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Diwali, or Deepavali (“row of lights”) is observed in many countries around the world and within the religions of Hinduism, Jainism and Sikhism. It is the festival of lights and it marks the victory of good over evil. While celebrations differ across regions and traditions, Diwali often includes the lighting of diyas (oil lamps), candles and lanterns, along with visiting with family and friends and feasting. Diwali occurs in the fall, on the darkest day during the Hindu month of Kartik (mid-October to mid-November).
Read on for a reading list, resources and details about WPL’s 2026 Deepavali celebration in partnership with the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region.
Two young dancers celebrating Diwali.
Celebrate Deepavali
Saturday, November 7
1:00pm to 4:30pm
RIM Park, Room 207/208
Celebrate the festival of lights with cultural demonstrations and activities for the whole family. This is a drop-in event (no registration required); everyone welcome.
Presented in partnership with the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region.
Event DetailsReading List
Events & Resources
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Gujarati Cultural Association of the Golden Triangle
Gujarati Cultural Association of the Golden Triangle: Diwali Celebration
Celebrate the festival of lights with a traditional dinner and live music.
Date: Saturday, November 21
Time: 5:00pm – 11:59pm
Location: 180 Schweitzer St., KitchenerThis is a paid event.
Learn more here.
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Indo-Canada Arts Council: Canada Diwali
Indo-Canada Arts Council is an organization working towards the promotion and development of bilateral exchange of Arts & Culture between India & Canada.
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Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region
Established in 1988, the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region is a non-profit organization which promotes the arts and culture of, and provides services to the Tamil community of Waterloo Region.