Diwali 2027 Shopping List: Clothes, Samagri & Sweets

This Diwali 2027 shopping list groups everything a typical Hindu household needs into clear categories, from clothes and puja samagri to decorations, sweet-making ingredients, gifts and safety items, with a "buy by" column so you know when to get each item. Quantities are rough household guidance for a family of four to six, and there is a day-by-day list for the final week that you can print or copy.

Important: festival dates and puja timings depend on your local Panchang, which is calculated from your location, sunset and the Amavasya tithi, and overseas dates are not the same as Indian dates. The "buy by" timings below use the India (New Delhi) calendar, with Dhanteras on Wednesday 27 October and Lakshmi Puja on Friday 29 October 2027. In the USA, UK, Canada and Dubai, Lakshmi Puja falls on Thursday 28 October 2027, so bring every deadline forward by one day, and confirm your local Dhanteras date with your Panchang or temple. The Diwali 2027 planning guide explains the full festival calendar.

Diwali 2027 Key Dates for Shopping (India)

Day	Date	Shopping relevance
Govatsa Dwadashi	Tuesday 26 October 2027	Last easy day for bulk grocery and decoration shopping
Dhanteras	Wednesday 27 October 2027	Traditional day to buy metal utensils, gold, silver or a new broom in many families
Naraka Chaturdashi	Thursday 28 October 2027	Fresh flowers, last-minute puja items
Diwali / Lakshmi Puja	Friday 29 October 2027	Fresh flowers and sweets in the morning only
Govardhan Puja	Saturday 30 October 2027	Annakut ingredients in some families
Bhai Dooj	Sunday 31 October 2027	Gifts for siblings bought earlier

If you prefer to tick items off as you go, the interactive Diwali 2027 checklist and planner has a shopping checklist, countdown and budget calculator.

How to Use This List

Buy by shows the latest sensible time to purchase each item, relative to Lakshmi Puja on 29 October (28 October for most of the USA, UK and Canada).
Rough quantity is household guidance only; adjust it for your family size, guests and traditions.
Budget category helps you plan spending: essential, moderate or optional. No prices are given because they vary by city, country and year.
Items marked as regional customs are not followed by every family. Skip what does not apply to you.

Clothes and Accessories

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
New outfit for each family member (sari, kurta, lehenga, salwar kameez, dhoti, sherwani)	3–4 weeks before 29 Oct (allow time for tailoring)	1 per person; 2 if visiting relatives over several days	Moderate
Blouse stitching or alterations	4 weeks before 29 Oct	As needed	Moderate
Ethnic footwear (juttis, kolhapuris, sandals)	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 pair per person, if needed	Optional
Bangles, bindis, hair accessories	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	As preferred	Optional
Warm shawl or jacket for outdoor evenings (especially abroad)	2 weeks before 28 Oct	1 per person, if needed	Optional
Children's festive clothes	3 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 sets per child	Moderate

Tip: children grow quickly, so buy their outfits closer to the date than adults' outfits, but leave time for exchanges.

Puja Samagri

This is a general list for a household Lakshmi–Ganesha puja. Your family priest or tradition may add or remove items; the full step-by-step method is in our Lakshmi Puja vidhi, samagri and mantras guide.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Lakshmi and Ganesha idols or framed images (if not reusing)	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 set	Moderate
Red or yellow cloth for the altar	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 pieces	Essential
Kalash (copper, brass or steel)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1	Essential (reusable)
Puja thali, bell and small bowls	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 set	Essential (reusable)
Kumkum, haldi, sandalwood paste	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 small pack each	Essential
Akshat (unbroken rice)	1 week before 29 Oct	A small bowl	Essential
Incense sticks and dhoop	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 packs	Essential
Camphor (kapur)	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 small pack	Essential
Ghee for the main lamp	1 week before 29 Oct	A small jar	Essential
Cotton wicks (round and long)	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 pack each	Essential
Betel leaves and betel nuts	1–2 days before 29 Oct	5–11 leaves; a few nuts	Essential where used
Coconut (whole, with husk if your tradition uses one)	1–2 days before 29 Oct	1–2	Essential where used
Mango leaves	Morning of 29 Oct or the day before	1 bunch	Essential where used
Fresh flowers and garlands for the deities	Morning of 29 Oct	2 garlands plus loose flowers	Essential
Fruits for naivedya	1 day before 29 Oct	5 varieties or as per custom	Essential
Sweets for naivedya (or ingredients)	1–2 days before 29 Oct	1 plate	Essential
Coins (silver or regular) and a new account book for business families	By Dhanteras, 27 Oct	As per custom	Optional
Puffed rice (kheel), batashe and sugar toys (regional custom)	2–3 days before 29 Oct	A small packet each	Optional
Panchamrit ingredients: milk, curd, ghee, honey, sugar	Morning of 29 Oct (dairy fresh)	Small quantities	Essential where used

