nw.avif - **Categories**: brunch, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Confession Night - **Description**: A night where secrets, stories, and emotions take the spotlight. Whether it’s a funny moment, a secret crush, a guilty pleasure, or something you’ve never said out loud — this is your safe space to let it out. No judgments, just good vibes, real talk, - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 274 - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 08:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/confession-night/3900029942982512 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85OTUzNjgyMC0zODJkLTExZjEtOTAwMi0zOTQ5ZDJjNGFhMzgtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjNGExNDBmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjE5MDM5Mg.avif - **Event Name**: Acrylic Painting - Kochi - **Description**: ✨🎨 Step into a World of Colors with Our Acrylic Painting Experience!Whether you're planning a romantic paint date 💕, a fun creative hangout with your bestie 👯‍♀️, or a soul-soothing solo escape ☕🖌️, this session is all about unleash - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/acrylic-painting-kochi/3900029944619517 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81YjI2ODMwMC0zYTE5LTExZjEtOGUzNC0wM2EzZDI0ZTI0NzYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjZDJkM2QzLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjQwMTYwMA.avif - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Canvas Painting - Kochi - **Description**: 🎨 Canvas Painting Date – Create Your Own Masterpiece! 🖌️Looking for a fun and creative way to spend your time? Whether you’re planning a date night for couples 💑, a fun outing with friends 👯, or a solo date with yourself 🧘, the Canv - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 04:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/canvas-painting-kochi/3900029944658026 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81ZTYzOTQ3MC0zODhiLTExZjEtODY4Yi1iNTQ4NGRhZmFjZjMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjNjQ1YzRiLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjIzMDY2Ng.avif - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Hand Built Pottery - Kochi - **Description**: Ditch the usual dinner dates and get your hands dirty at our Hand-Built Pottery Date! This fun-filled, interactive event is perfect for couples looking to bond over creativity, laughter, and a little friendly competition. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/hand-built-pottery-kochi/3900029794383425 - **Venue**: Cochin Palace: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8yOGNkYjllMC0yZWI3LTExZjEtYmVjOS1hZDNmMWU5NmFjOTktcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMmMyYjJjLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTE0OTk2Mg.avif - **Categories**: Contests - **Event Name**: Coil Pottery - Kochi - **Description**: Looking for a fun and creative date night? Join us for a Coil Pottery Date, where you and your partner can bond over clay, laughter, and games! Learn the art of coil pottery, socialize with other couples, and enjoy fun icebreaker activities that make t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/coil-pottery-kochi/3900029944631556 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9lMGIyNGRhMC0zODhhLTExZjEtYjcyMi1lZmM0MzhjYmJhYmQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMDE1YTkzLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjIzMDQ1NQ.avif - **Categories**: Art - **Event Name**: Kids Art Party - Kochi - **Description**: 🎉🎨 Kids Art Party – Where Creaativity Meets Fun!Let your child dive into a world of colors, shapes, and imagination at the Kids Art Party! This joyful, hands-on workshop offers little artists the chance to choose from Canvas Paintin - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/kids-art-party-kochi/3900029944667733 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hOWE3NzY5MC0zODhiLTExZjEtYjcyMi1lZmM0MzhjYmJhYmQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMmQyZDMxLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjIzMDc5Mg.avif - **Categories**: Art, Kids, Workshops, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Bad Drawing Party - Kochi - **Description**: Unleash your messy, silly, and wonderfully imperfect art in this laughter-filled drawing session. Explore fun prompts, doodle challenges, and creative games designed to help you relax and express freely.No drawing skills needed — ju - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 07:00 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/bad-drawing-party-kochi/3900029877383741 - **Venue**: Cochin Palace: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81MzM3MDc5MC0yYzA1LTExZjEtYWRmMC00ZGU0Y2Q3NTU1MTAtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMmY1ZDMwLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NDg1MzY4MQ.avif - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, parties, entertainment, drawing-painting - **Event Name**: Terrarium Workshop Date - Kochi - **Description**: "💚 Terrarium Date Workshop – Grow Love, One Plant at a Time! 