2023 Deakin University Diwali Festival

The annual Deakin University Diwali Festival will once again be located at our stunning Waurn Ponds Campus. Our open campus allows convenient access to all food, activities and entertainment simultaneously, creating a true festival environment.

Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, an annual celebration that signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair. It’s a joyful milestone celebrated by people across the world irrespective of their culture or religion.

There will be:

cultural performances
DJ
food and market stalls
free activities and henna art
rangoli artwork display
spectacular fireworks display!

This is a free family-friendly community event.

Please register early to guarantee entry.