Diwali on the Square 2026 was cancelled because of forecast storms. Thank you for your support.

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News, statements and contacts for the media. Diwali on the Square 2026, planned for Sunday 25 October, was cancelled because of forecast storms.

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The event
Sunday 25 October: cancelled

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Date and time
Sunday 25 October 2026: cancelled because of forecast storms
Location
Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London WC2N 5DN
Entry
The event did not take place.
What's on
Dance, music and performances, workshops, yoga and vegetarian food stalls.
Theme
Preserving the flame, illuminating tomorrow
Organisers
The Mayor of London, in partnership with the Diwali in London (DiL) Committee

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The DiL Committee's statement on this year's cancellation.

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