Culture
Your local time (UTC)
Sat, Nov 07, 2026, 06:30 PM UTC
Official time (Asia/Kolkata)
Sun, Nov 08, 2026, 12:00 AM GMT+5:30
Live countdown
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Days
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Hours
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Local start time
What time is Diwali 2026?
Official schedule, local time conversion, live countdown, and calendar save link.
Quick answer
Diwali 2026 is listed for Sun, Nov 08, 2026, 12:00 AM GMT+5:30. In your timezone, that is Sat, Nov 07, 2026, 06:30 PM UTC.
Time details
- Official timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Your timezone
- UTC
- Category
- Culture
About Diwali 2026
Diwali 2026 falls in November, with celebrations observed across India and around the world. This page shows the date start in your local timezone.
Holidays and cultural events can begin at midnight, sundown, or a local reference time depending on the tradition. This page shows the listed start in your timezone and keeps the date easy to save.
Detailed start time guide
Diwali 2026 starts according to the listed Asia/Kolkata reference time. This page converts it into your local timezone and gives a clear countdown for planning.
Local start time
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FAQ
+ When is Diwali 2026?
Diwali 2026 is widely listed for November 8, 2026.
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