Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights and one of the most significant celebrations in Indian culture. Spanning five days, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival falls between mid-October and mid-November, determined by the Hindu lunar calendar. Diwali celebrations include lighting oil lamps (diyas) and candles, creating colorful rangoli patterns at doorsteps, bursting fireworks, exchanging sweets and gifts with family and friends, and performing prayers (puja) to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. Homes and public spaces are decorated with strings of lights and lanterns. While Diwali is primarily a Hindu festival, it is also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists, each with their own historical significance. Jains observe Diwali as the day Lord Mahavira attained nirvana, while Sikhs celebrate it as Bandi Chhor Divas, marking the release of Guru Hargobind from imprisonment. Diwali is a national holiday in India and is celebrated by Indian communities in countries worldwide.
Diwali 2027 falls on Friday, 29 October 2027. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights and one of the most significant celebrations in Indian culture.
There are 349 days (49 weeks, or about 11 months 15 days) until Diwali. That is approximately 8,364 hours or 501,866 minutes from now. Use our date calculator to find the exact duration between any two dates.
There are 49 weeks until Diwali on Friday, 29 October 2027. That falls in week 43 of the year. Use our live countdown timer above for a real-time count including hours, minutes, and seconds.