Diwali
Also: Deepavali, Divali, Festival of Lights
Nov 7 – Nov 9, 2026
The festival of lights, marking the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Expect home diyas and rangoli, fireworks, gift exchanges, and packed community events at temples and cultural halls in the days around the main night.
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What is Diwali?
The festival of lights, marking the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Expect home diyas and rangoli, fireworks, gift exchanges, and packed community events at temples and cultural halls in the days around the main night.
Main Lakshmi Puja night: 2026-11-08, 2027-10-29, 2028-10-17. A five-day festival window (Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj) surrounds the main day; local event timing varies by community.
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