Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs. This year’s festival begins October 31, usually lasting five days. The holidays are filled with family, traditions, food and dancing. See where your community is celebrating this year:
October 25
Diwali Mela
Edison YMCA, Edison
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Indian foods and desserts, clothing, jewelry, Diwali gifts, candles, a Bollywood dance class, and Diwali crafts for kids.
Diwali Bonanza
Jashan by Dhaba, Parsippany
There will be 50 dishes on the grand buffet before you dance and then watch fireworks light up the sky.
October 26
Diwali: Festival of Lights
Papaianni Park, Edison
Early in the afternoon, there will be 100,000 lights on display, plus free henna, a Kids Zone, musical performances, food vendors and retail vendors. After dark (around 7 pm) look for the drone show and a diya lighting ceremony.
Diwali Celebration
Parsippany Library
Watch a dance performance by Thillai Fine Arts.
Spiritual Diwali Mela
The Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, Perth Amboy
Tap into the more spiritual side of the holiday through meditation, a rangoli and diya painting competition, and a cultural program followed by a free dinner.
October 27
Diwali Gala
North Brunswick Veterans Park, North Brunswick
Celebrate the Indian festival of lights with food, entertainment, performances, music and games.
Diwali Celebration & Elysian Pumpkin Patch
Under the viaduct, Hoboken
The Diwali party includes live urban sitar with Shiv, crafts, songs, Bollywood dancing and readings. There will also be pumpkin picking, vendor shopping, live music and outdoor games. Hosted by Main Street Pops.
Diwali Fest NJ
Memorial Park’s Amphitheatre, Maplewood
The Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture and SOMA Cross Cultural Works present a day of dance performances, Bollywood lessons a lamp lighting, food, vendors, sparklers and children’s activities.
October 30
Diwali Celebration
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, Robbinsville
The largest Hindu temple outside of India will commemorate its 50th annual Diwali celebration with a family-friendly pop-up exhibition and activities.
November 1-3
Diwali Celebration
Meximodo Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar, Metuchen
The evenings will be filled with joy, light, and a unique menu collab with Aarzu that features a blend of Mexican and Indian dishes for the holiday.
November 16
Marlboro Community Diwali Celebration
Colts Neck Fire Company 2, Colts Neck
The Marlboro Indian Foundation will bring in Bollywood dance performances, food and drinks, fireworks, a DJ, music, games, gifts and a photo booth.
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