Decorations

For ideas on how to use these, see our guide to Diwali 2027 decoration ideas.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Clay diyas	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct (soak and dry before use)	21–51, depending on home size and custom	Essential
Oil for diyas (sesame or mustard)	1 week before 29 Oct	1 litre for a medium household	Essential
Brass diya or deepam stand (if new)	Dhanteras, 27 Oct	1	Optional
LED string lights (indoor and outdoor-rated)	3 weeks before 29 Oct (test immediately)	2–4 strings	Moderate
Battery or LED diyas and tea lights	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	12–24	Moderate
Rangoli colours, rice flour, stencils	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	5–8 colours; 1 kg rice flour	Moderate
Toran (fabric or beaded)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 per main door	Optional
Lanterns (paper or fabric)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–3	Optional
Lakshmi footprint stickers or stencil	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 set	Optional
Marigold garlands and loose flowers	Morning of 29 Oct or the day before	3–6 garlands	Moderate
Removable adhesive hooks and cable clips	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 pack	Essential for rentals
Outdoor-rated extension lead and timer	3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 each	Moderate

Kitchen and Sweets Ingredients

These are staples for classic home-style Diwali sweets and snacks. Check what you already have before buying, and see our Diwali 2027 sweets and snacks recipes for which recipes need what.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Besan (gram flour)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 kg	Essential
Maida and atta	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 kg each	Essential
Rava (sooji)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 kg	Moderate
Rice flour (for chakli, murukku)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 kg	Moderate
Sugar and jaggery	2 weeks before 29 Oct	2–3 kg sugar; 1 kg jaggery	Essential
Ghee	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 kg	Essential
Cooking oil for frying	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	2–3 litres	Essential
Dry fruits (cashews, almonds, raisins, pistachios)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	250–500 g each	Moderate
Cardamom, saffron, nutmeg	2 weeks before 29 Oct	Small packs	Moderate
Desiccated coconut	2 weeks before 29 Oct	250–500 g	Optional
Milk, khoya or paneer	1–2 days before cooking	As per recipe	Essential where used
Sesame seeds, ajwain, cumin, chilli powder	2 weeks before 29 Oct	Small packs	Essential
Airtight containers and sweet boxes	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	6–12	Moderate
Butter paper, foil and storage bags	1 week before 29 Oct	1 roll each	Essential

Food-safety note: milk-based sweets such as barfi and peda should be refrigerated and eaten within a few days. Fried snacks keep longer in airtight containers once fully cooled. Buy dairy last and keep it cold.

Gifts

Gift ideas for every relationship are in our Diwali 2027 gift ideas guide. Use this table to plan purchases.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Gifts for parents and elders	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 per person	Moderate
Gifts for children	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1–2 per child	Moderate
Sweet boxes for relatives, neighbours, friends	1–2 days before visiting	1 per household visited	Moderate
Dry fruit hampers or team gifts for colleagues	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	As needed	Optional
Gifts or bonus for domestic and support staff	1 week before 29 Oct	1 per person	Essential where applicable
Bhai Dooj gifts for siblings	1 week before 31 Oct	1 per sibling	Moderate
Personalised items	4 weeks before 29 Oct	As needed	Optional
International gifts and parcels	4 weeks before 29 Oct	As needed	Optional
Greeting cards, envelopes and gift wrap	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1 pack each	Essential

