Diwali 2026: dates of all five days
The five-day festival of Diwali 2026 runs from November 5, 2026 to November 11, 2026. Lakshmi Puja is on November 8, 2026, Sunday. This time Narak Chaturdashi (Roop Chaudas) is also on the same day.
| Date | Festival |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2026, Thursday | Vasu Baras / Govatsa Dwadashi |
| November 6, 2026, Friday | Dhanteras |
| November 8, 2026, Sunday | Narak Chaturdashi (Roop Chaudas) |
| November 8, 2026, Sunday | Diwali — Lakshmi Puja |
| November 10, 2026, Tuesday | Govardhan Puja (Annakut) |
| November 11, 2026, Wednesday | Bhai Dooj |
| November 11, 2026, Wednesday | Chitragupt Puja |
Dates are based on the panchang for New Delhi; tithi timings can differ by a few minutes in other cities.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali 2026?
Lakshmi Puja on November 8, 2026, Sunday.
When is Dhanteras 2026?
November 6, 2026, Friday
When is Chhoti Diwali (Roop Chaudas) 2026?
November 8, 2026, Sunday
When is Bhai Dooj 2026?
November 11, 2026, Wednesday