Rotorua Diwali Festival 2026

Celebrate the Festival of Lights at the Rotorua Lakefront! Come along with your friends and whānau for a vibrant celebration of Diwali, filled with culture, colour, delicious food and entertainment. Presented by the BOP (Rotorua) Indian Association and supported by Rotorua Lakes Council, Rotorua Diwali Festival 2026 is a free community event bringing people together to celebrate the Festival of Lights and its spirit of light, hope and togetherness. Enjoy an afternoon featuring: • Live entertainment and cultural performances • Delicious festive food • Henna • Arts and crafts • Jewellery • Fun activities for Tamariki and the whole whānau Whether you celebrate Diwali every year or are experiencing it for the first time, everyone is welcome. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a colourful afternoon celebrating Indian culture, community and togetherness beside the lake