Dhanteras Purchases

On Dhanteras, Wednesday 27 October 2027 in India, many families buy something new as a sign of welcome to prosperity. Common choices include steel, brass or copper utensils, gold or silver coins or jewellery, a new broom (a custom in many North Indian homes), and household appliances. These are customs that vary by region and family. Guidance on what to buy and when is in our Dhanteras 2027 shopping guide.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Steel, brass or copper utensil	Dhanteras, 27 Oct	1 or more	Moderate
Gold or silver coin or jewellery	Dhanteras, 27 Oct	As per budget	Optional
New broom (regional custom)	Dhanteras, 27 Oct	1	Optional
Yama deepam (diya for the doorstep, in many households)	Dhanteras, 27 Oct	1	Essential where followed

Safety Items

Every household lighting diyas, candles or fireworks should have these in place before the festival begins.

Item	Buy by	Rough quantity	Budget category
Fire extinguisher suitable for home use (check the expiry if you already own one)	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1 per floor or living area	Essential
Bucket of sand	1 week before 29 Oct	1	Essential
Bucket of water	Day of Lakshmi Puja	1 near any outdoor lights or fireworks	Essential
First aid kit with burn dressings	2 weeks before 29 Oct	1	Essential
Fire blanket for the kitchen	2–3 weeks before 29 Oct	1	Moderate
Smoke alarm batteries (test alarms)	2 weeks before 29 Oct	As needed	Essential
Metal trays or tiles for diyas	1–2 weeks before 29 Oct	3–6	Essential
Long lighter or long matches	1 week before 29 Oct	1–2	Essential
Cotton clothing for those handling lamps or fireworks	Before the festival	As needed	Essential
Ear protection for small children and pets (if fireworks nearby)	1 week before 29 Oct	As needed	Optional

Where fireworks are permitted, follow your local laws on sale, timing and use, and keep them well away from decorations and dry leaves.

Budget Categories at a Glance

Instead of fixed amounts, sort your spending into three categories and fund them in this order:

Essential: puja samagri, diyas and oil, safety items, basic sweet ingredients and sweets for visits.
Moderate: new clothes, lights and rangoli materials, gifts for close family, dry fruits.
Optional: gold and silver, home décor upgrades, personalised gifts, party catering and extras.

If money is tight, the essentials alone make for a complete and meaningful Diwali. Our Diwali 2027 budget planner helps you set limits for each category.

NRI Shopping Notes

Shopping for Diwali outside India needs extra lead time.

Indian grocery stores: most diaspora neighbourhoods have Indian grocery stores that stock diyas, rangoli colours, puja samagri, ghee, besan and sweets before Diwali. Popular items, especially fresh marigolds, betel leaves and mithai, can sell out close to the date, so visit early and pre-order where possible.
Order online early: if you are ordering clothes, idols or puja kits from India or from overseas sellers, order at least four to six weeks ahead to allow for shipping and customs delays.
Pre-order sweets: many Indian sweet shops abroad take pre-orders for Diwali boxes. Place orders at least a week ahead.
Flowers: marigolds can be hard to find in autumn. Ask your grocery store when they expect stock, or use reusable fabric garlands.
Remember the earlier date: in the USA, UK and Canada, Lakshmi Puja falls on Thursday 28 October 2027, a weekday. Finish shopping by the weekend of 23–24 October so that the week is free for cooking and cleaning.
Australia, New Zealand and Singapore: Lakshmi Puja falls on Friday 29 October 2027, the same day as India.
Check local Panchang: confirm your local Dhanteras date with your temple or a reliable local Panchang. Overseas Dhanteras usually shifts one day earlier along with Lakshmi Puja, but this must be confirmed for your city. City-by-city timings are in the Diwali 2027 date and timings guide.

The Final Week: Day-by-Day List

This list uses the India calendar, with Lakshmi Puja on Friday 29 October 2027. If you are in the USA, UK, Canada or Dubai, shift each day back by one.

Saturday 23 October

Finish clothes shopping and collect any tailoring.
Buy all dry groceries for sweets and snacks.
Test all string lights and replace faulty ones.
Check the fire extinguisher, first aid kit and smoke alarms.

