Celebrating Diwali in the UK
Diwali, the 'festival of lights,' is celebrated by over a billion people worldwide across various faiths, including Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists. While its origin stories vary, they all share a common theme: the victory of good over evil and light over darkness.
How to make a Diwali Lantern
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights and is also celebrated by Sikh and Jain communities. The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'.Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small oil lamps and lanterns.
All day events to celebrate Diwali
Celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, in and around London It’s starting to feel a lot like Diwali in London. Also known as the ‘Festival of Lights’, Diwali spans five days and usually falls in late October or early November.
Celebrating Diwali 2024
Diwali spans five days and usually falls in late October or early November. This year, Dhanteras will mark the official start on October 29 – November 3, with the main celebrations taking place on October 31 and November 1.