Kerala School Kalolsavam

Kerala School Kalolsavam
StatusActive
GenreYouth Festival
FrequencyAnnually
VenueKerala
CountryIndia
Founded1956 (1956)
FounderDr. C. S. Venkiteswaran
Most recent2025
Participants14000+
AreaHigh School, Higher Secondary school students (Class 8 to 12)
Organised byDepartment of General Education, Government of Kerala
SponsorIT@school


The Kerala School Kalolsavam is an annual event organized by the Government of Kerala, featuring various art competitions for high school and higher secondary students across the state of Kerala. Established in 1956, it was known as the "Kerala State School Youth Festival" until 2024. The participants, students in classes 8 to 12, compete at the state level after advancing from their respective district competitions. The event typically takes place between December and January and is considered one of the largest cultural gatherings in Asia.

The current champions are Kannur District, who won the 64th Kerala School Kalolsavam held in Thrissur from January 14 to 18, 2026. This was the district's sixth overall victory, with their last win in 2024.