The 2024 Bay Area Diwali Festival returns to Cupertino Oct. 12. The Festival of Lights celebrates light over darkness and sees families come together to light lamps, exchange gifts and share meals. The Cupertino celebration includes Indian food, music, dancing, henna, VR games, a photo booth and more.

October 2024 is packed with a multitude of auspicious festivals including Navratri, Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali. The article provides a detailed list of each festival and important observances, helping readers mark their calendars for celebrations throughout the month.

During Diwali, the entire country gets together to celebrate. People light diyas and candles, and decorate their homes, this year, Karwa Chauth also falls in the month of October. On this auspicious day, the married women keep fast to pray for the longevity of their husbands.

In this article, we present a comprehensive checklist of these significant celebrations, helping you navigate through the festivities with ease.

The Madikeri Dasara festival starts on Oct 3 with ‘karaga' rituals. Events include Children Dasara, Coffee Dasara, Women Dasara, and Janapada Dasara on various dates. Cultural programs run from Oct 4 to Oct 12 at Gandhi Maidan,

October 2024 marks the beginning of the festive season in India. With festivals like Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali, this month offers a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends.