Festival guide
Diwali
दीपावली
Festival of lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness.
At a glance
How is Diwali dated?
Diwali is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
Also known as: Deepavali, Lakshmi Puja, Festival of Lights, Diwali date, Diwali calendar.
Yearly reference
Diwali dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Amavasya (new moon in Kartik month). The darkest night of the year is illuminated with lamps, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, typically in October-November.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedDiwali tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
SwatiDietary practice
No specific restrictionSignificance
Celebrates Rama's return to Ayodhya. Lakshmi-Ganesh worship for prosperity.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
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Common questions
How is Diwali dated?
Diwali is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
What is the tithi for Diwali?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Diwali. Choose a year above to see the details.
Can the date differ by city?
Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.