Get ready for Diwali, the festival of lights! At events across the region, you can brighten the night with fireworks, music, food and vibrant colours. Celebrate with our Guide to the Best Diwali Events in Toronto and the GTA!
North York Diwali Festival
Date: October 10-12, 2025
Venue: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, North York
North York Diwali Festival brings communities together to experience the joy of Diwali with lights, music, food, and culture.
Diwali Festival of Lights
Date: October 11-12, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Nathan Phillips Square
Address: 100 Queen St. West, Toronto
Website: Eventbrite link
Gerrard India Bazaar BIA: Diwali Mela
Date: October 18, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Gerrard India Bazaar, 1432 Gerrard Street East (at Ashdale Ave.), Toronto
Head down to the Gerrard India Bazaar for Diwali Mela, a free neighbourhood party including a live DJ, sparklers, tasty food, dance performances, sidewalk sales, and more!
Diwali RazzMatazz Mississauga
Date: October 3-5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Diwali RazzMatazz Mississauga features authentic food flavours, plus stage programming, shopping, and kids rides.
Oakville Diwali
Date: October 3, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Burlington Convention Centre
Address: 1120 Burloak Drive, Burlington
Website: www.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com
Karwa Chauth Bazaar and Diwali Mela
Date: October 4-5, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Noor Convention Centre
Address: 2084 Steeles Ave East, Brampton
Website: Eventbrite link
Diwali Dhamaka
Date: October 5 & 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Capitol Banquet Hall, 6435 Dixie Road, Mississauga
Bring your family and friends for an exciting Diwali experience at the Diwali Dhamaka, a grand cultural extravaganza filled with joy, tradition, and unforgettable experiences.
Taash Ki Raat – A Diwali Celebration
Date: October 10, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Venue: Bombay Palace Restaurant And Banquets
Address: 200 Advance Boulevard, Brampton
Website: Eventbrite link
Trillium Diwali Gala
Date: October 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Venue: Pearson Convention Centre
Address: 2638 Steeles Ave. East, Brampton
Website: www.trilliumgiving.ca
City of Brampton Diwali Mela
Date: October 20, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Sesquicentennial Park
Address: 11333 Bramalea Road, Brampton
Website: www.brampton.ca
Mithaai Diwali Gala
Date: October 24, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Venue: Chef Kausar’s Autaq Banquet Hall
Address: 5835 Kennedy Road, Mississauga
Website: Eventbrite link
IWC 7th Annual Tyohaar Diwali Gala 2025 & 10th Year Anniversary Celebration
Date: November 22, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Venue: Red Rose Convention Centre
Address: 1233 Derry Rd. East, Mississauga
Website: Eventbrite link
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