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Diwali is also known as Deepavali, Dipavali, Dewali, Deepawali, or the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated in October or November each year. Diwali celebrations can last for about five days.
Is Deepavali a Public Holiday?
Deepavali is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Dipa oil lamps are often lit for Diwali celebrations.
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About Deepavali
Read more about Deepavali.Deepavali Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sun | Oct 27 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Oct 28 | Day off for Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Nov 14 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | Nov 4 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Oct 24 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | Nov 12 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Nov 13 | Day off for Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Thu | Oct 31 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | Oct 20 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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