Diwali 2026 is on Sunday 8 November 2026 — in about 8 weeks
The five-day festival runs 6–10 November. Australian community melas spread across every weekend from mid-October to late November, so the event you want may not sit on the festival day itself.
Dates shown are the Australian calendar dates. Community celebrations in Australia often run on the nearest weekend — check each event below for its own date.
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Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a cherished celebration that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. This year, Melbourne's Indian community embraces the spirit of Diwali with three exciting events that bring people together in joy and festivity.
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Festival of Lights celebrated by millions, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. In Perth, the Indian community can look forward to an exciting upcoming event that promises to bring everyone together in celebration.
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An annual Indian fashion shopping exhibition featuring sarees, lehengas, jewellery and accessories for women, men and children
By House of Aadhya
Diwali festival at Dreamworld — rides, live shows, food & culture (Gold Coast)
By Bolly Beats Events
A one-day festive shopping exhibition at Shanti Niketan Hall — jewellery, clothing, gift hampers and home decor ahead of Navratri and Diwali.
By Hindu Temple & Cultural Centre of the ACT
Coast Indian Cultural and Art Association's Diwali gala at the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort.
By Coast Indian Cultural and Art Association
A large-scale Diwali celebration featuring over 50,000 lights, three performance stages, 25+ food stalls, cultural performances and live music
By DesiKanGroove
Free Diwali storytime for kids aged 3–10 at Stanton Library, North Sydney — stories, songs and a Diwali craft with The Best Rangoli Ever author Sheena Garg.
By Stanton Library (North Sydney Council)
Sydney Community Group's Diwali night at The Epping Club: performances, Indian food and a dance floor, 6pm-10pm Friday 9 October 2026.
By Sydney Community Group
Free indoor Navratri and Diwali mela at Carnes Hill Community & Recreation Precinct, Liverpool, with 30+ vendors, food and festive shopping.
By IndAus Events
The Divas Collective bring their Diwali Bazaar to Pakenham for the first time - fashion, jewellery, gifts, decor and sweets from small businesses across Melbourne.
By The Divas Collective
Free Diwali market at the Dutch Club Carnegie with jewellery, fashion, decor and entertainment
By Aaria's Creations
A guided hands-on cultural craft workshop at Preston Library where participants make their own paper diyas or a marigold garland while exploring the traditions and symbolism of Diwali, presented with Taste of India.
By Darebin Libraries
A ticketed Diwali evening from the Uttar Pradesh Association of Australia (QLD) and AusIndia Business Network at Sitar Indian Restaurant, Albion, on Friday 23 October: Lakshmi Ji Pooja, a three-course vegetarian meal, live DJ and kids' activities.
By Uttar Pradesh Association of Australia - QLD
Bollywood-themed Diwali gala by SHEnergy Circle at The Grand Castle, Wembley — live DJ, cultural performances, lucky draws and a sit-down dinner.
By SHEnergy Circle Perth
Diwali-themed Bollywood party cruise on the Brisbane River aboard Oasis Brisbane.
By Bolly Beats Events
Free two-day Diwali shopping bazaar at Campbelltown Function Centre, Rostrevor, on 24-25 October 2026 - decorations, lights and festive gifts ahead of Diwali.
By Hello Goodies & Curious Cook's Diary
Spirit of Diwali Melbourne marks five years with a free Diwali shopping and culture festival at Hotel Chadstone MGallery — Saturday 24 October, 11am to 7pm.
By Spirit Evnts
Free Diwali bazaar of fashion, jewellery, gifts, decor and sweets at Glen Waverley
By The Divas Collective
Hindu Council of Australia's two-day Deepavali Fair at Blacktown Showground, with Ravan Dahan, a Ramayan presentation, fireworks, rides, cultural performances and food stalls. Free entry, 12pm-10pm both days.
By Hindu Council of Australia
Wigram Street, Harris Park closes for a free eight-hour Diwali street festival of food, market stalls, live music, cultural dance and kids’ activities.
By AMA Event Management
Free two-day Diwali and Moon Festival with cultural performances, food and market stalls at Williams Landing
By Asian Business Association of Wyndham
A free-spirited community Diwali at Gainsborough State School with Indian food trucks, live music and dance, student displays, lantern making and a fireworks finale.
By Enriching Communities Pimpama
Sydney Connexions Growth Club’s community Diwali party at Grand Royale, Granville — Indian dinner, Bollywood DJ, entertainment and a photo booth.
By Sydney Connexions Growth Club
Indian community gala and Diwali celebration at Emporium Hotel South Brisbane — currently sold out.
