This year , people are actually confused that when to celebrate Diwali as Amavasya Tithi is falling for two days starting from October 20 and it will end on October 21, 2025 . Festivals News: Diwali, the festival of lights, will illuminate India on October 20, 2025 . This five-day celebration begins with Dhanteras and culminates in Bhai Dooj Diwali 2025 : Date and Time In 2025 Diwali will fall on 20 October, Monday. The five-day festival starts with Dhanteras. This year , Dhanteras 2025 will be celebrated on 18 October 2025 , followed by choti Diwali on 19 October. Govardhan puja will fall on 22 October and end with the celebration of Bhai Dooj on 23 October 2025 . Check the Diwali in 2025 dates below. Diwali (Laxmi Puja ) 2025 Date and Muhurat Time: Diwali will be celebrated on Monday this year. The five-day festivities started with Dhanteras on Saturday, October 19. The Diwali celebrations will conclude with Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23.