Lights, laughter and everything Diwali

Here are five vibrant melas across Delhi and Noida perfect for your last-minute Diwali shopping.

The Blind Relief Association’s 45th Diwali Bazaar on Lodhi Road doubles as a fundraiser for visually-impaired artisans

With Diwali inching closer – spilling colour, crafts and celebration across the city — Delhi-NCR’s festive bazaars are in full swing. From handmade lamps to live music, these melas promise last-minute shoppers a mix of nostalgia and newness — the perfect mix of last-minute shopping, food, music and community spirit.

Dastkar’s Festival of Lights

In its 13th year, Dastkar’s Festival of Lights remains capital’s handmade heart. The festival has over 200 artisan groups from across India fill Nature Bazaar with festive textiles, decor, jewellery and furniture. “In the Diwali Mela we have a mix of every craft and everything is handmade,” says Muskan Grover, content writer at Dastkar. She adds, “The handmade paper lights and terracotta lamps are made with such intricacy that just placing a small diya shows how much reflection a lamp can spread… each purchase becomes a small way of supporting an artisan’s craft and keeping that light of tradition alive.”
Expect Banarasi silks, dhokra figurines and mirror-worked fabrics — and the glow of craftsmanship that gives Diwali its soul.

When: Ongoing till October 15
Timings: 11 AM – 7 PM
Where: Nature Bazaar, Andheria Modh

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The Blind Relief Association’s Diwali Bazaar

The 45th edition of the mela doubles as a fundraiser for visually-impaired artisans, featuring handmade candles, diyas, paper crafts and stitched products created through the NGO’s training programmes. “Candle-making is one of the skills they learn,” said Swapna Merlin, head of communications. “Whatever they make throughout the year is available for sale here, and any purchase directly goes into our funds,” she adds. Alongside these stalls, visitors can find over 250 vendors selling everything from footwear to garden décor, and even two massage stalls run by trained visually-impaired professionals.

When: Ongoing till October 17
Timings: 10:30 AM–8 PM
Where: Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Lodhi Road (Near The Oberoi)

Swag Diwali Mela

For those chasing sparkle with a dash of glamour, Swag Diwali Mela promises a trendy escape. Organised by Lilly Events & Promotions, proprietor Punit Thakur describes it as “a mix of fashion, lifestyle, cosmetics, candles, home décor and entertainment.”

In its first edition, it packs in fashion shows, street performances, children’s rides and even a lucky draw on the final evening.

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When: October 16–18
Timings: 10 AM–9 PM (activities from 4 PM)
Where: Shivaji Stadium Park, Connaught Place

Dastkar’s Festival of Lights has over 200 artisan groups from across India

District 9’s Diwali Carnival

Picture this: dazzling fire shows, DJ nights that spill into live Bollywood sets and a mix of folk and fusion beats that never let the energy drop. For families, there’s a dose of nostalgia with magic and puppet shows, giant board games, mascot parades and even a flea market packed with quirky finds.

When: Until October 19
Timings: 12 PM onwards
Where: District 9, Sector 32A, Noida

Noida Haat’s Diwali Utsav

Noida Haat’s Diwali Utsav celebrates colour and craft in true Indian style. With more than 150 stalls, the mela brings together artisans selling terracotta lamps, festive wear, sweets and decor from across states. Folk dancers keep the atmosphere alive while the aroma of regional cuisines fill the air. Whether you’re hunting for gifts or just a lively weekend escape, this mela captures Diwali’s spirit in its most traditional form.

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When: Ongoing till October 20
Timings: 11 AM–9 PM
Where: Noida Haat, Sector 33A

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