By IMAQ
Celebrate one of Melbourne’s biggest community Diwali festivals as Wyndham Diwali returns with a vibrant multicultural showcase of dance, music and arts. This free-entry Festival of Lights brings together thousands of visitors in the spirit of unity in diversity.
By Wyndham Diwali Inc.
Victoria's largest Diwali festival returns free to the open-air Marvel Stadium Square, Docklands, on 31 October 2026 from 2pm to 10pm.
By Melbourne Diwali Festival
ISWA's Diwali Mela returns to Langley Park on 31 October 2026, 3pm-9pm - fireworks, live entertainment, cultural performances, Indian food and market stalls.
By Indian Society of WA (ISWA)
Free Diwali mela at Bacchus Marsh Grammar Aintree with cultural shows, bhangra, rides and stalls
Celebrate Deepavali in a vibrant multicultural gathering filled with lights, food, and festive spirit at Mount Gravatt Showgrounds. This five-hour in-person event promises an unforgettable evening as the Festival of Lights comes alive in Brisbane.
By Hindu Council of Australia
Maroondah Indian Community's annual Diwali dinner at The Grand Saffron in South Morang - Indian cuisine, music and dancing.
By Maroondah Indian Community
Ticketed Diwali dinner cruise on the Yarra with DJ, dancing and fireworks
By Glow and Gather Events
Light up the night at this festive Diwali celebration in Chermside, featuring a delicious 3-course meal, lively entertainment, and a joyful atmosphere for all ages. Dress in your festive best, bring your family and friends, and get ready for an evening of lights, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Free eight-and-a-half-hour Diwali mela at Prince Alfred Square, Parramatta, with a live Ramayan, dance and a full precinct of food stalls.
By Opera Entertainment Australia
Free family-friendly Diwali shopping and entertainment day at Fountain Gate Hotel, Narre Warren
By Prive Events Melbourne
Light up your festive season at Diwali Festival 2026, a vibrant community celebration in Dandenong packed with dazzling lights, live performances, Bollywood music, food, shopping and family fun. This grand Festival of Lights promises a joyful evening of culture, entertainment and togetherness for all ages.
By Bright Events
Free Diwali craft session at Rockingham Library making star-shaped decorative tea light holders. Ages 18+, bookings open 7 October 2026.
By City of Rockingham
Free Diwali storytime for under-fives at Brimbank's Sydenham Library
By Brimbank Libraries
Free Hume City Council Diwali rangoli-making session at Mickleham South Community Centre
By Hume City Council
Brisbane's biggest CBD Diwali. The Federation of Indian Communities of Queensland fills King George Square from 11am to 10pm on Friday 6 November with cultural performances, live entertainment, Indian food and market stalls. Free, no bookings.
By The Federation of Indian Communities of Queensland Inc.
Free Diwali storytime session at Darebin's Reservoir Library
By Darebin Libraries
Bayside Council's Diwali street festival lights up King Street Mall, Rockdale.
By Bayside Council
The Hindu Council of Australia SA stages Adelaide's biggest Diwali celebration at the Showground, with Ravan Dehan, fireworks, music and Indian food from midday to 10:30pm.
By Hindu Council of Australia - SA
Tamil Association Queensland's Deepavali celebration, Saturday 7 November 2026 from 3:30 PM at the Islamic College of Brisbane, Karawatha. Cultural programme, stalls and food; tickets on sale soon.
By Tamil Association (Queensland) Inc.
Glen Eira City Council's free outdoor Diwali festival at Booran Reserve, Glen Huntly - lights, henna, Bollywood dancing, market stalls and food.
By Glen Eira City Council
Tamil beats party on Deepavali eve at Drunk Elephant Bar, Bistro & Shisha on Barrack Street, Perth, from 9:30pm till late.
By Oli Entertainment Group
Deepavali morning abishekam for Lord Murugan at the Mays Hill temple.
By Sydney Murugan Temple
SVT Helensburgh's full Diwali day: morning abishegams and evening Lakshmi Kubera Pooja.
By Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh
Celebrate Shri Shri Kali Puja 2026 with the Bengali Association of Victoria at a festive community gathering marking Kali Puja, Deepavali and Diwali. This special evening brings the Victorian Bengali community together for a vibrant cultural and religious celebration.
By Bengali Association of Victoria
Chinmaya Mission Australia (Sydney) hosts a free Deepavali evening at Chinmaya Sannidhi Ashram, Castle Hill — Lakshmi Pooja, bhajans, arati, family fun and prasad.
By Chinmaya Mission Australia (Sydney)
