Diwali Dates: 2024, 2025, and Beyond
Diwali dates vary each year according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Here you will find the exact dates for the five‑day festival in 2024 and 2025, as well as a preview of future years. All dates are listed according to the main day of Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) and the surrounding celebrations.
Diwali 2024 Date
The main day of Diwali, known as Lakshmi Puja, will be celebrated on Friday, 1 November 2024. The festival spans five days, beginning two days earlier and ending two days later.
| Day | Date (2024) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Tuesday, 29 Oct 2024 | Auspicious day to purchase metals and prepare homes for the festival. |
| Naraka Chaturdashi | Wednesday, 30 Oct 2024 | Commemorates the victory over the demon Narakasura; involves ritual baths and rangoli. |
| Lakshmi Puja (Diwali) | Friday, 1 Nov 2024 | Main celebration when Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped and diyas are lit. |
| Govardhan Puja | Saturday, 2 Nov 2024 | Day of gratitude for nature, honouring Lord Krishna’s Govardhan hill miracle. |
| Bhai Dooj | Sunday, 3 Nov 2024 | Siblings celebrate their bond with prayers and gifts. |
Diwali 2025 Date
In 2025, most communities will celebrate the main day of Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) on Monday, 20 October 2025. Some traditions may observe Lakshmi Puja on 21 October due to regional lunar calculations. Below is the five‑day schedule observed in most parts of India.
| Day | Date (2025) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Saturday, 18 Oct 2025 | Households purchase gold, silver or utensils and begin decorating. |
| Naraka Chaturdashi | Sunday, 19 Oct 2025 | Ritual bath and prayers to dispel negativity. |
| Lakshmi Puja (Diwali) | Monday, 20 Oct 2025 | Main day dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi; lights, sweets and family gatherings abound. |
| Govardhan Puja | Tuesday, 21 Oct 2025 | Honours Krishna lifting Govardhan hill and includes food offerings. |
| Bhai Dooj | Wednesday, 22 Oct 2025 | Sisters pray for their brothers’ welfare and exchange gifts. |
Diwali Kab Hai (दिवाली कब है)?
People often ask “Diwali kab hai?” which translates to “When is Diwali?” Diwali usually falls in October or November, on the new moon night (Amavasya) of the Hindu month of Kartika. In 2024 the festival’s main day is on 1 November 2024 and in 2025 it is on 20 October 2025. These dates change each year based on lunar cycles, so check back here for the latest schedule.
Future Diwali Dates
Here is a quick glance at upcoming Diwali dates for the next few years:
- 2026: Sunday, 8 November 2026
- 2027: Friday, 29 October 2027
- 2028: Tuesday, 17 October 2028