Diwali/Deepavali South Africa 2027

Diwali/Deepavali South Africa 2027 will fall on Thursday, 28 October 2027 in South Africa — a standout religious observance bringing people together.

Diwali, also known as Deepavali or the "Festival of Lights," is one of the most important and vibrant Hindu festivals, celebrated by millions worldwide, including a significant Hindu community in South Africa. In 2027, Diwali is celebrated on October 28th. This joyous five-day festival symbolises the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, making it a universal message of hope and renewal. Celebrations typically involve extensive home cleaning and decoration, lighting traditional oil lamps (diyas) and candles, and creating intricate rangoli patterns at entrances. Hindu communities in South Africa engage in special prayers to deities such as Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Ganesh, the remover of obstacles. Families gather for elaborate festive meals, exchange sweets and gifts, and enjoy fireworks displays. Diwali is a time for communal harmony, cultural expression, and reinforcing family bonds, embodying a spirit of joy, prosperity, and spiritual awakening, and fostering a sense of collective celebration and well-being.