While Birmingham’s biggest Diwali party was cancelled last minute (it was meant to happen on Sunday, October 12), there are still plenty of ways to celebrate the Hindu festival of lights. Officially taking place on Monday, October 20, there is a spread of events happening over the weekend and beyond. That’s what it’s all about, right? Light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance!
1. Dishoom Diwali
With music curated by BBC Asian Network, Dishoom is taking over Hockley Social Club on Wednesday, October 22, for Diwali. The Bombay-inspired restaurant will be welcoming in light, goodness and hope with a night of food, mehendi, music, and dancing. You can learn more here.
2. Ujala at Midlands Arts Centre
Welcoming in the autumn and bringing in the light to the dark, Sampad and Midlands Arts Centre present an evening of Indian Classical dance to mark Diwali on Wednesday, November 5. Rooted in tradition and mythology, ‘Ujala’ promises a vibrant and expressive performance—with talented dancers from across the region presenting a range of styles from Bharatanatyam, Kathak and Odissi to Kuchipudi and Yakshagana. You can learn more here.
3. Black Country Living Museum’s Festival of Light
Everyone’s favourite Living Museum is hosting an evening celebration of Diwali on Saturday, October 18. With live music and dance in the 1940s town, a lantern procession illuminating its historic cobbled streets, authentic South Asian cuisine, and interactive Diwali lessons in St. James’ School, the Festival of Light will brighten up this dark October evening with joy, culture, and connection. You can learn more here.
4. Deaf Cultural Centre’s Diwali Celebration!
Deaf Cultural Centre in Ladywood is hosting a Community Day celebrating Diwali on Friday, October 24. The day event will include jewellery crafting, candle making, a presentation about Diwali, and a ‘Drum & Dance’ session. Get your ticket before Friday, October 17, here.
5. Birmingham Diwali Party 2025
With no Soho Road celebrations, the biggest Diwali party in Birmingham might be at Weoley Hill Village Hall in Selly Oak. On Saturday, October 18, it promises authentic festive magic in Birmingham with the “true spirit of Diwali”. Dance to DJ Kahaan spinning the best Bollywood and bhangra beats, tuck into a three-course Indian buffet, and get traditional henna designs from skilled artists, plus more! Get your tickets here.