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Browse our Melbourne events page to discover upcoming Indian community events, festivals, and gatherings. We list Diwali celebrations, Holi festivals, temple events, cultural performances, and more happening in Melbourne.
How do I find Diwali events in Melbourne?
Use the category filter on our Melbourne events page to find Diwali-specific events. Diwali celebrations typically happen in October or November and include community gatherings, fireworks displays, and cultural programs.
Are there Indian temples in Melbourne?
Yes, Melbourne has several Indian temples and community centres that regularly host religious and cultural events. Browse our organisers page to find temples and community organisations in Melbourne.
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Absolutely! If you're organising an Indian community event in Melbourne, you can submit it for free on India.com.au. Your event will be reviewed and published to reach the Indian community in Melbourne.
Experience a heartwarming live concert with Lagnajita Chakraborty and her band as they bring timeless melodies, soulful vocals, and emotionally rich performances to Melbourne. Family-friendly and filled with nostalgia, this promises an unforgettable evening for music lovers old and new.
An uplifting evening of live bhajans, devotion and celebration, Nikhar Juneja’s exclusive Melbourne show promises a heart-stirring experience for all ages. Expect powerful music, vibrant energy and a deeply spiritual atmosphere designed to reconnect, inspire and bring people together.
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.
Sun, 1 Nov · 4:00 pm
Dandenong Park
By Bright Events
Free
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Award-winning contemporary Bharatanatyam dance-theatre by Karma Dance Inc — 16 dancers explore spiritual liberation through desire in a bold fusion of ancient tradition and modern narratives.
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.
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.
Tue, 10 Nov · 5:00 pm
University Plaza, University of Melbourne (outside Glyn Davis Building)
South Indian Festivals hosts Deepavali Sangamam at Truganina Community Centre on 14 November, with performances, traditional music, diyas and the Annual Awards.
Urdu poet and humourist Ahmed Saeed brings Jashn-E-Shairi to Melbourne for an evening of shairi, laughter and masti at Aries Reception, Thornbury, with a three-course dinner included.
Karthik Kumar brings his fifth stand-up special to Melbourne with a sharp, uplifting set about luck, timing, and surviving the chaos of life in the arts. Expect observational storytelling, self-deprecating humour, and insider laughs from one of Indian stand-up’s most distinctive voices.
Celebrate Saraswati Puja with the Bengali Association of Victoria at a full-day gathering dedicated to learning, art and culture. This community celebration brings devotees and families together to honour Goddess Saraswati in a vibrant Bengali cultural setting.
Kannada stand-up star Sonu Venugopal returns to Australia with a brand-new solo special, promising fresh material and even bigger laughs. If you missed her last time, this Melbourne show is your chance to catch one of the leading names in Kannada comedy live.
