Join us for our annual Diwali celebration. Enjoy Indian dance, music, food, henna, and more. Learn about Diwali’s significance, sing Aarti, and offer lamps together.

DIWALI FESTIVAL NYC

in-person festival

date – monday, October 20th 2025

time – 5:00pm – 9:00pm

location – Bhakti Center

admission – free

*for any questions please write to [email protected]

overview

Please join us for our annual ‘Diwali – Festival of Lights’ celebration. Our Diwali Mela will feature a traditional Indian dance performance, food stalls featuring Indian street food and drinks, henna stall, face painting and a photo booth!

We’ll hear about the significance of Diwali and sing an Aarti together. The evening will culminate in everyone having an opportunity to offer lamps! 

what to expect

  • talk on the significance of Diwali
  • aarti
  • traditional Indian Dance Performance
  • food, drink and book stalls
  • lamp Offering
  • lively kirtan
  • Diwali feast