Diwali 2026 events in The Netherlands
Diwali, the festival of lights, falls on 8 November 2026. Across the Netherlands, the Indian and South Asian community celebrates with public festivals, cultural evenings and family gatherings, from Amstelveen and Almere to Rotterdam and Zaandam. On this page, you find all upcoming Diwali events listed on desibiz.nl, with dates, venues and ticket information, plus businesses for sweets, festive clothing, mehndi and catering. Organising a Diwali event? Add it to desibiz.nl.
Upcoming Diwali events
Diwali · Rotterdam
Sun 25 Oct 2026, 13:00 to 23:00
Celebrate the festival of light with APNA at de Doelen in Rotterdam.
€10,50 to €40
Diwali · Amstelveen
Sat 31 Oct 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
Celebrate Diwali while supporting the community!
Diwali · Almere
Sat 31 Oct 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
On Saturday, October 31, the Esplanade in Almere turns red during Almere Diwali, a vibrant cultural festival that makes the city shine with color, energy, and joy.
Diwali · Rijswijk
Sun 1 Nov 2026, 12:00 to 23:59
Maitri Foundation celebrates Diwali with a full-day festival at De Broodfabriek in Rijswijk. Expect food stalls, live cultural performances on stage, festive lights and shopping stalls.
Price not listed
Diwali · Zaandam
Fri 13 Nov 2026, 19:00 to 23:00
The Indian Light Foundation in Zaanstad warmly invites residents, partners, and local organizations to celebrate Diwali together.
Dinner : €15
Afterglow package €9,25