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Diwali 2025.

An evening of light, culture, and connection in Amherst.

WhenWhereScotia Room, Travelodge AmherstHosted byAmherst Indian Association
Decorative Diwali still life of glowing diyas, marigolds and rangoliCelebrating the festival of lights

Looking back

A celebration
we shared.

On October 24, 2025, Amherst Indian Association brought the community together for Diwali at the Scotia Room in Travelodge Amherst.

The evening celebrated Indian culture through food, cultural performances, music, and dancing. It was an opportunity for families, friends, and neighbours to spend time together and share the warmth of the festival of lights.

Thank you to the volunteers, performers, guests, and supporters who helped make the celebration possible. Your time, creativity, and participation are what make community events meaningful.

A few highlights

  • Cultural performances and music
  • Indian food and a shared festive dinner
  • Dancing and a DJ
  • Time for families, friends, and neighbours to connect

See the real event photographs

Visit the association’s Facebook album to look back at Diwali Night 2025. The lamp imagery on this website is decorative festival artwork.

View the Diwali photo album (opens in a new tab)

Community support

We appreciate the Town of Amherst’s support of our 2025 Diwali Festival. Town Council approved a $1,500 contribution to the event.

Read the Town’s announcement (opens in a new tab)

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