Diwali 2027: Date

DateFriday, 29 October 2027Expected date

Diwali, the festival of lights, falls on the new-moon night of Kartik. Homes are lit with diyas, families perform Lakshmi Puja, and the celebration runs over five days, from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj.

See all Hindu festivals 2027, or the October 2027 calendar.

Questions

When is Diwali 2027?

Diwali 2027 is expected on Friday, 29 October 2027.

Is Diwali 2027 a public holiday?

It is a gazetted or restricted holiday in much of India, depending on the festival and the state. In the UK, US and Gulf it is not a public holiday, though many schools and employers allow leave.

Dates cross-checked against Samvat: Hindu festivals 2027 and HinduPad: Hindu festivals 2027.