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Thaipusam
Next observed on Friday, 22 January 2027.
When is Thaipusam in 2027?
Friday, 22 January 2027
Regional holiday
Counting down to Thaipusam
What Thaipusam marks
Thaipusam or Thaipoosam is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai coinciding with Pusam star. The festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Hindu god Murugan over the demon Surapadman. During the battle, Murugan is believed to have wielded a vel, a divine spear granted by his mother, Parvati.
Background summarised from Wikipedia — Tamil Hindu festival, available under CC BY-SA.
Frequently asked
When is Thaipusam in 2027?
Thaipusam falls on Friday, 22 January 2027 in Malaysia.
What day of the week is Thaipusam 2027?
Thaipusam 2027 falls on a Friday, 22 January 2027.
Where is Thaipusam observed?
Observed nationally in Malaysia.
What does Thaipusam celebrate?
Tamil Hindu festival. Thaipusam or Thaipoosam is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai coinciding with Pusam star. The festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Hindu god Murugan over the demon Surapadman. During the battle, Murugan is believed to have wielded a vel, a divine spear granted by his mother, Parvati.