{
  "id": 17959776,
  "title": "Diwali 2026: When and where to celebrate in the UAE",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/diwali-2026-when-and-where-to-celebrate-in-the-uae",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-03T12:13:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/family/2026/11/03/diwali-dates-festival-lights-hindu-celebration/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Diwali, or Deepawali, is a significant festival celebrated in South Asia, marking the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. The festival typically falls in early autumn, coinciding with the new moon. This year, Diwali celebrations begin with Dhanteras on November 6 and culminate on November 8 with main Diwali. While many observe Diwali to honor the Hindu goddess of wealth Lakshmi, others celebrate the return of the Hindu deity Ram to Ayodhya.\n\nIn the UAE, where Indians form the majority of the population, Diwali is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment will host several events throughout the festival. Shops and restaurants offer special deals and promotions to mark the occasion. Global Village in Dubai, from November 6 to 10, will host cultural performances, family activities, shopping, and a themed drone show featuring 600 UAVs lighting up the sky with formations inspired by the Festival of Lights.\n\nBaps Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will celebrate Diwali from November 6 to 10 with religious ceremonies, cultural performances, and family activities. Visitors can participate in traditional pujas, Maha Annakut Darshan, cultural performances, and enjoy the festivities. Entry is free, but registration is required in advance, and visitors must bring a valid Emirates ID or passport. Those unable to attend in person can watch the Dhanteras Pujan ceremony online on November 6 at 8.30pm.",
  "summary": "Diwali or Deepawali is one of the biggest festivals in South Asia. In countries such as India and Nepal, where the festival of lights is a major holiday, many splash out on big purchases such as jewellery, televisions, cars and property. Some even choose to take possession of new homes at this time. Symbolising the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness, Diwali usually falls in early…",
  "key_points": [
    "Diwali 2026 begins with Dhanteras on November 6 in UAE",
    "Global Village hosts cultural performances, activities, shopping, drone show",
    "Baps Hindu Mandir offers religious ceremonies, performances, family activities"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}