Hindu · Sunday, November 8, 2026
How many weeks until Diwali?
There are
weeks and 2 days until Diwali 2026
37 days1 month 6 days25 business days6 weekends
About Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness with lamps, fireworks and sweets.
Diwali falls on the new moon of the Hindu month of Kartika (October or November). In 2026 it lands on a Sunday, November 8, 2026.
From today that is 37 days, or 5 weeks and 2 days. The wait includes 25 business days and 6 weekends.
Read the full story of Diwali: history, traditions and how the date is set →
Diwali in the coming years
| Year | Date | Day | Days away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 8, 2026 | Sunday | 37 |
| 2027 | October 29, 2027 | Friday | 392 |
| 2028 | October 17, 2028 | Tuesday | 746 |
| 2029 | November 5, 2029 | Monday | 1,130 |
| 2030 | October 26, 2030 | Saturday | 1,485 |
| 2031 | November 14, 2031 | Friday | 1,869 |
Questions & answers
How many weeks until Diwali 2026?
There are 5 weeks and 2 days until Diwali 2026, which is on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
What day of the week is Diwali 2026?
November 8, 2026 falls on a Sunday.
How many days until Diwali?
There are 37 days until November 8, 2026.
How many months until Diwali?
There are 1 month and 6 days until November 8, 2026.
How many weekends until Diwali?
There are 6 weekends until November 8, 2026.
How many business days until Diwali?
There are 25 business days until November 8, 2026, counting weekdays only (public holidays not subtracted).
How is the date of Diwali decided?
Diwali falls on the new moon of the Hindu month of Kartika (October or November).
When is Diwali 2027?
Friday, October 29, 2027.