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##### 15 Nov 2026 - 12:30 - 19:00

# Edinburgh Diwali

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This FREE celebration of light returns with a colourful city-centre parade, live cultural performances and a spectacular fireworks finale beneath Edinburgh Castle!

Since 2015, Edinburgh Diwali hasshowcased the spirit of the Indian festival of lights and Scotland’s rich multicultural tapestry by bringing together communities to celebrate diversity. A glorious kaleidoscope of colour,music and dance, it is an event for everyone, regardless of religion and faith.

The day begins with a colourful parade through Edinburgh’s New Town, before heading to the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens for an afternoon and evening of live performance. Audiences will be treated to a display of music, dance and entertainment thatshowcases the rich diversity of pan Indian culture in fusion with wider local traditions.

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### Event Timings (approx.)

**12:30** - Parade begins from St Andrew Square**15:00**- Live music starts at the Ross Bandstand**18:30**- Fireworks finale beneath Edinburgh Castle

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Line-up coming soon.

![Diwali Performers](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/179793c0-8687-4b5b-a285-89eb1750ed1a?width=1400&height=800&format=webp)

![Diwali Celebrations](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/9ce19709-17d0-468c-828f-6c752aebff66?width=1400&height=800&format=webp)

![Diwali Performace](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/5c0992d0-1ad5-40f1-891e-35b7ac36438c?width=1400&height=800&format=webp)

![Diwali Parade](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/b2c87d49-1c95-4450-8ae8-31d7c51a07e3?width=1400&height=800&format=webp)

##### Date and Time

15 Nov 2026 - 12:30 - 19:00

##### Location

Edinburgh City Centre

##### Free Event

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