Diwali (Deepavali) celebrations across Australia — community fireworks, cultural nights, Lakshmi puja, and family gatherings.
Diwali 2026 is on Sunday 8 November 2026 — in about 9 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 Melbourne 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.
From family-friendly gatherings to lively cultural nights, there’s something for everyone. The Deepavali Sangamam focuses on community spirit with performances and awards, while the Diwali Spectacular offers an immersive experience of music and dance. Meanwhile, the Melbourne Diwali Festival invites all to enjoy free celebrations at Marvel Stadium. With such a range of activities held across various venues, the excitement of Diwali in Melbourne fosters a strong sense of community and connection among attendees.
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20 events found
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
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Free Diwali bazaar of fashion, jewellery, gifts, decor and sweets at Glen Waverley
By The Divas Collective
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 two-day Diwali and Moon Festival with cultural performances, food and market stalls at Williams Landing
By Asian Business Association of Wyndham
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
Free Diwali mela at Bacchus Marsh Grammar Aintree with cultural shows, bhangra, rides and stalls
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
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 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
Free Diwali storytime session at Darebin's Reservoir Library
By Darebin Libraries
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
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
Discover Unimelb and UMSU celebrate Diwali on University Plaza at the Parkville campus, Tuesday 10 November, 5-8pm - cultural food and live performances, everyone welcome.
By University of Melbourne
South Indian Festivals hosts Deepavali Sangamam at Truganina Community Centre on 14 November, with performances, traditional music, diyas and the Annual Awards.
By South Indian Festivals
