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Diwali Festival of Lights

Diwali - also known as the 'Festival of Lights' - is Wellington's local Indian and South East Asian communities' most vibrant cultural celebration.

Children dancing on stage at a Diwali concert.

Diwali Festival of Lights

Āhea | When 2pm–8.30pm, Sunday 12 October 2025
Ki hea | Where TSB Arena and Shed 6 | View on Google Maps

Experience the colours, tastes, and sounds of India and South-East Asia at the 2025 Diwali Festival of Lights.

There’ll be non-stop cultural entertainment and activities for the whole whānau to enjoy. Explore Indian fashion and jewellery stalls, experience henna painting and lantern making, meet local community groups and enjoy delicious food from the regions.

The night will end with a short fireworks display at approximately 8.50pm. For more information and weather updates, check the official Facebook event page .

Please be aware that there may be wait times to enter the venue due to the event's popularity.

Recipes

Create the taste of Diwali at home with these delicious recipes for mysore pak, chole masala and gajar Ka halwa (carrot halwa).

Download the Diwali recipes (4.22MB PDF)

Past events

Enjoy some images of the 2023 Diwali Festival of Lights below.