Diwali is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and for over 1 billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and some Buddhists globally, it has a special spiritual and social significance.
Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is being celebrated by communities across India, but also world wide, including in Newcastle and across the UK. The festival runs over five days and celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that people light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness.
Find out below about events in and around Newcastle this year celebrating Diwali.
Happy Diwali for all those celebrating!
Events celebrating Diwali in Newcastle
31st October DIWALI at The Mandir: Come and celebrate Diwali this year at the beautifully decorated Temple.
The Temple is open all day and is located at 172 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 9QB.
7.00pm – Diwali Puja Followed by Bhajan Kirtan
8.00pm – Ram Leela & Performances
9.00pm – Aarti & Prasad
Get ready for an afternoon and evening filled with dazzling lights, vibrant colors, and the magic of Diwali at Westgate Community College.
Gather your family and friends and join the GemArts lantern workshop and parade and see the sky lights with an unforgettable fireworks display, honouring the Festival of Lights.
Enjoy delicious food stalls, Cultural performances, funfair, Diwali Bazaar and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that captures the spirit of Diwali!
Free admission.
A cozy evening of wellness incorporating colourful lights and uplifting sounds with a powerful soundscape with two sound healers immersing you in vibrational healing frequencies. This will be followed by a delicious vegan curry prepared by the scrumptious Earthlings cafe for our Dumb Supper. Diwali Wellness Session includes Grounding, Breathwork, Meditation & Soundbath. Tickets required £17 without food, £25 with food.
Join in a Bollywood Diwali Party in Newcastle with Crazy Beats on Monday 4th November. This event is aimed at students aged 18 and over and will include live DJs and performers with Bollywood, South Indian and Bhangra music.
Tickets required and arrive by 11pm