Diwali 2026
Diwali 2026 falls on November 8, 2026 (Sun). Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families light diyas, perform Lakshmi Puja, decorate homes with rangoli and share sweets. It is celebrated by Hindus across India and around the world.
Key dates 2026: Dhanteras 6 Nov (Fri) · Choti Diwali 7 Nov (Sat) · Lakshmi Puja 8 Nov (Sun) · Govardhan Puja 9 Nov (Mon) · Bhai Dooj 10 Nov (Tue)
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See Diwali 2026 events, pandals and celebrations on the map, with timings and directions.
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Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families light diyas, perform Lakshmi Puja, decorate homes with rangoli and share sweets. It is celebrated by Hindus across India and around the world. Read the full Diwali guide — history, significance and puja vidhi →
Diwali 2026 day by day
| Date | Tithi at sunrise | Nakshatra | Sunrise / sunset (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Nov 2026 (Sun) | Krishna Chaturdashi | Swati | 6:38 AM / 5:31 PM |
Lunar month: Ashwin (amanta). Tithis change during the day — see each day's panchang for exact end times.
Diwali 2026 events on MyPujaWorld
13 Diwali celebrations listed for 2026:
- BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival 2026 October 31 (Sat) – November 1 (Sun), 2026 · City Centre, Auckland
- Redlands Diwali 2026 October 31, 2026 (Sat) · Capalaba, Brisbane
- Divali Nagar 2026 October 30 (Fri) – November 7 (Sat), 2026 · Divali Nagar site, Chaguanas
- Dallas Festival of Lights – Diwali Mela 2026 October 24, 2026 (Sat) · McKinney, Dallas
- Brickfields Deepavali Bazaar 2026 October 9 (Fri) – November 7 (Sat), 2026 · Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
- Melbourne Diwali 2026 October 31, 2026 (Sat) · Docklands, Melbourne
- Light Up Diwali 2026, Montclair October 17, 2026 (Sat) · Montclair, New Jersey
- Diwali on Hudson 2026 October 24, 2026 (Sat) · Jersey City, New Jersey
- North Brunswick Diwali Gala 2026 October 25, 2026 (Sun) · North Brunswick, New Jersey
- SANJ Kali Puja and Diwali 2026 November 7, 2026 (Sat) · Monroe Township, New Jersey
- Deepavali Open House 2026 at the Indian Heritage Centre October 17 (Sat) – November 8 (Sun), 2026 · Little India, Singapore
- Diwali 2026 — Festival of Lights, Epping October 9, 2026 (Fri) · Epping, Sydney
- Diwali Festival of Lights Toronto 2026 October 24 (Sat) – 25 (Sun), 2026 · Downtown, Toronto
Diwali samagri list
Everything you need for Diwali puja — 15 items with their meaning and where to find them abroad.
Diwali dates by year
| Year | Dates |
|---|---|
| 2027 | October 29, 2027 (Fri) |
| 2026 | November 8, 2026 (Sun) |
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Diwali 2026 — frequently asked questions
What is Diwali?
Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families light diyas, perform Lakshmi Puja, decorate homes with rangoli and share sweets. It is celebrated by Hindus across India and around the world.
When is Diwali 2026?
Diwali 2026 falls on November 8, 2026 (Sun).
Where can I find Diwali celebrations near me?
Use the MyPujaWorld events map to find Diwali 2026 events, pandals and ghats near you, with timings, directions and organiser updates.
Which communities celebrate Diwali?
Diwali is especially important to Pan Hindu communities, and is celebrated by Hindu families around the world.
What items are needed for Diwali?
MyPujaWorld has a complete Diwali samagri list with 15 items, their significance and tips for finding them outside India.