Diwali Celebrations 2023
Saturday 4th November, 10am – 8pm
Northampton’s event has become the biggest Diwali celebration in the county and sees hundreds of visitors join to celebrate.
The event is organised by the Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation (IHWO) Northampton, supported by Northampton Town Centre BID, Northampton Town Council, West Northamptonshire Council, Festive Road, and Inspiration FM.
Parade Route
The parade will begin at 6pm on The Ridings, following a route onto St Giles’ Terrace and St Giles’ Street, down Hazelwood Road and along Derngate, finishing on St Giles’ Square at 7pm, when the Diwali lights will be switched on. Please view the map for details of the spectator spots!
For up to date information, please visit the official Diwali Facebook Page.
Programme for the day
10am – 4pm
Stalls Selling Cultural food & drinks and community stalls.
1pm-4pm
Cultural experiences – traditional cultural game karom, arts & crafts, henna painting, saree dressing, exhibitions by local community groups plus more. Performances from members of Northampton community groups.
4pm
Music with Mark Dean of Inspiration FM.
4pm-4:30pm
Welcome dignitaries & candle lighting by dignitaries.
4:30pm-5:30pm
Performances by young people.
5:30pm
Preparation for Diwali procession.
6pm-7pm
Diwali Procession – Traditional walk around Town Centre with Diwali Lanterns.
7pm-8pm
Raj Tilak – Welcoming back of Lord Ram Short speeches by dignitaries. Diwali Lights switch on: Switching on of the lights to mark the celebration of the festival of lights.
Evening will finish with bhangra music & plenty of dancing!
Message from the Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation
“May the warmth and splendour, that are a part of this auspicious occasion, fill your life with happiness and bright cheer, and bring to you joy and prosperity, for the whole year.”
Ram and Sita
Harminder the Elephant
Hanuman
Garud
Organised by the Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation (IHWO) Northampton.
Supported by Festive Road, Inspiration FM, Northampton Town Centre BID, Northampton Town Council and West Northamptonshire Council.
Northampton Town Centre BID is proud to be a sponsor of the Diwali event.