Deepavali is observed on a fixed date each year according to the Hindu lunar calendar, which means the date changes slightly from year to year on the Gregorian calendar.
Deepavali in Singapore
Deepavali is a gazetted public holiday in Singapore. For the exact date in a given year, and current public holiday information, refer to the Ministry of Manpower’s public holidays page, which is the authoritative source for Singapore’s official holiday calendar.
Why the Date Changes Each Year
Deepavali falls on the 15th day of the Hindu lunar month of Kartik, which doesn’t map to a fixed Gregorian date. That’s why the festival moves within the calendar year rather than falling on the same date annually, similar to other lunar-calendar festivals.
Planning Ahead
Because the date shifts each year, it’s worth checking the current year’s date early if you’re planning gifting, particularly for corporate or bulk orders, which need more lead time than a single hamper. See our guide on corporate Deepavali gifting for planning timelines.