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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 Diwali a Public Holiday?
Diwali is an optional holiday. Employment and holiday laws in Kenya allow employees to choose a limited number of holidays from a list of optional holidays. Some employees may choose to take the day off on this day, however, most offices and businesses remain open.
Dipa oil lamps are often lit for Diwali celebrations.
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About Diwali
Read more about Diwali.Diwali (For Hindus only) Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2016–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sun | Oct 30 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2017 | Thu | Oct 19 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2018 | Wed | Nov 7 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Oct 27 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Nov 14 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | Nov 4 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Oct 24 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | Nov 12 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2024 | Fri | Nov 1 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | Oct 20 | Diwali (For Hindus only) | Optional 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.
