When is diwali: Dipavali (IAST

Dipavali (IAST: Dīpāvalī), [a] commonly known as Diwali (/ dɪˈwɑːliː /), [4] is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism. When is Diwali (Deepavali)—the Festival of Light and the biggest celebration in the Hindu calendar? Here are dates for 2020 to 2025. Diwali is an auspicious Hindu festival-- falling on the new moon of Kartik month--that comes after 20 days of Dussehra or Vijayadashami every year and lasts for five days from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj. In 2025, Diwali will be celebrated on Friday, November 1, across the country Diwali 2025 calendar: Prepare to celebrate the Festival of Lights with our 5-day Diwali guide, detailing each day’s festivities from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj.