Last updated: 1 November 2026
Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Whether you are planning a festive meal out, looking for hampers to send to family and colleagues, or want a new way to celebrate at home, this is our guide to the best Diwali dining, gifting and experiences we have covered this season. We add new picks as they are announced, so check back through the festive week.
Diwali 2026 at a glance
- Diwali brunch in Bengaluru: 24/7 at The LaLiT Ashok, Sunday 8 November, INR 2,800 plus taxes per person
- Diwali lunch in Pune: Feast at Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel, 6 to 8 November, INR 2,099 plus taxes per person
- Diwali hampers in Bengaluru: Hyatt Centric MG Road from INR 799 and Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal from INR 1,099, plus taxes
- Luxury Diwali hampers in Chennai: Taj Coromandel, from INR 1,650 to INR 5,00,000 plus taxes
- At home: Chef Ranveer Brar’s edible Nutella Wali Rangoli
Diwali brunches and lunches
Diwali Brunch at The LaLiT Ashok, Bengaluru
24/7, the all-day restaurant at The LaLiT Ashok, is hosting a festive brunch on Diwali itself. The spread moves from Indian classics such as Awadhi Murgh Dum Biryani and a Mandya-style chicken to a dessert table where Chenna Poda, Mishti Doi and Parappu Payasam sit alongside a Gulab Jamun Cheesecake.
When: Sunday, 8 November 2026, 12 pm to 3:30 pm
Price: INR 2,800 plus taxes per person
Reservations: +91 99000 64314
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Festival of Flavours Lunch at Feast, Sheraton Grand Pune
Feast at Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel is serving a three-day Diwali lunch, with Shahi Badam Shorba, Murgh Zafrani Roulade and Stuffed Kamal Kakdi Pinwheels, live chaat and kebab counters, and desserts from Saffron and Pistachio Tres Leches to Malpua with Rabri.
When: 6 to 8 November 2026, 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Price: INR 2,099 plus taxes per person
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Diwali hampers to gift
Hyatt Centric MG Road, Bengaluru
A good place to start if you need several gifts. The four hampers mix festive sweets with gourmet treats and lighter snacks, from the small Bliss box (INR 799) to Allure (INR 2,999), with chocolate-coated dates, dark chocolate cashews and pretzels. Prices are plus taxes.
Orders: +91 99860 46388
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Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal
The hotel’s culinary team has made a range of boxes and hampers, from the Sinful Delight sweet box with Motichoor Laddu and Kesariya Barfi (INR 1,099) to the Joyful Bounty hamper with Orange Tea Cake, gourmet teas and festive décor (INR 2,799). Prices are plus taxes.
Taj Coromandel, Chennai
Ten hampers from La Patisserie, ranging from festive treats to gifts well beyond the plate. At the top is the Coromandel hamper, with a 22-carat gold coin, a silver Ganesha and a Montblanc wallet and pen. Hampers are available until 8 November.
Price: INR 1,650 to INR 5,00,000 plus taxes
Orders: +91 44 6600 2827 or +91 78248 62311
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Celebrate at home
Nutella Wali Rangoli with Chef Ranveer Brar
A fun idea for families: Chef Ranveer Brar turns rangoli into something you can eat, decorating a crepe with Nutella, strawberries and dry fruits. It works just as well on a roti, a slice of bread or a pancake, and there is a chance to win gift hampers by sharing yours on Instagram.
Festive outings
Ramayana-inspired décor at Orion Malls, Bengaluru
Orion Mall at Brigade Gateway, Orion Uptown Mall and Orion Avenue have been dressed for the festive season with Timeless Tradition, a décor campaign inspired by the Ramayana, including lit palace façades reflected in the lake at Brigade Gateway. It makes for an easy evening out with family.
Diwali 2026: frequently asked questions
When is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali, the main day of Lakshmi Puja, falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026.
Where can I have a Diwali brunch in Bengaluru?
24/7 at The LaLiT Ashok, Bengaluru, is hosting a Diwali brunch on Sunday, 8 November 2026, from 12 pm to 3:30 pm, at INR 2,800 plus taxes per person.
Where can I buy Diwali hampers in Bengaluru?
Hyatt Centric MG Road has hampers from INR 799 plus taxes, and Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal has sweet boxes and hampers from INR 1,099 to INR 2,799 plus taxes.
Is there a Diwali lunch in Pune?
Yes. Feast at Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel is serving a Festival of Flavours lunch from 6 to 8 November 2026, at INR 2,099 plus taxes per person.
More festive reading: Editor’s Picks: What’s Happening in Bengaluru This Week and the Taj West End cake mixing ceremony.
Prices, dates and timings are as shared by the hotels and brands; we recommend confirming with them and booking ahead. Images are courtesy of the respective hotels and brands.
