Thiruvonam: sadya, pookalam and the Malayali harvest
Onam 2026 in Sydney
was on Wednesday 26 August 2026
Onam, also written Thiruvonam or Onasadya, falls on Wednesday 26 August 2026. Thiruvonam: sadya, pookalam and the Malayali harvest, celebrated in Sydney by temples, community associations and families across New South Wales. The listings here come from organisers and public announcements, and the page updates as programmes are published, so it is worth checking back closer to the date.
Nothing listed yet for Onam 2026 in Sydney
Organisers usually publish Onam programmes four to six weeks out. If you are running one in Sydney, list it and it will appear here.
Onam 2026 in other cities
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Where to celebrate in New South Wales
Temples across New South Wales that hold Onam programmes. Check each one for its own times.
- Australian Sikh Association Gurdwara Glenwood(Glenwood)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir & Cultural Precinct, Sydney(Sydney)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Sydney(Rosehill)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Newcastle(Cardiff, Newcastle, NSW 2285)
- Bhartiye Mandir Trust(Regents Park)
- Brahma Kumaris Australia(Leura)
- Centre for Puja & Culture Ltd (CPCL)(Blacktown; serves Sydney and surrounding areas)
- Durga Temple Sydney(Regents Park)
Onam 2026 in Sydney: questions people ask
When is Onam 2026 in Sydney?
Wednesday 26 August 2026. was on Wednesday 26 August 2026. Community celebrations often fall on the nearest weekend, so check each event's own date.
Where can I celebrate Onam in Sydney?
Nothing is listed yet for 2026. Temples across New South Wales usually hold programmes, and this page updates as organisers publish theirs.
What is Onam?
Thiruvonam: sadya, pookalam and the Malayali harvest. It is also written Thiruvonam or Onasadya.
Are Onam events on Chalo alcohol free?
Yes. Every event on Chalo is listed as alcohol free and family safe.
How do I list a Onam event in Sydney?
Create a free listing from the Create event button. It appears on this page once it is live.