It’s finally here Diwali 2026!!!

Time to celebrate the festival of lights with family, friends and anyone open to new things in life!

The holiday was met with Indian stores all across the United States fully decorated with traditional flower garlands, Hindu idols, sweets and colorful Diwali decorations.

Patel Brothers, the highly popular Indian grocery store located in Hamilton, NJ created a special Diwali Village display full of vibrant home decorations, traditional holiday sweets and everything you need to celebrate the festival of lights.

Homes across the country and parts of the world have decorated their home temples with special sterling silver decor and the Hindu Goddess Laxshmi is especially given more attention as She is the main Goddess worshipped during the 5 day celebrations.

Special sweets are prepared with almonds, saffron, honey and mango and served after services at the stunning Hindu temples all across the United States.

Thousands of people will be dressed up in their fine gold jewelry, silk sarees and elaborate brocaded tunics for the many, many parties that will be going on during the holiday.

First day of Diwali falls on November 6 this year known as Dhanteras, a day for purchasing gold, silver and honoring the Hindu God, Lord Dhanvantari. Day two November 7, is Narak Chaturdashi, which marks the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Naraksura. It celebrates triumph of good over evil. Day three, November 8, is the main day where Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped with special prayers, food and gold jewelry. Day 4, November 9, is Annakut, where thousands of special home made Indian dishes filled with ghee, almonds, nuts, dates and sugar cane are offered to Lord Krishna, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh displayed in a mountain like structure. Day 5, November 10, is Bhai Dooj, where the celebrated bond between brother and sister is honored and gifts such as gold jewelry, silver coins, diamonds and designer silk sarees are given to the sister by the brother.

So gather your friends, family and decorate your home to welcome in Goddess Lakshmi, happiness and prosperity for the coming new year.

The journey continues…..filled with Diwali wishes to all!

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