Diwali Countdown: A 3-Week Decoration Plan That Keeps You Calm
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Diwali Countdown: A 3-Week Decoration Plan That Keeps You Calm
Twenty-three days to go. Spread the work and enjoy the festival.
Diwali Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday 8 November 2026, and Dhanteras is on Friday 6 November. That leaves about three weeks. Puja timings differ by city, so check your local panchang.
The families who look calm on Diwali day are the ones who did a little every few days. Here is a plan you can follow, and skip any step that does not apply to you.
Pushp Vatika Floral Rangoli Mats Set of 9
Now to 23 October: decide and declutter
Pick your palette and your three focal points: the door, the puja corner and one living-room spot. Clear the shelves you will use. See Diwali Decoration Colour Themes to choose a palette, and Diwali Decoration on a Budget if you are keeping spend tight.
24 to 30 October: order and test
Order anything you still need so it arrives with time to spare. Lay out the Pushp Vatika mats and check how they sit, then test your Lotus Crystal LED Lamps and any batteries. Karwa Chauth falls around the end of October, so some families will be busy that week.
31 October to 5 November: install
Hang the toran and backdrop, place mats, and arrange the puja corner with a chowki and thali. Do it at least two days before Dhanteras so you can fix problems.
6 to 8 November: light and enjoy
Dhanteras, 6 Nov
Light the entrance lamps in the evening.
7 Nov
Final touches: flowers, tealights, snacks table.
Diwali, 8 Nov
Light the lamps, do the puja, photograph the corner before guests arrive.
After
Keep a few lights on. Pack up using the storage guide.
A single checklist is in the Complete Diwali Decoration Checklist 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Diwali 2026?
Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday 8 November 2026, with Dhanteras on Friday 6 November. Check your local panchang for timings.
How early should I start decorating?
About two to three weeks before, in small steps, and finish two days before Dhanteras.
What should I do first?
Choose a palette and three focal points, then declutter the spaces you will decorate.
Is it too late to order decor?
Not yet, but order soon so there is time for delivery and a test run.
Can I skip steps?
Yes. Use this as a guide and drop whatever does not fit your home.