Where is Jallikattu happening this year?

Jallikattu

Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport that is popular in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is typically held during the Pongal festival, which is celebrated in mid-January every year. The sport involves releasing a bull into a crowd of people, who attempt to grab onto the bull’s hump and hold on for as long as possible. The bull is not harmed during the event, but there have been instances of injuries to participants and spectators. Jallikattu has been a controversial sport due to concerns about animal welfare and safety.

Jallikattu has been around for more than 2,500 years and is believed to have originated in the ancient Tamil Nadu region of India. It is considered an important part of Tamil culture and tradition, and is typically held during the Pongal festival, which is celebrated in mid-January every year. In most part of southern India, Pongal or Sankranti is celebrated with cattle. One can expect around 750 – 800 Bulls in a Jallikattu event released to be tamed by Tamers.

Rules of Jallikattu

The rules of Jallikattu are fairly simple. A bull is released into a crowd of people, who attempt to grab onto the bull’s hump and hold on for as long as possible. The person who holds on to the bull for the longest time is declared the winner. However, there are certain rules that must be followed to ensure the safety of both the participants and the bulls. For example, the bull cannot be harmed in any way, and it must be released from a holding pen rather than directly from its owner’s property. Additionally, participants must be at least 18 years old and must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs during the event. There are also strict penalties for anyone who violates these rules.

When and Where is Jallikattu Celebrated in 2026?

Date of Jallikattu	Venue	Popularity
1st January 2026	Keelkottai, Pudukkottai	Lesser Known
2nd January 2026	Oorukulathanpatti, Tiruppathur	Lesser Known
3rd January 2026	Thatchankurichi, Pudukkottai	Moderate
8th January 2026	Keezhkarai, Alanganallur (Keelakarai, to avoid confusion refer link)	Moderate
15th January 2026	Avaniapuram, Madurai	Very Famous
16th January 2026	Palamedu, Madurai	Very Famous
16th January 2026	Singampunari, Sivaganga	Famous
16th January 2026	Pathinettangudi, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
16th January 2026	Karuppu Koothapuli, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
17th January 2026	Alanganallur Jallikattu, Madurai	Very Famous
17th January 2026	Alangaraichozhar, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
17th January 2026	Avarangadu, Tiruchirappalli	Lesser Known
17th January 2026	Vanniyanviduthi, Pudukkottai	Moderate
17th January 2026	Sriravayal, Sivaganga	Moderate
17th January 2026	R.T.Malai, Karur	Moderate
18th January 2026	Erumapatti, Namakkal	Moderate
18th January 2026	Koolamedu, Salem	Moderate
19th January 2026	Kandupatti, Sivaganga	Moderate
19th January 2026	Mukkanippatti-Mill, Vadavalam, Pudukottai	Moderate
24th January 2026	Salappakalayam, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
24th January 2026	Nilavarapatti, Salem	Lesser Known
25th January 2026	Pallapatti, Tiruchirappalli	Moderate
25th January 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
27th January 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
29th January 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
31st January 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
31st January 2026	Kattupatti, Pudukottai	Moderate
31st January 2026	Madhakottai, Thanjavur	Famous
2nd February 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
5th February 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
07th February 2026	Thandakoundanpalayam, Namakkal	Lesser Known
9th February 2026	Alanganallur Stadium, Keelakarai	Moderate
12th February 2026	Thennozhiyar, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
15th February 2026	T. Pudhur, Sivaganga	Lesser Known
15th February 2026	Arasozhar (Perambalur), Perambalur	Lesser Known

★ Alanganallur Jallikattu on Jan 17 is the most famous event – don’t miss it! This is Tamil Nadu’s bull-taming Super Bowl with thousands of bulls and massive crowds.

Jallikattu Bull tamer registration can be done in this website of Madurai district authority.

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