Day of the week
Sunday
Day off
Not a federal holiday
Countdown
Day 312 of 2026
311 days after January 1.
How the Date of Diwali Is Determined
Diwali is held on Amavasya (the new moon) of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartika (Ashvin in some regional calendars), which lands in October or November. The date shown is Lakshmi Puja in New Delhi; some regions celebrate a day apart.
Diwali Dates 2026–2031
Diwali 2026 FAQ
When Is Diwali 2026?
Diwali 2026 is on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
Is Diwali a federal holiday?
No. Diwali is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.
How is the date of Diwali determined?
Diwali is held on Amavasya (the new moon) of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartika (Ashvin in some regional calendars), which lands in October or November. The date shown is Lakshmi Puja in New Delhi; some regions celebrate a day apart.
When Is Diwali 2027?
Diwali 2027 is on Friday, October 29, 2027.
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