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slug: kodaikanal-summer-festival title: Kodaikanal Summer Festival metaTitle: Kodaikanal Summer Festival 2026 — Dates, Flower Show & Schedule metaDescription: Kodaikanal Summer Festival 2026 (May 16–24): flower show, boat race, dog show, photography exhibit. Daily schedule, venues, ticket info. Plan your visit. date: May (Every Year) startDate: "2026-05-01T10:00:00+05:30" endDate: "2026-05-15T18:00:00+05:30" venue: Bryant Park, Kodaikanal organizer: Tamil Nadu Tourism Department organizerUrl: https://www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in performer: Local Artists & Cultural Groups image: /events/kodaikanal-summer-festival.jpg offers: price: 0 priceCurrency: INR availability: InStock validFrom: "2026-04-01"

The Kodaikanal Summer Festival is an annual cultural event celebrated during the peak summer season.

Festival Highlights

  • Flower shows at Bryant Park
  • Cultural performances
  • Handicrafts and food stalls
  • Local music and dance events

Why Visit During the Festival

The festival offers a unique opportunity to experience Kodaikanal’s culture along with pleasant weather.

Travel Tips

  • Book hotels in advance
  • Expect higher crowd during weekends
  • Prefer early morning sightseeing

By Bus

SETC and private buses connect Kodaikanal from Chennai (8–9 hrs), Madurai (4–5 hrs), Coimbatore (5–6 hrs), and Bangalore (10–11 hrs). Drop off directly at Kodaikanal Bus Stand.

By Train

Kodaikanal Road (KQN) is the nearest railway station, 80 km away. Local buses and taxis ply regularly to the hill station, taking about 2–3 hours through scenic ghats.

By Air

Madurai Airport (110 km) is the closest with daily flights from Chennai, Bangalore, and Mumbai. Pre-booked taxis reach Kodaikanal in around 3 hours. Coimbatore Airport (175 km) is an alternative.