Veru is a two-day heritage festival held in Kochi, with the 2026 edition scheduled on 02 and 03 May at David Hall. The festival brings together practitioners, organisations, and audiences engaged with Kerala’s natural, cultural, and built heritage.
The programme includes exhibitions by regional heritage practitioners, alongside heritage walks, performative presentations, and conversations. The 2026 line-up features participation from 14 practitioners working across disciplines, presenting projects and practices connected to local histories, material culture, and community knowledge systems.
Structured as an in-person gathering, Veru focuses on interaction and exchange, with formats that encourage audience participation across sessions. Through its programming, the festival creates a space to engage with questions of heritage, sustainability, and cultural continuity in contemporary Kerala.
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How to reach Kochi
1. By Air: Nedumbassery International Airport is situated about 20 km from Kochi. There are regular flights from and to several other cities in India and abroad, including the Gulf countries and Singapore.
2. By Rail: Harbour Terminus on Willingdon Island, Ernakulum town and Ernakulum Junction are three important railheads in the region. There are frequent rail services from the railway station to various other major cities of the country.
3. By Road: Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) connects Kochi with all major cities in Kerala and with many cities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Deluxe Volvo buses, AC sleepers, as well as regular AC buses, are also available from the cities to major destinations. You can visit Thrissur (72km), Thiruvananthapuram (196 km) and Madurai (231 km) quite easily by these buses from Kochi. Taxis are also available from and to the main city.
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1. Light, breathable clothing and comfortable footwear, as May is hot, humid, and often sticky.
2. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat or cap to protect against strong coastal sun.
3. A reusable water bottle and basic medicines, along with mosquito repellent to stay comfortable in the humidity.
4. A tote bag or small backpack, along with cash and cards, for carrying essentials and managing easy payments on the go.
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