Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. That is the main day — Lakshmi Puja — and the full five-day festival runs from Friday 6 November (Dhanteras) to Tuesday 10 November (Bhai Dooj). Diwali's date changes each year because the festival follows the Hindu lunar calendar: Lakshmi Puja falls on the new moon (Amavasya) of the month of Kartika, which usually lands in October or November.
Hindu festival of lights! And new year!
It's all about the light! Keep that in mind until Winter Solstice comes in December. Until then, just keep on having whatever inner light you can share, as well as some artificial flames too!
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Wishing you much light and love for Diwali!
ReplyDeleteI think having learned a lot from various Hindu practices, like yoga, meditation, delicious food, the Chakra system...celebrating their New Year is the least I could do.
DeleteMay your light shine brightly.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tom...someone else said "let there be light!"
DeleteHappy Diwali to those who’re celebrate.
ReplyDeleteI really don't celebrate, but just wanted to honor those who do.
DeleteHappy Diwali to all those who celebrate. Take care, enjoy your day and the new week ahead.
ReplyDeleteDon't think I've ever heard of Diwali before?
ReplyDeleteMy largely Indian neighborhood is a blaze of lights. Most houses have strings of lights going all night. Fireworks also happen. Sometimes I'm given candy!
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