Sunday 24 October

Deep clean the kitchen, puja corner and entrance.
Soak new clay diyas in water and leave them to dry.
Make long-lasting fried snacks and store them in airtight containers.

Monday 25 October

Put up torans, lights, lanterns and wall hangings.
Pack and label gifts for family and friends.
Pre-order fresh sweets and flowers.

Tuesday 26 October (Govatsa Dwadashi)

Last big shopping trip for any missing decorations or samagri.
Make sweets that keep well, such as besan ladoo.
Clean and polish brass and silver puja items.

Wednesday 27 October (Dhanteras)

Buy utensils, gold, silver or other items as per family custom.
Light diyas at the entrance in the evening.
Confirm fruit, flower and sweet orders for Lakshmi Puja.

Thursday 28 October (Naraka Chaturdashi)

Buy fruits, coconut, betel leaves and mango leaves.
Make milk-based sweets and refrigerate them.
Draw the main rangoli if you prefer to do it a day early, and cover it if needed.
Set out the puja cloth, kalash and thali.

Friday 29 October (Diwali / Lakshmi Puja)

Collect fresh flowers, garlands and any pre-ordered sweets in the morning.
Prepare panchamrit ingredients and naivedya.
Tie mango leaves and marigolds at the door; finish the rangoli and Lakshmi footprints.
Fill diyas with oil and place them on trays before dusk.
Keep the sand bucket, water and fire extinguisher ready.
Perform Lakshmi Puja in your local muhurat; in New Delhi, the Vrishabha muhurat is 6:35 PM to 7:06 PM.

Saturday 30 October and Sunday 31 October

Visit family and exchange sweet boxes.
Prepare Annakut dishes if your family observes Govardhan Puja.
Give Bhai Dooj gifts to siblings on Sunday 31 October.
Compost flowers and leaves; store reusable decorations carefully for next year.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start Diwali 2027 shopping?

Start about four weeks before Lakshmi Puja for clothes, tailoring, personalised gifts and international orders. Groceries and decorations can be bought two weeks before, and fresh flowers, fruits and dairy one or two days before or on the morning itself.

What are the essential items for Lakshmi Puja?

A cloth for the altar, Lakshmi and Ganesha images or idols, kalash, puja thali, kumkum, haldi, akshat, incense, camphor, ghee and wicks, flowers, fruits and sweets for naivedya. Family traditions may add other items.

How many diyas do I need for Diwali?

There is no fixed number. Many households use somewhere between 21 and 51 clay diyas, depending on the size of the home and family custom, plus a main ghee lamp for the puja.

What should I buy on Dhanteras 2027?

In India Dhanteras is on Wednesday 27 October 2027. Many families buy a metal utensil, gold or silver, or a new broom, depending on regional custom and budget.

What safety items should I keep ready for Diwali?

Keep a home fire extinguisher, a bucket of sand, a bucket of water, a first aid kit with burn dressings and working smoke alarms. Place diyas on metal trays away from curtains and flowers.

I live in the USA. Do I follow the same shopping dates?

Bring every deadline forward by one day, because Lakshmi Puja in the USA, UK and Canada falls on Thursday 28 October 2027. Order online items four to six weeks ahead to allow for shipping.

Is there a printable version of this checklist?

The final-week list above is designed to be copied or printed. For a tick-box version with a countdown and budget calculator, use the interactive planner on HinduTone's Diwali 2027 page.

Conclusion

A well-planned shopping list removes most of the stress from Diwali. Buy clothes, gifts and international orders early, stock up on dry groceries and decorations two weeks ahead, and leave only fresh flowers, fruits and dairy for the final days. Keep safety items ready before the first diya is lit, and adjust every date to your local Panchang if you live outside India.

For everything beyond shopping, from the meaning of each day to celebrations around the world, read our complete guide to celebrating Diwali 2027, and keep track of your list with the Diwali 2027 interactive checklist.

Last updated: 9 November 2026.

Diwali 2027 Shopping List – Clothes, Puja Samagri, Decorations, Sweets and Gifts