Diwali Celebration
17 October 2026
This Diwali, join us at Chiltern Open Air Museum as the Festival of Lights returns for its third year with an even brighter celebration!
Discover the stories and traditions behind Diwali through a lively programme of music, dance, crafts and family entertainment. Explore the Museum's historic site, enjoy vibrant performances and take part in activities inspired by Diwali's themes of light, hope and new beginnings.
Get moving and join in with an energetic Bollywood dance.
Listen, learn, and take part as you discover more about Indian musical traditions led by musicologist Dr Anjali Sharma Tiwari.
Try on traditional Saris and Dhotis with Sejal and friends.
Have a go at a range of colourful arts and crafts with Harsha Basu, Satvinder Roopra (Fancy Pancy Bits & Bobs) and Alan Horton.
Activities will include:
Creating your own rangoli designs, inspired by the colourful patterns traditionally used to decorate homes and welcome visitors during Diwali.
Decorating diyas, the small lamps lit during Diwali as a symbol of light overcoming darkness.
Create a pyramid-shaped paper lantern.
Captivating Storytelling Sessions Dr Geeta Ludhra.
Mouthwatering Food! Enjoy delicious South Asian food.
| Season (17 Oct 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 11:00 | - 16:00 |
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