Diwali 2024 Exploring the Vibrant Rituals and Traditions
Diwali 2024
One of the most popular holidays in India and around the world is Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. People gather during this joyful, unifying, and traditional time to celebrate the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Let’s examine the customs, traditions, and important information related to Diwali in 2024.
Date of Diwali 2024
India will celebrate Diwali on Thursday, November 1st, 2024. Usually, the holiday lasts five days, with Diwali, or Lakshmi Puja, being the main event on the first day.
Oct. 31 is Narak Chaturdashi.
The five-day Diwali holiday, also called Deepavali, is currently in its second day.
Diwali in the USA
The Indian diaspora in the USA also widely celebrates Diwali, with lavish celebrations held in major cities including New York, Houston, and San Francisco. In the USA, the main day for Diwali celebrations will fall on November 1st, 2024. Communities gather for cultural events, temple visits, and candlelight house illuminations.
Diwali 2024 Calendar
- Dhanteras: October 29, 2024, Tuesday
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024 is Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali.
- Main Diwali (Lakshmi Puja): Thursday, November 1, 2024
- November 2, 2024, Friday, is Govardhan Puja.
- Bhai Dooj: November 3, 2024, a Saturday.
