Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja 2026
Sunday, 8 November 2026Public Holiday
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Sunday, 8 November 2026
Tithi 29
Names in regional scripts
About Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja
Festival of Lights. Most of India worships Lakshmi tonight; Bengal worships Goddess Kali. In Kerala, Deepavali is a quieter family observance compared to Onam — the celebrations of the Asura king Narakasura's defeat by Krishna are smaller-scale.
Tithi: Tithi 29 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 20 Oct | Monday |
| 2026This year | 8 Nov | Sunday |
| 2027 | 28 Oct | Thursday |
| 2028 | 15 Nov | Wednesday |
| 2029 | 5 Nov | Monday |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja 2026?
Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja 2026 falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Tithi 29
What is the significance of Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja?
Festival of Lights. Most of India worships Lakshmi tonight; Bengal worships Goddess Kali. In Kerala, Deepavali is a quieter family observance compared to Onam — the celebrations of the Asura king Narakasura's defeat by Krishna are smaller-scale.
Is Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja a public holiday?
Yes, Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja be celebrated next year (2027)?
Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja 2027 will be celebrated on Thursday, 28 October 2027.
📿 Stotras to recite on Diwali (Deepavali) / Kali Puja
Lakshmi Sahasranama
लक्ष्मी सहस्रनाम
The 1000 names of Goddess Mahalakshmi from the Skanda Purana — recited especially on Fridays, Diwali, and Sharad Purnima for prosperity, abundance, and the grace of Devi Lakshmi.
~35 min
Kanakadhara Stotra
कनकधारा स्तोत्र
A 21-verse hymn to Goddess Lakshmi composed by Adi Shankaracharya — said to have caused a rain of golden gooseberries (kanaka-dhara) when first sung. The most popular Lakshmi stotra for prosperity.
~7 min
Annapurna Stotra
अन्नपूर्णा स्तोत्र
A 12-verse hymn to Goddess Annapurna — the divine mother of Kashi who feeds the universe — composed by Adi Shankaracharya. Recited daily before meals in many traditional households.
~5 min
Karagre Vasate Lakshmi — Morning Prayer
कराग्रे वसते लक्ष्मीः
The traditional morning prayer recited at the moment of waking — looking at one's palms before stepping out of bed. Invokes Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Govinda to bless the day.
~1 min
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