This year, the main day of Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, will be celebrated Nov. 1, 2024.
The five-day holiday typically takes place in October or November. Lamps are often lit 鈥 that鈥檚 where the 鈥渇estival of lights鈥 name comes in 鈥 that symbolize light overcoming darkness. To learn more about Diwali, sometimes called Deepavali, .
Interested in celebrating this year? Here are a few events across North Texas.
This observance taking place at a Coppell library is geared toward families with young children. Crafts and storytime about the holiday are on the agenda.
: Oct. 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Cozby Library and Community Commons, 177 N. Heartz Road, Coppell. Free.
Billed as a celebration of Indian culture and tradition, Southlake鈥檚 annual DiwaliFest is a day filled with food stalls representing different parts of India, a fashion show, photo booths and a fireworks show at the end of the night.
: Oct. 26, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Southlake Town Square, 1400 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake. Free
A handful of Dallas Public Library branches will host Diwali events. On Nov. 1, the Park Forest Branch Library including snacks, music, games, crafts and a performance, while the Audelia Road branch鈥檚 involves candle making. On Nov. 2, the Vickery Park branch will have its filled with henna, crafts, dance, musical performances and more.
: Nov. 1-2; times vary. No registration required. Free
The Frisco temple is hosting a handful of events for the days leading up to Diwali as well as Diwali itself. The schedule includes dedicated worship services for devotees.
: Oct. 29-Nov. 1. 12030 Independence Parkway, Frisco. Admission to daily pujas starts at $21.
Celebrate the Indian holiday of lights on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn at Klyde Warren Park. Enjoy cultural performances, colorful decor and traditional experiences that capture the spirit of Diwali.
: Nov. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Klyde Warren Park, Dallas. Free
Hosted at the Sound within Cypress Waters, this family-friendly food festival will feature Indian cuisine from a variety of regions and live entertainment to celebrate the festival of lights. A shopping bazaar is also part of the event.
: Nov. 3, noon to 8 p.m. The Sound, 3111 Olympus Blvd., Coppell. Free. Registration recommended.
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