Singapore

Deepavali

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Upcoming Years Dates

YearDateDay
2026CurrentNovember 8Sunday
2027October 28Thursday
2028November 15Wednesday
2029November 5Monday
2030October 25Friday

Holiday Details

Date

Sunday, November 8, 2026

2026-11-08

Country

Singapore

SG

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about Deepavali in Singapore

Deepavali is celebrated on Sunday, November 8, 2026 in Singapore. The holiday falls on a Sunday in 2026. Right now, Deepavali is in 20 days.
Deepavali is 20 days away from today (November 8, 2026). That's approximately: • 2 weeks • 480 hours • 28800 minutes
Yes, Deepavali is an official public holiday in Singapore. Dates are set by Singapore's official holiday calendar.
Deepavali falls on Sunday, Sunday, November 8, 2026. Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Year: 2026 Weekday: Sunday Month: November Country: Singapore
Here are the upcoming dates for Deepavali in Singapore: • 2026: November 8 (Sunday) • 2027: October 28 (Thursday) • 2028: November 15 (Wednesday) • 2029: November 5 (Monday) • 2030: October 25 (Friday) Please note that holiday dates can occasionally be officially adjusted. Always check Singapore's official holiday calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Deepavali is not currently observed as a substitute day in Singapore for 2026. It falls on its regular calendar date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Sunday). Substitute days are typically only used when a holiday's original date falls on a weekend or conflicts with another holiday.
The countdown shows the number of calendar days between today and Deepavali. How it works: 1. We use the official holiday date: 2026-11-08 2. We compare it against today's date 3. The difference (in full calendar days) is shown as the countdown Important details: • The countdown uses calendar days, not exact hours/minutes • It refreshes automatically once every hour while you have the page open • If Deepavali has already passed this year, the page shows how many days ago it was • If today is the holiday, you'll see a special "Today is the day!" message 🎉
On Deepavali, most of the following are typically closed in Singapore: • Government offices • Public schools • Banks (some may operate with reduced hours) • Postal services However, closures can vary by: • Region / state • Business type • Emergency services (usually remain open) Tip: Always verify with your local employer or official government sources for the exact schedule.
You can use the Share button on this page to send the countdown link to friends, family, or colleagues. Recommended ways to share: • Share button — uses your device's native share menu (WhatsApp, Messages, Email, etc.) • Copy Date button — copies the holiday name and date to your clipboard To set a reminder: 1. Open your phone or computer calendar 2. Create a new event on Sunday, November 8, 2026 3. Set a reminder for 1 week and 1 day before This way you'll never miss Deepavali again! 🎉
You may occasionally see a different date for Deepavali on other websites. Here's why: Common reasons: 1. Regional variations — Some holidays are observed differently in different states or provinces within Singapore 2. Substitute days — If the original date fell on a weekend, a substitute day may be used 3. Calendar versions — Different holiday libraries update at different times 4. Religious vs. civil — Some holidays have both a religious date and an official civil observance date For Deepavali in Singapore: we use the official date Sunday, November 8, 2026 for 2026. Best practice: Always verify with Singapore's official government holiday calendar for critical scheduling.
Holiday: Deepavali Country: Singapore Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Weekday: Sunday Year: 2026 Status: In 20 days Type: Public holiday Next year: October 28 Upcoming years tracked: 4