Diwali 2026 Paris: Events, Lakshmi Puja Time & Celebrations
Diwali 2026 in Paris is Sunday, November 8. Find events, temples, Lakshmi Puja time and how the Indian community celebrates the Festival of Lights.
Diwali 2026 in Paris 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 Paris falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026, the same date as in India. Perform Lakshmi Puja after local sunset (CET (after sunset, roughly 5:15 PM in early November)) — confirm the exact window with a Paris panchang. The five-day festival runs from Dhanteras (Friday, November 6) to Bhai Dooj (Tuesday, November 10). A highlight is Diwali at Maison de l’Inde (Sat, Nov 7).
Paris is the centre of Indian cultural life in France, with 2026 Diwali events at Maison de l’Inde, a Gujarati community celebration, and a first-of-its-kind gala at the Eiffel Tower.
Diwali 2026 in Paris at a glance
Detail Advertisement | Information |
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Main day | Sunday, November 8, 2026 Advertisement |
Lakshmi Puja muhurat | After local sunset — confirm with a Paris panchang |
Main venue | Cité Internationale Universitaire, 17 bd Jourdan, 75014 |
Public holiday | No Advertisement |
Diwali 2026 five-day calendar
Day | Date | Observance |
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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 Paris
Lakshmi Puja is performed in the evening on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during Pradosh Kaal after local sunset (CET (after sunset, roughly 5:15 PM in early November)). Timings shift with sunset, so use a panchang set to Paris or follow your temple’s announced time rather than copying India’s IST muhurat.
Diwali 2026 events in Paris
Event Advertisement | Date (2026) | Venue | Entry |
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Diwali at Maison de l’Inde | Sat, Nov 7 | Cité Internationale Universitaire, 17 bd Jourdan, 75014 | Community (fireworks) |
Diwali & Nutan Varsh (Gujarati community) | Sun, Nov 8 | Espace Noisy-le-Sec | Community |
CCIFI Diwali Gala | Thu, Nov 12 | Salle Gustave Eiffel, Eiffel Tower | Registration/ticket |
Event dates and details can change — confirm with the organiser before you travel.
Where families gather
Diwali celebrations and festive shopping in Paris centre on: La Chapelle, Gare du Nord, Passage Brady, 10th, 18th & 14th arrondissements. For Lakshmi Puja, Annakut and cultural programmes, check your nearest temple’s website for timings and any registration.
Fireworks & safety
Organised events such as Maison de l’Inde may include fireworks; private fireworks are subject to French and local rules. 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 Paris?
Diwali 2026 in Paris 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 Paris in 2026?
Lakshmi Puja is performed after local sunset on November 8, 2026 in Paris. Because the window follows sunset, confirm the exact time with a Paris panchang or your temple.
What is the biggest Diwali event in Paris in 2026?
Diwali at Maison de l’Inde is a major Paris celebration — Sat, Nov 7, at Cité Internationale Universitaire, 17 bd Jourdan, 75014 (community (fireworks)). See the events table above for more. Confirm details with the organiser.