Celebrating Diwali in the UK
Diwali is a festival of light celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs and is a time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.
As Diwali celebrations begin to take place around the world, we wanted to share some events and gatherings happening In the UK near iQ properties.
LONDON
Shine Your Light
Taking place at the National Maritime Museum, Shine Your Light is a family-friendly celebration of Diwali, featuring free live performances, workshops, talks, a lantern parade and more.
You can book Museum tickets in advance to guarantee entry.
Where: National Maritime Museum
Date and Time: Saturday 11 November | 11:30am-5pm
Tickets: Free
LEICESTER
Diwali Leicester
Leicester‘s celebration of Diwali is one of the biggest outside of India with everything from dance, fireworks, food and fashion. With a 25 minute bus journey from our iQ properties you can watch a giant illuminated puppet parade and an explosive firework display.
Where: Belgrave Road, Leicester, Leicestershire,
Date and Time: Sunday 12 November | 3pm-9pm
Tickets: Free
MANCHESTER
Diwali at the museum
It starts when the doors open with a series of workshops for families throughout the day. Then we get the party started, kicking off with a performance from the Rakesh Joshi Trio.
Where: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road
Date and Time: 11 November 2023 | 10am-10pm
We hope you have fun celebrating Diwali with your family and friends. Remember to spread love, light and unity.
