Brussels Diwali Festival
About the event
The Brussels Diwali Festival celebrates its tenth edition on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 2026 on the Atomium esplanade, from 12:00 to 23:00. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, marks the victory of light over darkness. For ten years Brussels has celebrated it under a national monument, and the anniversary edition is the largest yet. Under the theme Culture United, Indian communities from across Europe and guest performers from invited European countries share the stage. On the programme: a continuous stage of classical dance, Hindustani and Carnatic music, folk forms and Bollywood; the Brides of India fashion show; Maha Aarti and a temple on site; workshops in dance, rangoli, mehndi and more for all ages; The festive Lights and a food village bringing together India's regional kitchens. Each evening closes with the biggest Bollywood party in Europe. Organised by Art India ASBL with the support of the City of Brussels and the Embassy of India. The festival is fully cashless. Presale Tickets from €10 online, free for children under 12.