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2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival
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2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival

Friday 6 November 2026 · Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus, 75 Pigdons Road, VIC, 3216

Event details

Family-safe
Date
Time
11:00 amFinish time not published
Price
Not published yetCheck the organiser's page

About this event

The annual Deakin University Diwali Festival will once again be located at our stunning Waurn Ponds Campus. Our open campus allows convenient access to all food, activities and entertainment simultaneously, creating a true festival environment.

Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, an annual celebration that signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair. It’s a joyful milestone celebrated 's by people across the world irrespective of their culture or religion.

There will be:

• cultural performances

• DJ

• food and market stalls

• free activities and henna art

• rangoli artwork display

• spectacular fireworks display!

This is a free family-friendly community event.

Please register early to guarantee entry.

If you have any questions, please email unievents@deakin.edu.au

We hope you can join us for this celebration.

Transport options available for Deakin staff and students from the Burwood Campus pending interest. Please select this ticket type when registering.

  • Festival
  • Food
  • Family friendly
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Arts
  • Markets
  • Outdoors

Date and time

Date
Time
11:00 amThe organiser has not published a finish time.
Time zone
Local time in Victoria

Venue

Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216

75 Pigdons Road

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Tickets

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Organiser

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Questions people ask about 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival

When is 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival?

2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival is on Friday 6 November 2026. It starts at 11:00 am, and the organiser hasn't published a finish time yet. Times are shown in local time for Victoria. Add it to your calendar from this page so the details are there when you need them.

Where is 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival held?

2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival is held at Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216 (75 Pigdons Road). It is a Diwali event in Waurn Ponds, Melbourne, Victoria. The map on this page shows exactly where, and the Directions button opens the route in Google Maps.

How do I get to 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival, and is there parking?

If you're taking public transport, the Public Transport Victoria (PTV) journey planner is the quickest way to check routes and times to Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus in Waurn Ponds. The organiser hasn't listed parking details on Chalo, so if you're driving, check their page or ask them directly before you go. Community events can get busy, so allow a little extra time to arrive and settle in.

How much are tickets to 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival in Melbourne?

The organiser hasn't published a ticket price for 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival on Chalo yet. Their own page, linked on this listing, will have the latest on cost and entry, so there are no surprises at the door.

How do I book or register for 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival?

Registration for 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival is handled by the organiser through eventbrite.com.au. Use the Register button on this page to go straight there. Chalo lists the event but doesn't take bookings for it, so questions about places or changes go to the organiser.

What can I expect at 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival?

2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival is a festival celebration, listed as part of Diwali (The festival of lights). The listing points to food, music, dance and arts and culture, so it is a good fit if that is what you are after in Melbourne. If it is your first festival celebration, the organiser's description on this page has the programme as they have shared it.

Is 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival family friendly and alcohol-free?

Yes. 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival is tagged as family friendly, and like every event on Chalo it is listed as family-safe and alcohol-free. Alcohol should not be served or promoted at listed events, and any event found to involve alcohol is removed from the platform.

Is 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival accessible?

The organiser hasn't listed accessibility information for 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival on Chalo. If you need step-free access, seating, a quiet space or anything else to enjoy the day, contact the organiser before you go. The organiser's own page, linked on this listing, is the best place to ask.

Who is organising 2026 Deakin University Diwali Festival?

The organiser hasn't been confirmed on this listing yet. Chalo found it on Eventbrite Australia, and that page is the best place for organiser details. If you run this event, you can claim the listing to manage it on Chalo.

Spotted

We found this event and thought Waurn Ponds should know. Details and tickets are on the organiser's own page.

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