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Festival visitors wearing colourful Indian clothing at Melbourne Diwali

Diwali Jewellery: A Melbourne Family Heirloom Checklist

Plan what jewellery to wear for Diwali, record treasured pieces and compare storage options, with practical questions to ask Guardian Vaults.

Gautam GUPTA16 Sept 2026
Guardian Vaults and Guardian Gold logos on a dark background, each a gold vault-door emblem above its wordmark

Gold, Light and Dhanteras: Guardian Vaults at Melbourne Diwali 2026

Gold has a day of its own in Diwali, and Dhanteras 2026 falls on 6 November. Guardian Vaults and Guardian Gold join the festival at Marvel Stadium Square on Saturday 31 October.

Gautam GUPTA14 Sept 2026
Families gathered around the golden blessing tree at Melbourne Diwali 2025, with children adding wishes

Accessible Melbourne Diwali 2026: A Visitor Planning Guide

Plan an accessible visit to Melbourne Diwali 2026 with confirmed step-free venue details, transport help, parking advice and sensory considerations.

Gautam GUPTA11 Sept 2026
Bowls of Indian spices including turmeric, chilli, cumin, cinnamon and star anise laid out on a dark bench

Help Shape the Indian Food Experience at Melbourne Diwali 2026

We are asking whether cooking should be part of the programme in 2026. Tell us the dish you would want made properly, who you would learn from, and how you would watch.

Gautam GUPTA7 Sept 2026
Festival visitors gathered at Melbourne Diwali at Marvel Stadium Square in Docklands

How to Get to Melbourne Diwali 2026: Trains, Trams and Parking

Plan your trip to Melbourne Diwali 2026 by train, tram or car, with Southern Cross directions, parking details and event-day travel advice.

Gautam GUPTA3 Sept 2026
A young performer smiling mid-routine on stage at Melbourne Diwali 2025

Stronger Together: Welcoming ANZ to Melbourne Diwali 2026

Melbourne Diwali welcomes ANZ as a partner for 2026, united by shared values of community, culture, inclusion and connection.

Gautam GUPTA31 Aug 2026
Festival visitors wearing colourful Indian clothing at Melbourne Diwali

What to Wear to Diwali in Melbourne: A Practical Festival Guide

Traditional Indian clothing is welcome but not required. Plan a comfortable Melbourne Diwali outfit with practical advice for layers, shoes and children.

Gautam GUPTA30 Aug 2026
Crowds celebrating Melbourne Diwali at Marvel Stadium Square

When Is Diwali 2026 in Melbourne? Date, Festival and Visitor Guide

Diwali falls on 8 November 2026 in Melbourne. The free Melbourne Diwali festival is on 31 October. Here is how the two dates fit together.

Gautam GUPTA29 Aug 2026
Families and friends celebrating Melbourne Diwali at Marvel Stadium Square

Free Diwali Festival in Melbourne: A Family Guide to Marvel Stadium Square

Plan a family visit to Melbourne's free Diwali festival on 31 October 2026, with transport, accessibility and programme tips for Marvel Stadium Square.

Gautam GUPTA29 Aug 2026
Traditional Indian figurines displayed at a Melbourne Diwali market stall

Diwali Food, Market Stalls and Dance in Melbourne: What to Expect in 2026

Explore the food, market stalls and cultural performances planned for Melbourne Diwali 2026, plus practical advice for visiting Marvel Stadium Square.

Gautam GUPTA29 Aug 2026