Yes, Ernakulam has a rich cultural life for students, with plenty of activities to suit different interests. The city has places such as Kerala Lalithakala Akademi and Kerala Folklore Museum, where students can learn about traditional arts, painting exhibitions, and heritage pieces. Music and dance lovers can watch performances of Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, and Carnatic concerts at places such as Changampuzha Park and JT Pac. Annual festivals such as the Kochi-Muziris Biennale and Onam festival also give students a chance to participate in Kerala's rich cultural heritage.
Besides the classical art forms, a cutting-edge contemporary scenario, that is, theater festivals, poetry slams, and film screenings, are enormously alive within Ernakulam. Intercollegiate cultural fests are conducted by most colleges and universities where students can perform in dance, drama, and music. Moreover, the ability to add to the libraries and cafes, art hubs, and libraries such as the Kerala Museum and the Ernakulam Public Library, further makes Ernakulam an exciting hub for artistic and intellectual growth.