Known as the festival of lights, Diwali has religious significance for Hindus, Sikhs and Jains and is celebrated by many of the Capital's South Asian communities. The Mayor's free event is becoming a major fixture in London's calendar and last year over 20,000 attended.
Celebrations commence with live musical performances headlined by DJ Bobby Friction and presented by Tony Patti and Kejal. Other highlights include the Golders Green Temple Indian Scottish Band.
The square will be lavishly decorated, with thousands of floating candles in the fountains and a huge model of the elephant God Ganesh. Cultural exhibitions will be accompanied by delicious Indian food, and brightly-coloured displays of contemporary and traditional Indian dance, including the energetic Garba and Dandia dances. People of all faiths are welcome at this celebration of the victory of light over darkness.
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Known as the festival of lights, Diwali has religious significance for Hindus, Sikhs and Jains and is celebrated by many of the Capital's South Asian communities. The Mayor's free event is becoming a major fixture in London's calendar and last year over 20,000 attended.
