Local Guide
Diwali 2026 Dates and Shopping Checklist for Siliguri Families
3 November 2026 · 4 min read
Diwali falls later than usual in 2026. Here are the main dates, based on published festival calendars, along with a simple plan so that nothing is left to the last minute.
Main dates
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Friday, 6 November 2026 |
| Choti Diwali | Saturday, 7 November 2026 |
| Diwali and Kali Puja | Sunday, 8 November 2026 |
| Bhai Dooj / Bhai Phonta | 10 or 11 November, depending on your panjika |
A day-by-day plan
- By Thursday: order crackers, gift hampers and decor.
- Friday: give your gifts, clean up and put up your toran.
- Saturday: make your rangoli, set up your diyas and get your puja corner ready.
- Sunday: collect fresh sweets from the fridge, do your puja and enjoy the evening.
- After Diwali: clear away the waste, and store your reusable decor.
Full shopping checklist
- Crackers: a mega pack, extra sparklers and flower pots
- Sweets: one assorted box, plus your family's favourites
- Puja: thali, kumkum, haldi, rice, incense and marigolds
- Decor: rangoli colours, clay diyas and a toran
- Gifts: hampers for family, friends and staff
- Safety: a bucket of water, sand and a first aid box
Every Siliguri Pataka order comes with 1 lighter free, so that is one less thing on your list.
Frequently asked questions
When is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Kali Puja falls on the same night.
When should I buy crackers for Diwali 2026?
A few days before is best. Try to order by Thursday, 5 November to avoid the last-minute rush.
Ready for Diwali?
Crackers, mithai and gift hampers, delivered the same day or the next day in Siliguri.
