Diwali 2026 Birmingham: Events, Lakshmi Puja Time & Celebrations
Diwali 2026 in Birmingham is Sunday, November 8. Find events, temples, Lakshmi Puja time and how the Indian community celebrates the Festival of Lights.
Diwali 2026 in Birmingham is Sunday, November 8. Find events, temples, Lakshmi Puja time and how the Indian community celebrates the Festival of Lights.
Quick answer: Diwali 2026 (Lakshmi Puja) in Birmingham falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026, the same date as in India. Perform Lakshmi Puja after local sunset (GMT) — confirm the exact window with a Birmingham panchang. The five-day festival runs from Dhanteras (Friday, November 6) to Bhai Dooj (Tuesday, November 10).
Birmingham and the wider West Midlands have a large South Asian community, with Diwali marked at temples, community centres and family gatherings.
Diwali 2026 in Birmingham at a glance
Detail Advertisement | Information |
|---|---|
Main day | Sunday, November 8, 2026 Advertisement |
Lakshmi Puja muhurat | After local sunset — confirm with a Birmingham panchang |
Main venue | Temples & community centres |
Public holiday | No Advertisement |
Diwali 2026 five-day calendar
Day | Date | Observance |
|---|---|---|
Day 1 | Friday, November 6 | Dhanteras Advertisement |
Day 2 | Saturday, November 7 | Naraka Chaturdashi / Choti Diwali |
Day 3 | Sunday, November 8 | Diwali · Lakshmi Puja |
Day 4 Advertisement | Monday, November 9 | Govardhan Puja / Annakut |
Day 5 | Tuesday, November 10 | Bhai Dooj |
Lakshmi Puja muhurat 2026 in Birmingham
Lakshmi Puja is performed in the evening on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during Pradosh Kaal after local sunset (GMT). Timings shift with sunset, so use a panchang set to Birmingham or follow your temple’s announced time rather than copying India’s IST muhurat.
Diwali 2026 events in Birmingham
Confirmed public event listings for Birmingham were not available at the time of writing. Check your local temple, India/community associations and city event calendars closer to Diwali for the latest programme.
Where families gather
Diwali celebrations and festive shopping in Birmingham centre on: Handsworth, Sparkhill, Small Heath, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Coventry. For Lakshmi Puja, Annakut and cultural programmes, check your nearest temple’s website for timings and any registration.
Fireworks & safety
Private fireworks in the UK follow national law and local restrictions; many families celebrate with diyas, lights and rangoli. Keep diyas away from curtains and decorations, never leave lamps unattended, and use LED diyas where open flames aren’t allowed.
Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali 2026 in Birmingham?
Diwali 2026 in Birmingham is on Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Lakshmi Puja). The five-day festival runs from Dhanteras on Friday, November 6 to Bhai Dooj on Tuesday, November 10.
What time is Lakshmi Puja in Birmingham in 2026?
Lakshmi Puja is performed after local sunset on November 8, 2026 in Birmingham. Because the window follows sunset, confirm the exact time with a Birmingham panchang or your temple.