Deepavali

Deepavali is the Hindu festival of lights, celebrated over five days in autumn and observed by millions of Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists worldwide. It symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, and is marked by the lighting of oil lamps and candles, fireworks, the exchange of sweets, and family celebrations. It is a public holiday in India, Nepal, and several other countries.

1 country observes this holiday