Diwali is the biggest festival of India and is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country. But did you know, India is not the only place that celebrates the festival of lights. Although Diwali is largely an Indian festival in Australia, often referred to as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is the most important annual celebration celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists around the world. The five-day festival is designed to welcome new beginnings before the arrival of the new moon.
People in Australia celebrate Diwali with great pomp. Since 1998, the Hindu Council of Australia has been celebrating Deepawali in a very interesting and reverent manner.
When is Diwali in Australia in 2022?
The Diwali celebrations of 2022 will begin in Australia on
24 October. Every year,
Diwali occurs on the darkest night of the Hindu lunar calendar. To symbolically combat the darkness, the celebrants put up a grand display of light. People light candles and oil or diya (the Hindu name for earthen lamps) in their homes and community.
How to celebrate Diwali in Australia:
Whether you are looking forward to celebrating online or in person, there are many Diwali events you can attend. No matter where you are in Australia.
Places to celebrate Diwali in Australia:
Sydney
Diwali Cruise Party 2022
Melbourne
India Fair Melbourne 2022 Food Market
Brisbane
Diwali 2022 - Dinner and Dance Party of the 70s
Adelaide
Diwali at Fitzroy Cricket Club
Diwali 2022 in Indie Flavor
Perth
Diwali Mela 2022
Canberra
Contact your local religious community and/or places of worship to find Diwali celebrations. Some examples include the Canberra Sikh Association (CSA) and the Canberra Hindu Temple.
Darwin
GCAD Diwali 2022
Fireworks are also organized in many places. These displays of light represent the victory of good over evil and knowledge over ignorance.
For more information on celebrating Diwali 2022 in Australia you can visit:
https://www.studiesinaustralia.com/Blog/about-australia/what-is-diwali
http://www.deepavali.com.au/
https://hinducouncil.com.au/new/diwali-gets-accepted-in-australia-as-an-important-festival