Diwali or Deepawali, the festival of lights is one of the most joyful festivals that celebrates victory of good over evil. People celebrate this festival with their family and friends. If you’re planning an ultimate and cheerful Diwali holiday 2025 with your loved ones, here’s a complete guide to the Diwali dates, Deepavali Muhurat, timings and holiday list.
The main Puja of Goddess Lakshmi Muhurat for Diwali 2025 is expected to fall on October 20, Monday with the Shubh Muhurat for worship. The Pooja begins in the evening hours, around 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM (timings may vary by city). This festive period brings wealth, peace, and happiness into homes.
When Is Diwali 2025? – 5 Days of Diwali Explained
Diwali is the only Indian Festival which is celebrated for 5 Days and each day has its own meaning and significance. You can below the Diwali calendar 2025 with dates, days, and their specific festival names.
| Date | Day | Festival |
| October 18, 2025 | Saturday | Dhanteras |
| October 19, 2025 | Sunday | Choti Diwali / Naraka Chaturdashi |
| October 20, 2025 | Monday | Diwali / Lakshmi Puja |
| October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Govardhan Puja / Annakut |
| October 23, 2025 | Thursday | Bhai Dooj/ Bhau Beej |
Day 1 – Dhanteras (October 18, 2025 – Saturday)
Dhanteras falls on the first day and is the beginning of the festival Deepawali. People worship Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi on this day for prosperity and abundance. This day is also considered very special to purchase new things for home, gold, silver, or utensils.
The Muhurat for Dhanteras Puja this year is 07:16 PM – 08:20 PM IST
Day 2 – Choti Diwali / Naraka Chaturdashi (October 19, 2025 – Sunday)
Choti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi, this day is marked as the victory of Lord Krishna over Narakasura. The day starts with Morning Rituals of taking spiritual baths and the Muhurat this year is ~11:41 PM – 12:31 AM (night of 19 October and early 20 October)
Day 3 – Diwali / Lakshmi Puja – (October 20, 2025 – Monday)
The main Diwali festival of worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha is on October 20, 2025 which is celebrated across the world.
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat for this year starts at 07:08 PM – 08:18 PM IST
On this day people decorate their homes with diyas, lights, rangoli and colorful decorative items.
Day 4 – Govardhan Puja (October 22, 2025 – Wednesday)
Lord Krishna protected the villagers from heavy rainfall by lifting the Govardhan Hill and to honour him Govardhan Puja is performed the day after Diwali. People prepare food offerings known as Annakut at home.
Below are the Muhurat for Govardhan Puja Muhurat
(Morning): 06:26 AM – 08:42 AM
(Evening): 03:29 PM – 05:44 PM
Day 5 – Bhai Dooj (October 23, 2025 – Thursday)
Bhai Dooj, 5th day of Diwali festival honors the love and protection shared between siblings. It is officially the last day of the Diwali festival list for 2025.
Holiday List in Diwali 2025
| Date | Day | Festival |
| October 20, 2025 | Monday | Diwali / Lakshmi Puja (Public Holiday) |
| October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Govardhan Puja / Annakut |
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FAQs
What are the 5 days of Diwali 2025?
Dhanteras, Choti Diwali (Naraka Chaturdashi), Diwali (Lakshmi Puja), Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj are the five days of Diwali festival.
Is Diwali 2025 a public holiday in India?
Yes, Diwali 2025 on October 20 (Monday) is a public holiday across India.
When is Choti Diwali 2025?
Choti Diwali will be celebrated on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Which states have holidays for Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj?
Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Haryana will be observing holidays for Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj, extending the Diwali festival holiday week.
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