Diwali 2026
What it is
The festival of lights. Homes glow with diyas, doorways get rangoli, and families share sweets. In the north it marks Rama’s return to Ayodhya.
Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
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Questions
When is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
What is Diwali?
The festival of lights. Homes glow with diyas, doorways get rangoli, and families share sweets. In the north it marks Rama’s return to Ayodhya.
Other years
Families celebrate in many ways, and customs change from region to region and home to home. This page gives a short, kind overview for children and parents, not a rulebook. Dates were checked against Drik Panchang and Office Holidays.