Dancers in red and white twirling on the Melbourne Diwali stage as the crowd films on their phones

Melbourne Diwali 2026

2026 performers

The groups performing at Marvel Stadium Square on Saturday 31 October. We add groups here as they confirm, so this page grows between now and the festival.

20 groups confirmed so far

20 groups

About the Melbourne Diwali 2026 performers

Melbourne Diwali brings dance schools, academies, music groups and community acts from across Melbourne to one stage at Marvel Stadium Square, Docklands, on Saturday 31 October 2026. Classical, folk and Bollywood dance share the programme with live music, the Melbourne Diwali dance competition through the afternoon, and an evening showcase after the lighting ceremony at dusk. Each group has its own page with photos and a short introduction, and more groups are added as they confirm. Entry is free for everyone, from 2pm to 10pm. See the schedule or plan your visit.

Looking for last year's groups? See the 2025 performers.