Lexington Center Diwali Celebration

Diwali is a Hindu festival of lights with its variations also celebrated in other Indian religions. It symbolizes the spiritual “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance”.

During Diwali, people illuminate their homes, shops, temples, and workspaces with diyas (oil lamps), candles, and lanterns. Diwali marks a major shopping festival in India and is comparable to the Christmas period in terms of consumer purchases and economic activity. It is traditionally a time when families purchase new clothing, home goods, gifts, gold, jewelry, and other large purchases particularly as the festival is dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and such purchases are considered auspicious.

This year, Lexington Together, the Lexington Economic Development Office, the Indian Association of Lexington, Spaulding Management LLC, Clay Oven and the Lexington Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Diwali “Festival of Lights” Celebration to support retailers and restaurants in Lexington. Please join the celebrations on Wednesday, October 15^th,  between 5 and 9 pm by taking a stroll of the shops in the Center to look at the decorations and a photo booth at 1666 Mass Ave for a special Diwali selfie.

Join us for a fun filled time of games, crafts, music, and a buffet dinner at Clay Oven Restaurant (Reserve your dinner spot at https://clayovenlexington.com. Click on Events!)

Then stroll through town:

 Liberty Sweets — Diwali goody bags
 The Venue — family-friendly Indian movie
 Maxima — Diwali-themed books
 Pinot’s Palette — family-friendly painting projects
 Rancatore’s — specialty Indian-inspired ice cream
 Royal India Bistro — grab a festive cocktail & a treat

As dark falls, gather at the Historical Museum for an enchanting illumination show with LexLux.  Please come with an electric lantern or a diya for a special photo this Diwali. Presented by Munroe Center for the Arts and Youth STEAM Initiative Corp.

This Diwali, let the spirit of light guide us to support local businesses, so our celebrations brighten not just our homes but our community’s prosperity.

Presented by Indian Americans of Lexington (IAL), Lexington Economic Development Office, Lexington Chamber of Commerce, Lexington Retailers Association, Clay Oven, and Spaulding Management LLC.

Special LexLux Projection Display at Emery Park 8:30 PM. Please come with an electric lantern or a diya for a special photo this Diwali. Presented by Munroe Center for the Arts and Youth STEAM Initiative Corp.