The festival of lights
Diwali 2027 in Canberra
370 days to go
Diwali, also written Deepavali or Dipavali, falls on Friday 29 October 2027. The festival of lights, celebrated in Canberra by temples, community associations and families across Australian Capital Territory. The listings here come from organisers and public announcements, and the page updates as programmes are published, so it is worth checking back closer to the date.
Nothing listed yet for Diwali 2027 in Canberra
Organisers usually publish Diwali programmes four to six weeks out. If you are running one in Canberra, list it and it will appear here.
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Where to celebrate in Australian Capital Territory
Temples across Australian Capital Territory that hold Diwali programmes. Check each one for its own times.
Diwali 2027 in Canberra: questions people ask
When is Diwali 2027 in Canberra?
Friday 29 October 2027. 370 days to go. Community celebrations often fall on the nearest weekend, so check each event's own date.
Where can I celebrate Diwali in Canberra?
Nothing is listed yet for 2027. Temples across Australian Capital Territory usually hold programmes, and this page updates as organisers publish theirs.
What is Diwali?
The festival of lights. It is also written Deepavali or Dipavali.
Are Diwali events on Chalo alcohol free?
Yes. Every event on Chalo is listed as alcohol free and family safe.
How do I list a Diwali event in Canberra?
Create a free listing from the Create event button. It appears on this page once it is live.