🌿Event Description:Ditch the usual date nights and get your hands dirty with our Terrarium Date Workshop! This unique experience lets you and your part - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/terrarium-workshop-date-kochi/3900029794850929 - **Venue**: Cochin Palace: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy81YzRmYzA5MC0yOGRkLTExZjEtYjViNS0yN2I1YWE2MzJkYWQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjZjQ3NjAyLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NDUwNjY2Mg.avif - **Categories**: Workshops - **Event Name**: Picnic - **Description**: Sometimes, the best therapy is snacks, and good company.“The Picnic” is a slow, soul-soothing evening —where laughter flows easier, conversations go deeper, and time finally feels like it’s on your side.It’s not - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 160 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/picnic/3900029942980213 - **Venue**: Hidden Cafe: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8xMDUyMWEyMC0zOGRkLTExZjEtODY4Yi1iNTQ4NGRhZmFjZjMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjI2NTc1NA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Swim Fest Pool Party, DJ, Belly & Pole Dance, Ramp Show, Games, Buffet Dinner & Drinks @ Kochi - **Description**: After Organizing Rocking Events back To back now your Favorite Host Party out Global Events, invites party animals to indulge and party hard in weekend. Slip into your best attire and those pretty dancing shoes, as resident DJ spins outstanding music t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/966e9df0-abca-11ef-8596-45b5e0ceb280-rimg-w200-h200-dcfcfefb-gmir - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIQKUvQdq8R_B_SIcUwJjVeNuUyO1_mNaKOHVCP2jRRIuLFitGZ=s96-c?sz=200 - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:45 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/swim-fest-pool-party-dj-belly-and-pole-dance-ramp-show-games-buffet-dinner-and-drinks-kochi-tickets/80006352707494 - **Venue**: Arattukadavu Beach Rd, Kadathu, Cherai, Kochi, Kerala 683514 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OTgxODdiNDQ2ODliLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: pool-parties, parties, meetups, entertainment, sports, festivals - **Event Name**: Camp fire night - **Description**: Celebrating my 1st year on Facebook. 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I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 111 - **Date**: Thu Apr 30 2026 at 12:30 pm (+05:30) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kochi/camp-fire-night/200029733376016 - **Venue**: Nilayoram Stay, - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hMDBkMjcxMTMwMjUxZmRmODI5MDhjYmRjMjY2NjcxNjM1YWNhMjNlMDBiMWYyZjkxMTk5NmZmZDBmYWM4MTA1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNhYjg5NjYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzYwNTEzMDg.avif ## Trending Events in Kochi - **Event Name**: WORLD HEALTH DAY RUN 2026 KOCHI - **Description**:  WORLD HEALTH DAY RUN 2026 Run for Fitness • Run for Wellness • Run for LifeCelebrate World Health Day 2026 with an energetic and inspiring run that promotes fitness, happiness, and a healthier l - **Venue**: Decathlon, Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69c6b40bd74d8.jpg - **Event Name**: Swim Fest Pool Party, DJ, Belly & Pole Dance, Ramp Show, Games, Buffet Dinner & Drinks @ Kochi - **Description**: After Organizing Rocking Events back To back now your Favorite Host Party out Global Events, invites party animals to indulge and party hard in weekend. Slip into your best attire and those pretty dancing shoes, as resident DJ spins outstanding music t - **Venue**: Arattukadavu Beach Rd, Kadathu, Cherai, Kochi, Kerala 683514 - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb698187b44689b.jpg - **Event Name**: Kochi Comedy Festival - Opening Night Show - **Description**: Kochi Comedy Festival is Kerala’s first stand-up comedy festival — bringing together some of the most exciting comedians across the country for a month-long lineup of live shows.The festival opens with opening night - **Venue**: Kinfra International Exhibition Centre: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b0e7f360-3964-11f1-9e48-df2c38e9f7e9-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf2efea-gmir.jpg?v=1776324005 - **Event Name**: MG Sreekumar Live at Forum Kochi - **Description**: MG Sreekumar Live at Forum KochiGet ready for an unforgettable musical evening with the legendary playback singer M. G. Sreekumar, live in concert at Forum Mall Kochi.With a career spanning decad - **Venue**: Forum Mall: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/91517650-38e4-11f1-852e-77c5a0b86e79-rimg-w1200-h600-dc60d6d2-gmir.jpg?v=1776268977 - **Event Name**: When Chai Met Toast presents Joy Rooms - **Description**: When Chai Met Toast presents Joy Rooms. An intimate experience by WCMT, performing their new album, “Small Town, Big Love, Little Homes” for the first time ever. 500 tickets and one night only in Bangalore and Cochin.  - **Venue**: JT Performing Arts Centre: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7fcb31f0-3961-11f1-868b-b5484dafacf3-rimg-w1200-h600-dc5e5e5e-gmir.jpg?v=1776322634 - **Event Name**: Europe Education Fair 2026 | Santamonica Study Abroad - **Description**: The Europe Education Fair in Kochi, organized by Santamonica Study Abroad, is a great opportunity for students planning to study in Europe. At this event, you can meet representatives from top universities and colleges from countries like - **Venue**: Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69d4c3e19b661.jpg - **Event Name**: When Chai Met Toast presents Joy Rooms, Kochi - **Description**: A week to go for our Joy Rooms shows and we can’t wait to be back on stage! Book here - https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/when-chai-met-toast-presents-joy-rooms/ET00493092 � - **Venue**: Jt Pac - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/76e9127dbd7484e4daf27359d8cb2f1cc297542a5bbd9aff481fa8c98f5f3677-rimg-w1200-h600-dc5e5e5e-gmir?v=1776096483 - **Event Name**: Kochi Comedy Festival - Anand Rathnam Live - **Description**: Kerala’s first stand-up comedy festival continues in Kochi.As part of the Kochi Comedy Festival, Anand Rathnam Live brings a high-energy, crowd-driven comedy experience — where every show evolves wi - **Venue**: Spotlight Socials: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/bfa23680-3997-11f1-868b-b5484dafacf3-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf2efeb-gmir.jpg?v=1776345934 - **Event Name**: Kochi Comedy Festival - Straight Outta Kochi - **Description**: Kerala’s first stand-up comedy festival continues in Kochi.Straight Outta Kochi is a Comedy Lounge showcase featuring Vishnu Pai, Rohith Roy, Nainu Oommen, and Athul John — four comedians who have s - **Venue**: Spotlight Socials: Kochi - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/baad98e0-3997-11f1-ac5d-f37c7b595dcd-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf3f0eb-gmir.jpg?v=1776345926 ## Browse Parties Events by Date - [Parties Events Today in Kochi](https://allevents.in/kochi/parties--today) - [Parties Events This Weekend in Kochi](https://allevents.in/kochi/parties--this-weekend) - [Parties Events in April in Kochi](https://allevents.in/kochi/parties--april) - [Parties Events in May in Kochi](https://allevents.in/kochi/parties--may) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** Girls Only Soiree (Sun Apr 19 2026 at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Confession Night (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Acrylic Painting - Kochi (Sun May 24 2026 at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Canvas Painting - Kochi (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Hand Built Pottery - Kochi (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cochin Palace: Kochi). - **Q**: What are the top free Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** Swim Fest Pool Party, DJ, Belly & Pole Dance, Ramp Show, Games, Buffet Dinner & Drinks @ Kochi (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 06:30 pm at Arattukadavu Beach Rd, Kadathu, Cherai, Kochi, Kerala 683514). - **Q**: What Parties events are happening in Kochi this weekend April 17–19, 2026? - **A:** Girls Only Soiree (Sun Apr 19 2026 at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Hand Built Pottery - Kochi (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cochin Palace: Kochi), Bad Drawing Party - Kochi (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cochin Palace: Kochi), Terrarium Workshop Date - Kochi (Sun Apr 19 2026 at Cochin Palace: Kochi), Picnic (Sun Apr 19 2026 at Hidden Cafe: Kochi). - **Q**: What Parties events are happening in Kochi in April 2026? - **A:** Girls Only Soiree (Sun Apr 19 2026 at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Confession Night (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Canvas Painting - Kochi (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at Hidden Cafe: Kochi), Hand Built Pottery - Kochi (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cochin Palace: Kochi), Bad Drawing Party - Kochi (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at Cochin Palace: Kochi). - **Q**: How can I find Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Parties events in Kochi on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Parties events in Kochi include Hidden Cafe: Kochi, Cochin Palace: Kochi, Arattukadavu Beach Rd, Kadathu, Cherai, Kochi, Kerala 683514. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Parties events in Kochi include Event Navigator, friends tieup, Nilayoramstay,Mankulam,Munnar. - **Q**: Are there any online Parties events available? - **A:** Yes, many Parties events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Parties events in Kochi? - **A:** Follow the Parties category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Parties events are listed in Kochi. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/37/a46b93e7dc4c64b3c3a48b54cecdd9/parties.png ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Parties in Thrissur](https://allevents.in/thrissur/parties) - [Events in Ernakulam](https://allevents.in/ernakulam) - [Events in Ashtamichira](https://allevents.in/ashtamichira) - [Events in Kottayam](https://allevents.in/kottayam) - [Events in Thrissur](https://allevents.in/thrissur) - [Events in Kayamkulam](https://allevents.in/kayamkulam)