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Diwali is also known as Deepavali, Dipavali, Dewali, Deepawali, or the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated in October or November each year. Diwali celebrations can last for about five days.
Is Diwali a Public Holiday?
Diwali is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Dipa oil lamps are often lit for Diwali celebrations.
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About Diwali
Read more about Diwali.Diwali Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Wed | Nov 11 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Thu | Oct 27 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Oct 16 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Wed | Nov 7 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Oct 28 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Nov 14 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Mon | Nov 16 | Day off for Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | Nov 4 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Tue | Oct 25 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Nov 13 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Fri | Nov 1 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Tue | Oct 21 | Diwali | Public Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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