Brussels Diwali Festival

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 cooking for all ages; the Avenue of Lights installation; and a food village bringing together India's regional kitchens. Each evening closes with fireworks over the Atomium at 21:00. Organised by Art India ASBL with the support of the City of Brussels and the Embassy of India. Tickets from €10 online, free for children under 12. The site is fully cashless.