Bhavur Karinkali theyyam is a rare theyyam that is presented during the annual theyyam thira and kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, Bhavur Karinkali theyyam is associated with Goddess Shakti and other Mother Goddess worship (Bhagavathy) seen in this part of the region. Bhavur Karinkali story is that of her helping a devotee to overcome obstacles and achieve peace and success. She is worshipped for attaining wealth and to defeat enemies. She is also propitiated to overcome the spread of infectious diseases.
Bhavur Karinkali theyyam is performed at Kannur Chalad Kunnathu Bhaavur Karinkali temple.