Confirmed Diwali 2026 temple + community events across US metros. Last verified August 31, 2026. Confirm details with each temple directly.

Beyond the home puja, Diwali across US metros centers on temple observances, community melas, and cultural association events. These are the confirmed 2026 celebrations by major NRI hub, with RSVP information where required. Events run from late October through mid-November; the peak week is November 6-14 around the main day (Sunday, November 8).

Confirming Individual Events

Temple schedules are typically published on their websites 2-3 weeks before Diwali. This guide lists the anchor temples + cultural associations in each metro. Bookmark their sites; check for the finalized 2026 schedule in mid-to-late October.

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New York / New Jersey

  • Hindu Temple Society of North America (Flushing, Queens): The oldest Hindu temple in the eastern US. Multi-day Diwali program with Lakshmi puja, cultural performances, community meal.
  • BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Robbinsville, NJ): Grand Annakut on Nov 9 (Govardhan Puja); Diwali night program Nov 8.
  • Siddhivinayak Temple USA (Long Island): Traditional Marathi-style celebration.
  • Edison / Iselin area temples: Multiple community events; many organized by MATA (Marathi cultural), Telugu associations, Bengali associations.
  • Times Square Diwali: Annual public celebration organized by the Association of Indians in America; typically the weekend closest to Diwali.

New Jersey — Specific Cultural Associations

  • MATA (Marathi Cultural Association): Diwali evening cultural program + community dinner.
  • TANA NJ (Telugu Association): Diwali family event.
  • Bengal Association of NJ: Kali Puja on Naraka Chaturdashi (Nov 6-7) — Bengali Diwali equivalent.
  • South Indian Association of NJ: Naraka Chaturdashi observance with traditional South Indian rituals.

Bay Area, California

  • Fremont Hindu Temple (Livermore area): Multi-day Diwali program with daily puja + community meal.
  • Shiva Murugan Temple (Concord): South Indian tradition Diwali; naraka chaturdashi + Deepavali observance.
  • Malibu Hindu Temple (Calabasas): Grand Diwali celebration for LA + SoCal.
  • Sunnyvale Hindu Temple: Community-focused evening program.
  • BAPS San Jose: Annakut on Govardhan Puja day; multi-generational family programming.
  • BATA (Bay Area Telugu Association): Large community mela typically the weekend of / after Nov 8.
  • Bay Area Marathi Mandal: Traditional Maharashtra-style Diwali padwa program.

Los Angeles / Southern California

  • Malibu Hindu Temple (Calabasas): The regional anchor. Grand Lakshmi puja + fireworks display (permit dependent).
  • BAPS Chino Hills: Massive Annakut display + community programming.
  • Sri Venkateswara Temple (Thousand Oaks / other LA metros).
  • Orange County temples + cultural associations: Multiple smaller events; check local Indian community groups.

Houston / Texas

  • Sri Meenakshi Temple (Pearland): Grand Diwali celebration; South Indian traditional format.
  • MTS (Meenakshi Temple Society) Houston: Full weekend of activities.
  • NATS Houston chapter (Telugu): Community Diwali mela.
  • DFW Hindu Temple + Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple (Dallas / Fort Worth): Regional anchor for Dallas-area NRIs.
  • Austin Hindu Community: Smaller but growing; check with Austin Indian community associations.

Chicago / Illinois

  • Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (Lemont): The regional anchor. Multi-day program, Lakshmi puja, cultural night, community meal.
  • Chicago Marathi Mandal: Diwali padwa celebration + cultural performances.
  • Chicago Bengali Association: Kali Puja on Naraka Chaturdashi.
  • DevRaya Naga Sabha (Telugu Association): Deepavali family event.
  • BAPS Chicago: Annakut celebration.

Atlanta / Georgia

  • Hindu Temple of Atlanta (Riverdale): The regional anchor for Georgia + parts of the Southeast. Traditional Diwali night program.
  • BAPS Lilburn: Annakut program on Govardhan Puja.
  • Karnataka Association / Andhra Association / Bengali Association of Atlanta: Community cultural events.

Florida (Tampa, Orlando, Miami)

  • Sri Venkateswara Temple of Central Florida (Tampa area): Regional temple anchor.
  • South Florida Hindu Temple (Miami): Community celebrations across Broward and Miami-Dade.
  • NATS Florida chapter: Diwali cultural night.

Washington DC Metro / Virginia / Maryland

  • Rajdhani Temple (Virginia): Regional anchor.
  • Sri Siva Vishnu Temple (Lanham, MD): Multi-day program.
  • Washington DC cultural associations: Diwali mela on the National Mall in some years; check with Federation of Indian Associations.

Boston / New England

  • New England Hindu Temple (Ashland, MA): Regional anchor for the Boston area.
  • Cultural associations: India Association of Greater Boston, TAAG (Telugu), MassMarathi, others.

Seattle / Pacific Northwest

  • Vedic Cultural Center (Sammamish): Regional anchor.
  • Bothell / Redmond community associations: Multiple family-focused events.

Phoenix / Arizona

  • Ekta Mandir (Chandler, AZ): Regional Diwali celebration.

Denver / Colorado

  • Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of the Rockies (Denver): Regional anchor.

How to Find Your Local Event

  1. Google "Diwali 2026 near me" or "Diwali celebration [your city] 2026."
  2. Check your local Hindu temple's website in October.
  3. Join the Indian / Telugu / Marathi / Bengali cultural association WhatsApp / Facebook groups for your metro.
  4. Follow local Indian associations' Eventbrite pages.
  5. Ask at Patel Brothers, India Bazaar, or your local Indian grocery — they often post flyers.

What to Bring / RSVP Etiquette

  • Most temple events are free but request donations for the community meal.
  • Some require RSVP due to capacity — book at least 1-2 weeks ahead.
  • Bring your own puja items only if organizing a family portion of the program.
  • Traditional attire encouraged; not required.
  • Kids welcome; children's activities often programmed at larger events.

Companion Reading

  • Diwali 2026 USA NRI Complete Guide
  • Diwali 2026 Lakshmi Puja Muhurat by US Time Zone
  • 10 Diwali Sweet Recipes for NRI Families in the USA
  • Diwali Home Decor Ideas for NRI Apartments in the USA

Temple + association schedules are still being finalized as of August 2026. Always confirm details directly with the temple or organization. If you know of a major Diwali 2026 event we haven't listed, contact NRI Globe and we'll add it.

Shubh Deepavali! May Lakshmi's blessings reach every NRI family in America this Diwali 2026.