When is Divali in 2026?
Divali › 2026
2026
November 8, 2026
- Day of week
- Sunday
- Days until
- 109 days to go
- Weekend?
- Yes — falls on a Sunday
- Public holiday
- Yes (in some countries)
Note: New moon day (Amavasya) in the Hindu month of Kartik
Divali by Year
2023
November 12, 2023
2024
November 1, 2024
2025
October 20, 2025
2026
November 8, 2026
2027
October 29, 2027
About Divali
The Hindu Festival of Lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness, observed with oil lamps, fireworks, sweets, and prayers to Goddess Lakshmi.
Date rule: New moon day (Amavasya) in the Hindu month of Kartik (October-November)
Frequently Asked Questions
Divali in 2026 falls on November 8, 2026. New moon day (Amavasya) in the Hindu month of Kartik
Divali falls on a Sunday in 2026.
There are 109 days until Divali 2026.
Yes, Divali 2026 falls on a Sunday, which is a weekend. This means many workers will already have the day off.
Upcoming dates for Divali: 2023: November 12, 2023; 2024: November 1, 2024; 2025: October 20, 2025; 2026: November 8, 2026; 2027: October 29, 2027.