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Diwali/Deepavali in Singapore
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/Deepavali a Public Holiday?
Diwali/Deepavali is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Lanterns for the Diwali celebrations.
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About Diwali/Deepavali
Read more about Diwali/Deepavali.Diwali/Deepavali Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Tue | Nov 10 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
| 2016 | Sat | Oct 29 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
| 2017 | Wed | Oct 18 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Nov 6 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Oct 27 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Oct 28 | Diwali/Deepavali observed | National holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Nov 14 | Diwali/Deepavali | National holiday |
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