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Top Things To Do to Celebrate Diwali 2025 in DC with Kids

There are many ways for kids to celebrate Diwali in the DC area. Photo courtesy of Shwas Dance Studio
There are many ways for kids to celebrate Diwali in the DC area. Photo courtesy of Shwas Dance Studio
10/5/25 - By Stephanie Shipman

Diwali, an Indian celebration commonly known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs worldwide. Diwali symbolizes the story of good triumphing over evil, light taking over darkness, and knowledge winning over ignorance—and we love stories like that!

This year, Diwali falls on October 20, 2025, but celebrations take place throughout the month. There are many family events at libraries, including at the Montgomery County Connie Morella Library and Chantilly Regional Library. Looking for evening fun? Head to Family Diwali Night at Casey Community Center or DMV Diwali in Ijamsville, Maryland.

Read on for more ways to celebrate Diwali with kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

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Top Diwali 2025 Events for Kids and Families in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia

Diwali Mela 2025 at DC United Hindu and Jain Temples

Various locations across DC & Baltimore - Sunday, October 5
Free
Head to one of the DC/Baltimore area's temples to celebrate Diwali Mela 2025! Enjoy free admission, cultural performances, food, and more. The list of participating temples is on the website. READ MORE

Diwali Grand Bazaar at Holiday Inn Express

Springfield, VA - Sunday, October 5
Free
Come out for a vibrant day filled with festive shopping, food, culture, and community spirit at the Diwali Bazaar! READ MORE

Celebrate Diwali at Montgomery County Connie Morella Library

Bethesda, MD - Saturday, October 11
Free
Celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, with cultural performances, crafts, stories, and food tasting. This family-friendly celebration is open to all ages. READ MORE

DMV Diwali (in Ijamsville, MD)

Ijamsville, MD - Saturday, October 11
Join a spectacular celebration of the Festival of Lights at DMV Diwali. This year’s theme, Anjaneya Deepotsav, promises an evening filled with joy, music, and togetherness. Enjoy live music, cultural performances, kids' activities, shopping, henna, food, and fireworks.  READ MORE

Celebrate Diwali: Indian Classical Dance Celebration at Davis Library

Bethesda, MD - Saturday, October 11
Free
Celebrate Diwali with the Indian Classical Dance team of Roomjhoom Nrityalaya as they perform classical dances with audience participation. Learn the steps and hand gestures and celebrate! READ MORE

Saturday Stories at Herndon Library: Diwali Edition

Herndon, VA - Saturday, October 11
Free
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family at this interactive storytime. All ages are welcome! READ MORE

Diwali Festival at Chantilly Regional Library

Chantilly, VA - Sunday, October 12
Free
Join Chantilly Regional Library for a cultural themed program—Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Enjoy crafts, puzzles, storytime, and a photo booth. READ MORE

Family Diwali Night (at Casey Community Center)

Gaithersburg, MD - Thursday, October 16
Celebrate the Festival of Lights in a night full of color, joy, and culture at the Diwali Family Night! This vibrant evening promises fun for all ages with crafts, games, and Indian dance performances that will light up your spirit. READ MORE

Celebrate Diwali with Apoorva Krishna: Only Love is Real at the Kennedy Center

Washington, DC - Friday, October 17
Free
Blending classical Indian traditions with contemporary soundscapes, Apoorva Krishna’s music echoes the spirit of Diwali: illuminating darkness, embracing renewal, and honoring the quiet power of the heart. Celebrate the festival of lights with her as she unveils her new album, Only Love is Real—a soul-stirring musical journey of light, love, and inner truth. READ MORE

Deepavali (Diwali) - Festival of Lights at Reston Regional Library

Reston, VA - Saturday, October 18
Free
Celebrate Deepavali/Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, at Reston Library with storytime, crafts, and henna design. READ MORE

Celebrate Diwali at Olney Library

Olney, MD - Sunday, October 19
Free
Celebrate Diwali with a recital featuring traditional Indian music, including vocals, sitar, and tabla. Learn about the history of traditional Indian music through an introductory instruction of each of the featured instruments. READ MORE

Diwali Lanterns: Pop-Up Craft at Thomas Jefferson Library

Falls Church, VA - Monday, October 20
Free
Celebrate the first day of Diwali by creating a simple paper lantern to take home! Color the pattern on your lantern inspired by rangoli, an Indian art form often made to celebrate the Diwali festival. Then, cut and paste your lantern into shape and use it to decorate your home. READ MORE

Asia After Dark: Diwali Festival at NMAA

Washington, DC - Friday, October 24
Free
Celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, with an evening of food, music, dance, and activities! Learn how different regions celebrate this Hindu holiday, create crafts to take home, and see the museum lit up once the sun goes down. READ MORE

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