Diwali Celebrations and Fireworks - BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

On November 3rd and 4th, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir will be celebrating Diwali and the Hindu New Year, two of the most festive celebrations in the Hindu calendar.  Diwali (November 3rd), the Festival of Lights, is traditionally marked by placing decorative oil lamps in rows and is colorful festival celebration the triumph of good over evil. On the evening of Diwali, many celebrate this day with fireworks.

The day following Diwali is the beginning of the Hindu New Year and is a time for renewal, reflection and resolution. There is a grand offering of hundreds of different vegetarian food items, prepared lovingly by devotees, to thank God for His providence over the past year and to seek His blessings for the year ahead.

Visitors are welcome during these celebrations as well as during regular Visitor Hours (Daily from 9am to 6pm). Groups with 10 or more can schedule free tours in advance using the Mandir website,www.atlanta.baps.org.