Date & Source
Primary date
Sunday, 8 November 2026
Observance
7–11 November 2026
Month
November 2026
Regional or observance note: The central Diwali holiday is 8 November; the five-day cycle runs 7–11 November.
Significance
Festival of lights, Lakshmi worship
Rituals & Traditions
Lakshmi PujaDiyasFirecrackersRangoli
Where Celebrated
All India
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali 2026 has its primary date on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The observance runs from 7–11 November 2026. The central Diwali holiday is 8 November; the five-day cycle runs 7–11 November.
What is the significance of Diwali?
Festival of lights, Lakshmi worship
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