a festival of light: celebrating Diwali at Peninsula Hot Springs
Saturday 8 November
Diwali, also called Deepavali, is a Festival of Lights that brightens the hearts and homes of celebrating communities, honouring hope, success, knowledge, faith, and luck.
This year's festivities begin in mid-October, with the main event on Monday, 20 October, called Diwali (Deepavali). The five-day festival, aligned with the Hindu Lunar calendar, celebrates the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and humanity's resilience in overcoming hardships.
On Saturday, 8 November, we invite you to participate in a series of events celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights.
our program
Hot Springs Yoga at dusk | 5pm to 5:30pm
Yoga instructor Tarlina leads a special Hot Springs Yoga session, guiding guests through a mindful and rejuvenating practice that blends movement and meditation at dusk to celebrate the spirit of Diwali.
Taking place on the Amphitheatre stage. Complimentary to enjoy with your bathing experience.
Roving Bollywood Dancers | 6pm to 6:30pm
A dynamic group of Bollywood dancers joins us as an interactive roaming act, then performs an energetic routine on the main stage, showcasing Indian dance traditions.
Taking place in our Amphitheatre and on the Amphitheatre stage. Complimentary to enjoy with your bathing experience.
Bollywood Dance Workshop | 6:30pm to 7pm
A group of experienced performers lead an entertaining hot springs Bollywood Dance Workshop, teaching guests the basics of Bollywood dance in a fun, welcoming environment, encouraging participation and connection.
Taking place on the Amphitheatre stage. Complimentary to enjoy with your bathing experience.
Diwali, Festival of Lights
Beyond all political views and opinions, Diwali is observed amongst those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism, and is an opportunity for a joyous celebration of our shared humanity, a beautiful moment for the community to gather and celebrate the light within.
During Diwali celebrations, the Festival of Lights comes alive as communities decorate their homes, streets and public places with bright oil lamps, candles and colourful lights all heightened with a spectacular display of fireworks, illuminating the night sky. Gift-giving and feasting is a gesture of love and affection, and prayers and rituals take place across temples as communities seek divine blessings and guidance.
New beginnings are revered during Diwali, with the festival considered an auspicious time to start new ventures and settle old debts. It is believed that starting something new during this time brings good fortune and luck for the year ahead.
