Diwali
LocationIndia/Global
WhenOctober/November
Attendance1 billion+ observers
About Diwali
The Hindu festival of lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness. Lasts 5 days with the main celebration on the third day. Fireworks, oil lamps (diyas), and rangoli art are central traditions. Also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists. The date follows the Hindu lunar calendar.