Saturn and Moon Meet in the Sky
Saturn and the Moon will meet up in the night sky for a close approach on November 10–11.
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/Deepavali a Public Holiday?
Diwali/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 Diwali/Deepavali
Read more about Diwali/Deepavali.Diwali/Deepavali Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2012–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Tue | Nov 13 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2013 | Sun | Nov 3 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2013 | Mon | Nov 4 | Diwali/Deepavali observed | Public holiday |
| 2014 | Thu | Oct 23 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2015 | Wed | Nov 11 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2016 | Sat | Oct 29 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2017 | Thu | Oct 19 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2018 | Wed | Nov 7 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Oct 27 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Oct 28 | Diwali/Deepavali observed | Public holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Nov 14 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | Nov 4 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Oct 24 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | Nov 12 | Diwali/Deepavali | Public holiday |
| 2024 | Thu | Oct 31 | Diwali/Deepavali (Tentative Date) | Public holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | Oct 20 | Diwali/Deepavali (Tentative Date) | 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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