Join us to celebrate Diwali & Tihar 2026!
Kingston Students' Union, along with our friends at Roehampton SU & Southlands College are delighted to bring you the Festival of Lights: Diwali & Tihar 2026!
Diwali, also called Deepavali, is the Festival of Lights and one of the most widely observed Hindu festivals, that marks the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
Tihar is Nepal’s five-day festival of lights: a celebration of gratitude, kinship, animals, prosperity and the bond between siblings.
What you can expect:
🪔 6pm| Southlands College | FREE ENTRY
AARTI CEREMONY
🎆 8pm | Froebel Lawn | FREE ENTRY
FIREWORKS
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VALID 18+ ID REQUIRED FROM ALL ATTENDEES FOR THE AFTERPARTY
AFTERPARTY
FAQS
Can I bring a non-Kingston student to the event?
Yes, you may but you must purchase them a 'Guest Ticket', and they must be accompanied by a registered KU student.
What IDs are acceptable?
Valid IDs includes: UK/EU Drivers License, Passports, International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
IDs must be physical copies only, no photographs of IDs will be accepted
Which part of the event do I need to buy a ticket for?
You must purchase a ticket for the Afterparty.
How do I get there from Kingston Station?
By Car - 20 mins via A308
By Train - 34 mins Via Roehampton University Main Entrance
By Bus - 85 Bus from Cromwell Road Bus Stop