Diwali 2026 Wellington: Events, Lakshmi Puja Time & Celebrations
Diwali 2026 in Wellington is Sunday, November 8. Find events, temples, Lakshmi Puja time and how the Indian community celebrates the Festival of Lights.
Diwali 2026 in Wellington 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 Wellington falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026, the same date as in India. The Lakshmi Puja muhurat is 8:46 PM – 10:08 PM NZDT (Pradosh Kaal 8:10–10:08 PM; Vrishabha 8:46–11:12 PM). The five-day festival runs from Dhanteras (Friday, November 6) to Bhai Dooj (Tuesday, November 10). A highlight is Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights (Sun, Oct 25 (2–8:30 PM)).
Wellington’s Diwali Festival of Lights lights up the waterfront with South Asian food, music and dance, ending with fireworks.
Diwali 2026 in Wellington at a glance
Detail Advertisement | Information |
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Main day | Sunday, November 8, 2026 Advertisement |
Lakshmi Puja muhurat | 8:46 PM – 10:08 PM NZDT (Pradosh Kaal 8:10–10:08 PM; Vrishabha 8:46–11:12 PM) |
Main venue | TSB Arena & Shed 6, Wellington Waterfront |
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 Wellington
On Sunday, November 8, 2026 the Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Wellington is 8:46 PM – 10:08 PM NZDT (Pradosh Kaal 8:10–10:08 PM; Vrishabha 8:46–11:12 PM). Lakshmi Puja is performed during Pradosh Kaal, after sunset, ideally while the fixed sign Vrishabha is rising. Because the window follows local sunset, always confirm the exact timing with a Wellington panchang or your temple.
Diwali 2026 events in Wellington
Event Advertisement | Date (2026) | Venue | Entry |
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Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights | Sun, Oct 25 (2–8:30 PM) | TSB Arena & Shed 6, Wellington Waterfront | Free (fireworks ~8:50 PM) |
Event dates and details can change — confirm with the organiser before you travel.
Where families gather
Diwali celebrations and festive shopping in Wellington centre on: Wellington Waterfront, Wellington CBD, Lower Hutt. For Lakshmi Puja, Annakut and cultural programmes, check your nearest temple’s website for timings and any registration.
Fireworks & safety
Wellington’s festival concludes with a public fireworks display; private fireworks are subject to New Zealand law and council restrictions. 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 Wellington?
Diwali 2026 in Wellington 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 Wellington in 2026?
The Lakshmi Puja muhurat in Wellington is 8:46 PM – 10:08 PM NZDT (Pradosh Kaal 8:10–10:08 PM; Vrishabha 8:46–11:12 PM) on November 8, 2026. Confirm with a local panchang.
What is the biggest Diwali event in Wellington in 2026?
Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights is a major Wellington celebration — Sun, Oct 25 (2–8:30 PM), at TSB Arena & Shed 6, Wellington Waterfront (free (fireworks ~8:50 pm)). Confirm details with the organiser.