Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community
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Derby Diwali 2026 will be held at Derby Market Hall on 5 November 2026, featuring a celebration of light, culture, and community. The event will include a lantern-lighting ceremony, live performances, dance, art, and food. It aims to bring together families and friends to celebrate the diverse communities in Derby. Entry to the festivities is free.
Derby's biggest Diwali celebrations.
Join us for Derby Diwali, the city’s biggest celebration of light!
Starting at 6:15 pm in the Square with a lantern-lighting celebration, the festivities continue inside Derby Market Hall with an exciting evening of music, dance, art, food and family entertainment.
Live Performances & Dance
Enjoy performances from Shakti Academy, Layasakhi, Ankita. Aishwariya – Move for wellbeing, Mehek Giddhe De, alongside the vibrant energy of Garba with Maher Girls Raas Group!
Art, Bazaar & Food
Discover beautiful Rangoli designs, browse colourful stalls and enjoy delicious food from a variety of vendors.
Music & Dancing
Keep the celebrations going with DJ Amrita and AVH on the decks, Ketaki’s soothing flute, and Sanskriti Pariwar Nottingham Dhol Pataks!
Bring your family and friends to celebrate our diverse communities and share in the joy of Diwali.
Starts at 6:00 pm in the Square, followed by celebrations inside Derby Market Hall.
Celebrate light. Celebrate culture. Celebrate community. Celebrate Derby Diwali!
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Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Derby Market Hall.
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Frequently asked questions
Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community takes place on Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 18:00.
Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community is held at Derby Market Hall in Derby (Tennant Street, Derby, DE1 2DB).
Entry to Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Derby Market Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Derby Diwali 2026 will be held at Derby Market Hall on 5 November 2026, featuring a celebration of light, culture, and community. The event will include a lantern-lighting ceremony, live performances, dance, art, and food. It aims to bring together families and friends to celebrate the diverse communities in Derby. Entry to the festivities is free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Derby's biggest Diwali celebrations.
Join us for Derby Diwali, the city’s biggest celebration of light!
Starting at 6:15 pm in the Square with a lantern-lighting celebration, the festivities continue inside Derby Market Hall with an exciting evening of music, dance, art, food and family entertainment.
Live Performances & Dance
Enjoy performances from Shakti Academy, Layasakhi, Ankita. Aishwariya – Move for wellbeing, Mehek Giddhe De, alongside the vibrant energy of Garba with Maher Girls Raas Group!
Art, Bazaar & Food
Discover beautiful Rangoli designs, browse colourful stalls and enjoy delicious food from a variety of vendors.
Music & Dancing
Keep the celebrations going with DJ Amrita and AVH on the decks, Ketaki’s soothing flute, and Sanskriti Pariwar Nottingham Dhol Pataks!
Bring your family and friends to celebrate our diverse communities and share in the joy of Diwali.
Starts at 6:00 pm in the Square, followed by celebrations inside Derby Market Hall.
Celebrate light. Celebrate culture. Celebrate community. Celebrate Derby Diwali!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Derby Market Hall. Searching near Tennant Street, Derby, DE1 2DB; check-in Thursday, 5 November 2026.
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WhereDerby Market Hall
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community?
Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community takes place on Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community taking place?
Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community is held at Derby Market Hall in Derby (Tennant Street, Derby, DE1 2DB).
How much are tickets for Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community?
Entry to Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Derby Market Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community?
Tickets for Derby Diwali 2026 – A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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