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Diwali Countdown Calculator

See how many days remain until the next Diwali.

Next Diwali

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What this calculator does

This online calculator looks up the next occurrence of Diwali from a confirmed multi-year date table and shows how many days remain — no lunar calendar math guesswork, just the actual published dates.

Worked example

Counting from September 2, 2026, the next Diwali falls onSunday, November 8, 2026.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a fixed date each year. Diwali follows the lunisolar calendar, so its Gregorian date changes annually, unlike fixed-date holidays such as Christmas — a similar shift happens with theChinese New Year date.
  • Confusing Diwali night with the full festival period. Diwali is the main night of a broader 5-day festival that includes Dhanteras before it and Bhai Dooj after it.
  • Using an outdated source. Always cross-check with a current Panchang or official regional calendar if you're planning travel or events around the date.

Frequently asked questions

Why does Diwali fall on a different date every year?+

Diwali is celebrated on Amavasya (the new moon night) of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartika, so its Gregorian calendar date shifts from year to year, typically landing sometime in October or November.

Is the date the same across India and the diaspora?+

The main Diwali night is generally consistent, but some regions and traditions observe related festival days (Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj) on slightly different adjoining days as part of the broader 5-day festival.

How far in advance are Diwali dates known?+

Since Diwali is tied to a calculated lunisolar calendar rather than a physical moon sighting, its date can be calculated years in advance and is generally stable, though always worth confirming with a local Panchang closer to the date.

Does this list cover every year?+

This calculator covers a multi-year lookup table through the early 2030s. For dates beyond that range, check a current Hindu Panchang or calendar source.

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