Diwali London
Diwali London

When

On and around Wednesday 26th October 2011

Where

Locations across London

Whats On
Celebrate at a series of special Diwali London events as restaurants and other venues across the city mark the Festival of Lights. Symbolising the arrival of Lord Rama as he frees Queen Sita and defeats the evil Ravana, Diwali is one of the highlight events in the Hindu calendar and is also celebrated by Sikhs and Jains.

Diwali at London restaurants
Promising plenty of Asian spice and fragrances, the special menus for Diwali at restaurants across the city are just some of the highlight Diwali London events. There's also the free festival at Trafalgar Square, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2011, as well as a range of other special events taking place across London. Although Diwali itself falls on Wednesday 26th October 2011, celebrations take place throughout October.
Diwali London
Diwali on the Square

2pm – 7pm, Sunday 16th October 2011

Enjoy traditional Diwali celebrations when Trafalgar Square hosts a free festival packed full of food, music and dancing.
Diwali at Museum of London

22 Oct 2011 - 30 Oct 2011

Celebrate Diwali at Museum of London by learning more about the Festival of Lights and taking part in a craft workshop. Children's workshop Taking place during the half term school holidays, the art and craft workshops for Diwali at Museum of London give kids the chance to explore the story behind the Festival of Lights, which is celebrated by thousands of Londoners each year. Children can als...
Diwali at Cinnamon Kitchen

17 Oct 2011 - 22 Oct 2011

Take part in the Festival of Lights this October with a special menu for Diwali at Cinnamon Kitchen. Tasting menu Created to celebrate the Hindu Festival of Lights, the four course tasting menu for Diwali at Cinnamon Kitchen features dishes such as tandoori king prawns, grilled partridge and roasted rack of lamb. The menu also includes treats such as Bombay spiced vegetables and a creamy saffr...
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