Diwali 2025 Calendar: Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj Dates, Puja Muhurat & Significance

Know Diwali 2025 dates, muhurat timings, and the 5-day festival calendar — from Dhanteras on October 19 to Bhai Dooj on October 23, 2025. Check Lakshmi Puja muhurat, Amavasya timings, and the significance of each day.

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Diwali 2025, also known as Deepawali, is India’s grandest and most vibrant festival, celebrated across the country with immense joy, devotion, and enthusiasm. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Homes are illuminated with earthen diyas, candles, and colorful lights, while families gather to perform pujas, exchange gifts, and enjoy festive delicacies.

In 2025, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, marking the Amavasya Tithi of the Kartik month in the Hindu lunar calendar. The five-day Diwali festival begins with Dhanteras on October 19 and concludes with Bhai Dooj on October 23.

Diwali 2025 Calendar: Dates and Muhurat Timings

Festival	Date (2025)	Auspicious Muhurat / Timings	Significance
Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi)	October 19, 2025	07:16 PM – 08:20 PM	The first day of Diwali celebrations. People clean and decorate homes and buy gold, silver, or utensils to invite prosperity and good fortune.
Naraka Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali)	October 20, 2025	Abhyanga Snan: 05:02 AM – 06:11 AM Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 07:21 PM – 08:19 PM	Also called Chhoti Diwali, this day marks the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura. An auspicious oil bath is taken early in the morning.
Diwali (Badi Diwali / Lakshmi Puja)	October 21, 2025	Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 11:36 PM – 12:26 AM (Midnight)	The main Diwali day when devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, seeking wealth, peace, and prosperity. Homes are adorned with diyas and rangolis.
Govardhan Puja (Annakut)	October 22, 2025	06:26 AM – 08:42 AM (Morning)	Celebrated to honor Lord Krishna’s act of lifting Govardhan Hill to protect villagers from heavy rains. Devotees prepare Annakut (a mountain of food) as an offering.
Bhai Dooj	October 23, 2025	02:10 PM – 04:24 PM (Aparahna)	Dedicated to the bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters perform aarti, apply tilak, and pray for their brothers’ long life and well-being.

Diwali 2025 Amavasya and Lakshmi Puja Timings

Amavasya Tithi Begins: October 20, 2025 – 3:44 PM
Amavasya Tithi Ends: October 21, 2025 – 5:54 PM
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: October 20, 2025 – 7:21 PM to 8:19 PM
Pradosh Kaal: 5:51 PM to 8:19 PM

The Pradosh Kaal (evening period) is considered the most auspicious time to perform Lakshmi Puja, as per the Drik Panchang.

Day-Wise Significance of Diwali 2025

1. Dhanteras – October 19, 2025

Dhanteras marks the beginning of the Diwali festival. On this day, devotees worship Lord Dhanvantari, the God of Health, and Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity. It is considered auspicious to buy precious metals like gold and silver as symbols of good fortune.

2. Naraka Chaturdashi / Chhoti Diwali – October 20, 2025

Also known as Roop Chaudas, this day celebrates Lord Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura. People wake up early, take a holy oil bath (Abhyanga Snan), and light diyas to ward off evil spirits. It sets the tone for the main Diwali celebration.

3. Diwali / Badi Diwali – October 21, 2025

This is the main day of celebration, dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. People decorate their homes with diyas, candles, and rangoli, perform Lakshmi Puja, and burst firecrackers to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness.

4. Govardhan Puja / Annakut – October 22, 2025

Govardhan Puja honors Lord Krishna, who lifted the Govardhan Hill to protect the people of Gokul from torrential rain sent by Lord Indra. Devotees prepare and offer a large variety of vegetarian food known as Annakut to Krishna.

5. Bhai Dooj – October 23, 2025

The final day of Diwali celebrations, Bhai Dooj, celebrates the bond of love between brothers and sisters. Sisters perform rituals and apply tilak on their brothers’ foreheads, praying for their well-being, while brothers give gifts in return.

Cultural and Spiritual Importance of Diwali

Symbolism of Light: Lighting diyas symbolizes the victory of knowledge and truth over ignorance and evil.
Worship of Wealth and Wisdom: Diwali marks the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, representing prosperity and intellect.
New Beginnings: In many Indian states, Diwali also marks the beginning of the new financial year and symbolizes renewal and hope.
Environmental Harmony: Govardhan Puja emphasizes gratitude towards nature, reminding people to respect and protect the environment.

Diwali 2025 Celebration Ideas

Decorate your home with earthen diyas, rangolis, and fresh flowers.
Perform Lakshmi-Ganesha Puja during the Pradosh Kaal.
Share sweets and gifts with family, friends, and neighbors.
Donate to the underprivileged — spreading the spirit of light and compassion.
Follow eco-friendly celebrations to reduce pollution and preserve the festival’s purity.

Conclusion

Diwali 2025 will be celebrated on October 20 (Monday), with festivities spanning from October 19 to October 23, 2025. Each day holds immense cultural and spiritual significance — from welcoming wealth and prosperity to celebrating love, victory, and togetherness.

As the diyas light up every corner of your home, may they also brighten your life with happiness, peace, and good fortune.