Diwali 2026: Date, Lakshmi Puja and City-Specific Muhurat

Diwali, or Lakshmi Puja, falls on 8 November 2026 in a New Delhi reference calendar. The puja window changes by city, so use the Panchang for the place where you will celebrate rather than relying on one published time.

Check the Diwali 2026 date, understand Lakshmi Puja timing, and use a city-specific Panchang before planning your celebration.

Bhagya Editorial Team · Published 2026-09-20 · Updated 2026-09-20

Short answer: Diwali, also called Lakshmi Puja, falls on 8 November 2026 in a New Delhi reference calendar. The right puja window depends on the celebration city, so use a local Panchang instead of treating a time published for another city as universal.

What is the Diwali date in 2026?

A New Delhi reference calendar lists Diwali on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Diwali is part of a five-day festival period in many traditions. Dhanteras is listed on 6 November in the same reference, but date and timing checks should still use the city where your family will celebrate.

What does Lakshmi Puja muhurat mean?

Lakshmi Puja muhurat is a traditional time window that some families use for their Diwali prayer. It is usually considered together with Panchang details such as the local date, sunset-related period, Tithi, and household custom. It is not a fixed promise about money, work, or family life.

Why a single online time is not enough

Local sunrise and sunset differ from city to city. A window shown for New Delhi may not match Ahmedabad, Pune, Hyderabad, Guwahati, or another place. Select your celebration city, review the local date and timing, and make a practical plan that includes travel, guests, fire safety, and rest.

A simple way to plan Diwali

Decide which customs your household wants to follow, then choose a comfortable time inside the local calendar context. Prepare lamps and food safely, check building rules, and make room for people who have work, caregiving, or health needs. Celebration does not need fear or pressure around one exact minute.

Check Diwali details in Bhagya Panchang

Open a city-and-date handoff to prefill Diwali: Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru. Bhagya Panchang will load that date and city so you can calculate the local Tithi, sunset, and timing details; select another city if you will celebrate elsewhere. For the nearby festival calendar, read the Shardiya Navratri 2026 guide or the Karwa Chauth 2026 guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Diwali date in 2026?

A New Delhi reference calendar lists Diwali, or Lakshmi Puja, on Sunday, 8 November 2026.

Why does Lakshmi Puja timing change by city?

The relevant Panchang windows use local sunrise and sunset, so the displayed time can differ by location.

When is Dhanteras in 2026?

A New Delhi reference calendar lists Dhanteras on 6 November 2026; confirm the date and local timing for your city before planning.

Does a Diwali muhurat guarantee prosperity?

No. A muhurat is a traditional planning reference and cannot promise wealth, health, or other outcomes.

Sources, update and disclaimer

• Bhagya Panchang methodology
• AstroSage: Diwali 2026 date and muhurat
• ShubhPanchang: Diwali 2026 date and Lakshmi Puja

Updated: 20 September 2026. Byline: Bhagya Editorial Team.

This page shares traditional calendar guidance for planning and learning. Check local timing before a celebration; it does not replace professional advice or promise an outcome.