Diwali 2025: Special events taking place in your area this month

Diwali events will bring colourful and high-energy entertainment to the area at the end of the month

The festival of lights marks the victory of light over darkness and is an important date in Hindu, Sikh and Jain calendars.

For Hindus, Diwali honours the Goddess Lakshmi and symbolises Lord Rama's return to his kingdom with his wife Sita after 14 years of exile.

Bandi Chhor Divas is a Sikh festival signifying the ‘day of liberation’ when Guru Hargobind was released from prison in 1619.

For Jains, Diwali represents when Lord Mahavir attained 'moksha' or was freed from the cycle of reincarnation.

This year, the religious festival falls on October 21, but the date changes annually and is typically marked with lit diyas (small oil lamps), rangoli artwork and the sharing of mithai (sweets).

Saturday, October 11:

Slough: A shopping and community festival event will take place at Slough and Langley College this weekend.

Around 500 shoppers visited the Slough Diwali Shopping Festival by EEL Association last year, and dozens of jewellery and clothing stalls will return on Saturday to help the community prepare for Diwali celebrations.

Free entry and free parking will be available from 11am to 7pm where the ‘vibrant’ event will feature mehendi, fireworks and face painting as well as the opportunity to indulge in food, gifting and live entertainment.

Visit Slough Diwali Shopping Festival 2025 Tickets, Sat 11 Oct 2025 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

Wednesday, October 15:

Maidenhead: An evening of music and dance will celebrate the coming of Diwali at Norden Farm next Wednesday at 7.30pm.

Diwali Masti aims to encompass music, dance and community celebration and will be hosted by Devika Shangari. 

Ranjitha Chowalloor will choreograph and perform Mohiniattam, a classical dance form from southern India.

Classic Bollywood romantic songs will be performed by Bunty and Bubbly, including 'golden oldies' and the latest songs by Udit Narayan and Kumar Sanu.

There will also be a performance led by tabla maestro Sanju Sahai, featuring Avtar Singh on the Taus and a Kathak dance by Jaymini Sahai.

For more information, visit https://norden.farm/events/diwali-masti

Saturday, October 18:

Slough: An afternoon of cultural performances is scheduled to return to Tesco Extra in Slough next Saturday.

Following its ‘resounding success’ last year, organisers IDUK will bring festive cheer to shoppers through a short showcase of traditional dance and music to kick off Diwali celebrations.

Stoke Poges: A ‘delicious’ selection of food and plenty of dancing will keep guests entertained at Maidenhead Diwali 2025.

Organised by the Indian Association Maidenhead (IAM UK), guests will be treated to fine dining and a multilingual DJ at Baylis House in Stoke Poges Lane.

From 7pm to 11.30pm, there will be performances by Socharo Dance Group and an array of fun activities for youngsters, too.

Tickets cost £45 for adults and £25 for under-12s, with free parking.

Kids under five can attend for free, and unlimited drinks are £10.

Slough: On the same day, Haveli Grill and Lounge in Slough will host a Diwali club night.

DJ Nish on the decks will play urban pop and Bollywood beats, with complimentary snacks and a cash bar serving drinks all night.

For tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/2sb3krpr 

Saturday, October 25:

Slough: The inaugural Diwali parade in 2023 did not take place on Slough High Street last year due to Remembrance Day services, but may return at the end of the month, subject to council approval.

The first event organised by Slough BID and Indian Diaspora UK saw 500 people celebrate the religious holiday, followed by a showcase of dance performances at the Queensmere Shopping Centre.

IDUK confirmed that it's waiting for the go-ahead from Slough Borough Council, and the Diwali Parade could return to Slough High Street, followed by a two-hour dance performance outside the Primark inside the Queensmere Shopping Centre.

Maidenhead: The Maidenhead Hindu Society is hosting a Diwali party for a ‘magical evening of lights, music and community’.

The event at Holyport War Memorial Hall will feature a three-course dinner, live music and a DJ and a raffle, as well as children's activities.

Running from 6pm until 11pm, tickets are £25 for adults, £15 for children and free for under-fives.

Limited seats are available, and attendees are invited to dress in festive colours.

For details, visit https://tinyurl.com/yee6r99s 

Slough: A ‘dazzling array of sound, colour and light’ will be showcased at the Curve Venue on the same night at 7pm.

Aradhana Arts Presents Divine Light is an ‘unforgettable evening’ of Indian Classical and contemporary music to celebrate Diwali.

The ensemble, led by the Tabla Maestro Sanju Sahai, is joined by Giuliano Modarelli on guitar and Preetha Narayanan on violin.

The evening of ‘the fusion of tradition and creativity’ also features Kathak dance by Jaymini Sahai, who founded Aradhana Arts in 2010.

Find tickets here: https://curvevenue.uk/events/aradhana-arts-presents-divine-light

Slough: On the same day, the Bengali community group, Adda Slough, will host a Kali Puja and Diwali celebration at Slough Cricket Club.

Starting at 3pm at the Upton Court Road venue, the special event will feature a cultural programme, fireworks display and Bengali delicacies.

The organisation is also inviting performers to share their talents in a special showcase.

Visit: https://www.adda-slough.org/events

Saturday, November 1:

Maidenhead: Another Diwali party will take place in Maidenhead next month, featuring games, dinner, music and dance. 

The event at Maidenhead Community Centre on Marlow Road will take place from 7pm to 10pm, and guests can dress in ethnic wear to 'celebrate in style'.

Tickets for adults are £21, under-11s are £10, while under-4s go free. 

Contact Deepti Bhoj on 07846900771 for more information.