Trivandrum, explained
Festival dates, venue guides, weekend plans — researched and kept up to date.
Best Live Music and Comedy Venues in Trivandrum (2026)
Where to hear live music and catch comedy in Trivandrum: palace courtyards, Nishagandhi, Tagore Theatre, beach stages and the pop-up stand-u… · 6 min read
Diwali 2026 in Trivandrum: Dates, Things to Do and Cracker Rules
Deepavali 2026 is on Sunday 8 November. How Trivandrum observes it, where to shop and celebrate, Kerala's cracker timings and a weekend plan… · 6 min read
Free Things to Do in Trivandrum: 28 Ideas That Cost Nothing
28 free things to do in Trivandrum: palace gardens, beaches, free classical concerts, festivals, heritage streets and book fairs, with dates… · 6 min read
IFFK 2026 Guide: Dates, Venues, Delegate Pass and How It Works
The 31st IFFK is scheduled for 11–18 December 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram. A first-timer's guide to delegate passes, venues, reservations and… · 7 min read
New Year's Eve 2026 in Trivandrum: Kovalam, Varkala & City Parties
New Year's Eve 2026 in Trivandrum: Kovalam beach, Varkala cliff, hotel galas and family options, plus Kerala's dry-day rule, road closures a… · 6 min read
Things to Do in Trivandrum This Weekend: 32 Ideas (2026 Guide)
32 things to do in Trivandrum this weekend: palaces, museums, beaches, free concerts, football, food and kids' outings, each with its area a… · 7 min read
Weekend Activities for Kids in Trivandrum: A Parent's Guide
Weekend activities for kids in Trivandrum: the planetarium, zoo, Magic Planet, boating at Veli, beaches, mall play zones and holiday camps, … · 7 min read
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