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Diwali/Deepavali

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About Diwali/Deepavali

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a significant religious holiday observed by Hindus in Singapore to celebrate the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families decorate their homes with oil lamps called diyas, share sweets, and visit temples. It is a gazetted public holiday recognized for its cultural and religious importance to the Indian community.

red heart shaped ornament on white and blue paisley textile
Photo by Jyoti Singh on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026

How it's celebrated

  • Lighting diyas and candles to welcome prosperity
  • Drawing colourful rangoli at the entrance
  • Lakshmi puja in the evening
  • Sharing sweets and gifts with family and friends

When is Diwali/Deepavali in Singapore?

Diwali/Deepavali dates from 2023 to 2030

  • 2023Sunday, 12 NovemberPast
  • 2024Thursday, 31 OctoberPast
  • 2025Monday, 20 OctoberPast
  • 2026Sunday, 8 NovemberPast
  • 2027Friday, 29 October in 349 days
  • 2028Tuesday, 17 Octoberin 703 days
  • 2029Monday, 5 Novemberin 1087 days
  • 2030Saturday, 26 Octoberin 1442 days

October 2027

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