Diwali Parade in Reading
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The Diwali Parade in Reading will take place at Reading Town Hall on 24 October 2026. Kala The Arts is set to lead the procession through the town centre. The event carries no ticket cost for attendees.
Diwali is coming to town!
Join Kala The Arts on Saturday 24 October for Diwali Parade
There’s something BIG on its way to Broad Street… Diwali is coming to town!
Join Kala The Arts (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068971832035&__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=-]K-y-R) on Saturday 24 October for Diwali: Light It Up! — a spectacular, free celebration taking over Reading town centre.Expect towering 17-foot puppets of Sita, Rama, Ganesh and their companions, alongside dhol drummers, live music and dancers in beautiful, colourful costumes inspired by goddesses, animals and mythic tales.
Here’s how the evening unfolds:
5pm–5.45pm — Dance performances at Reading Town Hall Square
5.45pm–6pm — Drummers
6.15pm–7pm — Parade through the town centre Saturday 24 October Reading Town Centre
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Frequently asked questions
Diwali Parade in Reading takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 17:00.
Diwali Parade in Reading is held at Reading Town Hall in Reading (Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH).
Entry to Diwali Parade in Reading is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Reading Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Diwali Parade in Reading 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
The Diwali Parade in Reading will take place at Reading Town Hall on 24 October 2026. Kala The Arts is set to lead the procession through the town centre. The event carries no ticket cost for attendees.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Diwali is coming to town!
Join Kala The Arts on Saturday 24 October for Diwali Parade
There’s something BIG on its way to Broad Street… Diwali is coming to town!
Join Kala The Arts (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068971832035&__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=-]K-y-R) on Saturday 24 October for Diwali: Light It Up! — a spectacular, free celebration taking over Reading town centre.Expect towering 17-foot puppets of Sita, Rama, Ganesh and their companions, alongside dhol drummers, live music and dancers in beautiful, colourful costumes inspired by goddesses, animals and mythic tales.
Here’s how the evening unfolds:
5pm–5.45pm — Dance performances at Reading Town Hall Square
5.45pm–6pm — Drummers
6.15pm–7pm — Parade through the town centre Saturday 24 October Reading Town Centre
#ReadingUK (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/readinguk?__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=*NK-y-R) #VisitReading (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/visitreading?__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=*NK-y-R) #Diwali (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/diwali?__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=*NK-y-R) #DiwaliLightItUp (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/diwalilightitup?__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=*NK-y-R) #ReadingEvents (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/readingevents?__cft__[0]=AZjMFGrsbcYa45Ov1-hyCNIR_4Z0K47I9ZajSxLExLqOjEdMyixrgslxA5oFpR35G0hQ8qLvi0ulouQbGGOVGtKj3h-5vwqLCM_Cr3dka2HN0Qr_9gew5eUCG6f_QSk1uo0lotzMHARrLotFwro0BuuKDmrn7tHXnh-DL5iYNWnZuBZHPQHsaUNK-6vlqufYhYD21DSRxq1y6Gs&__tn__=*NK-y-R)
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WhereReading Town Hall
Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Diwali Parade in Reading?
Diwali Parade in Reading takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 17:00.
Where is Diwali Parade in Reading taking place?
Diwali Parade in Reading is held at Reading Town Hall in Reading (Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH).
How much are tickets for Diwali Parade in Reading?
Entry to Diwali Parade in Reading is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Diwali Parade in Reading?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Reading Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Diwali Parade in Reading?
Tickets for Diwali Parade in Reading 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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