The day’s festivities culminate with a lantern parade through the Museum grounds, accompanied by the exhilarating beats of Eternal Taal’s Dhol drummer

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Celebrate the Festival of Light, Diwali, at the National Maritime Museum. With music from Eternal Taal, rangoli, storytelling, diya making, percussion and dance workshops, talks and tours. Watch shows from Story Hour Puppet Theatre and shop at small business stalls in the Diwali Bazaar. Join the parade of lights through Greenwich Park to end the day. In partnership with COMMONGROUND&.

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* Suitable for all ages

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  • Free Entry

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  • Children welcome

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Diwali: All Together Now

Type:Light Festival

National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
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Opening Times

Diwali at the National Maritime Museum (7 Nov 2026)
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Saturday10:00 - 17:00

* FREE Admission

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