Diwali in Suriname
In 2026, Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026.
Photo by Ritabrata Das on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, is a significant religious celebration observed by the Hindu community in Suriname. It symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The holiday is marked by the lighting of traditional clay lamps, colorful rangoli designs, and prayers in homes and temples.
Diwali dates in Suriname
Observance dates for Diwali across a 10-year window (2023-2030).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 Nov 2023 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 2024 | 31 Oct 2024 | Thursday | Diwali |
| 2025 | 20 Oct 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 2026This year | 8 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 2027 | 28 Oct 2027 | Thursday | Diwali |
| 2028 | 17 Oct 2028 | Tuesday | Diwali |
| 2029 | 5 Nov 2029 | Monday | Diwali |
| 2030 | 25 Oct 2030 | Friday | Diwali |
12 Nov 2023
Sunday · Diwali
31 Oct 2024
Thursday · Diwali
20 Oct 2025
Monday · Diwali
8 Nov 2026
Sunday · Diwali
28 Oct 2027
Thursday · Diwali
17 Oct 2028
Tuesday · Diwali
5 Nov 2029
Monday · Diwali
25 Oct 2030
Friday · Diwali
