May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
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
Holiday currently only shown for years 2014–2024.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Wed | Oct 22 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Tue | Nov 10 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Sat | Oct 29 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Wed | Oct 18 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Nov 6 | Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Oct 27 | 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 |
| 2024 | Thu | Oct 31 | 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.
