7 Grand Diwali Celebrations Around the World You Can’t Miss

Siddhi Sharma
Oct 11, 2024

London, UK

Thousands of people gather to enjoy the festival of lights at London's Trafalgar Square for Diwali, which features colorful performances, traditional dances, food vendors, and fireworks.

Singapore

The streets of Little India in Singapore are decked out in vivid lights, and Diwali is a lively citywide celebration featuring religious ceremonies, lively bazaars, and cultural entertainment.

Dubai, UAE

Dubai celebrates Diwali with spectacular fireworks, shopping extravaganzas, Bollywood shows, and eye-catching light displays that draw visitors from all over the world in addition to locals.

Leicester, UK

Leicester is home to one of the biggest Diwali celebrations outside of India, drawing over 40,000 visitors a year with its breathtaking light displays, cultural performances, and parades.

Melbourne, Australia

Diwali celebrations bring Melbourne's Federation Square to life with traditional dances, food vendors, pyrotechnics, and cultural shows highlighting India's rich history.

New York, USA

Large-scale public celebrations like the South Street Seaport Festival, which includes performances, food vendors, and the traditional lighting of the diya, are held in New York City in honor of Diwali.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Grand celebrations with cultural performances, light displays, and delectable holiday snacks are held at temples, shopping centers, and houses during Kuala Lumpur's Diwali festivities.

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