Puthandu: the Tamil new year
Tamil New Year (Puthandu) 2026 in Canberra
was on Tuesday 14 April 2026
Tamil New Year (Puthandu), also written Puthuvarusham, falls on Tuesday 14 April 2026. Puthandu: the Tamil new year, celebrated in Canberra by temples, community associations and families across Australian Capital Territory. 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 Tamil New Year (Puthandu) 2026 in Canberra
Organisers usually publish Tamil New Year (Puthandu) programmes four to six weeks out. If you are running one in Canberra, list it and it will appear here.
Tamil New Year (Puthandu) 2026 in other cities
Tamil New Year (Puthandu) in other years
Where to celebrate in Australian Capital Territory
Temples across Australian Capital Territory that hold Tamil New Year (Puthandu) programmes. Check each one for its own times.
Tamil New Year (Puthandu) 2026 in Canberra: questions people ask
When is Tamil New Year (Puthandu) 2026 in Canberra?
Tuesday 14 April 2026. was on Tuesday 14 April 2026. Community celebrations often fall on the nearest weekend, so check each event's own date.
Where can I celebrate Tamil New Year (Puthandu) in Canberra?
Nothing is listed yet for 2026. Temples across Australian Capital Territory usually hold programmes, and this page updates as organisers publish theirs.
What is Tamil New Year (Puthandu)?
Puthandu: the Tamil new year. It is also written Puthuvarusham.
Are Tamil New Year (Puthandu) events on Chalo alcohol free?
Yes. Every event on Chalo is listed as alcohol free and family safe.
How do I list a Tamil New Year (Puthandu) event in Canberra?
Create a free listing from the Create event button. It appears on this page once it is live.