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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/Deepavali a Public Holiday?
Diwali/Deepavali is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
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 2018–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 土曜日 | 11月10日 (土) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | 日曜日 | 10月27日 (日) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | 月曜日 | 10月28日 (月) | Day off for Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | 土曜日 | 11月14日 (土) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | 木曜日 | 11月4日 (木) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | 月曜日 | 10月24日 (月) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | 日曜日 | 11月12日 (日) | Diwali/Deepavali | Observance |
| 2024 | 金曜日 | 11月1日 (金) | Diwali/Deepavali | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | 月曜日 | 10月20日 (月) | Diwali/Deepavali | Observance |
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.
