Food, Market & Shopping

What to eat and what to buy at Melbourne Diwali: vegetarian festival food, market stalls and Diwali gift shopping at Marvel Stadium Square.

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Diwali gift hamper wrapped with a bow, from Aaria's Creations

Diwali gift shopping in Melbourne: a festival market checklist

A practical guide to choosing Diwali gifts at Melbourne's festival market, with stall examples, questions to ask and a simple shopping checklist.

Gautam GUPTA12 Oct 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

Dancers in coordinated silver and red costumes performing on stage at Melbourne Diwali 2023

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

Melbourne Diwali: Celebrating Ahimsa with Delicious 100% Vegetarian, Jain and Satvik Delights

Melbourne Diwali: A Celebration of Life and Unity Melbourne Diwali is not just a festival; it's a vibrant celebration of life and unity...

Gautam GUPTA3 July 2025