Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and across the world. Observed by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists, Diwali marks the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. In 2026, Diwali falls in October. Use TimerX's live Diwali 2026 countdown to track exactly how many days, hours, minutes, and seconds remain until the biggest festival of the year.
Diwali 2026 falls on 8th November 2026. The main Diwali celebration (Lakshmi Puja) takes place on the new moon night of the Hindu month of Kartik. The five-day festival includes Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Main Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.
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Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over Ravana. It symbolises the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Homes are lit with diyas and decorated with rangoli.
Diwali celebrations include lighting oil lamps (diyas) and candles, bursting firecrackers, exchanging sweets and gifts, performing Lakshmi Puja for prosperity, decorating homes with rangoli, and spending time with family.