{"title": "Legends and Folktales: Celebrating Diwali", "start": "2026-11-09T18:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "The Nehru Centre", "address": "South Audley Street 8, W1K 1HF London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word/storytelling", "occasion/diwali"], "description": "An enchanting storytelling session that brings the rich tapestry of Indian culture to life through captivating legends and folktales. As Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated, families are invited to gather and immerse themselves in timeless stories that illuminate the spirit of this joyous occasion. It is led by Usha Venkatraman, an award-winning storyteller, TEDx speaker, educationist, author, classical vocalist, puppeteer, and radio show host whose stories intersect Indian myths, folklore, feminism, and music. She is the founder of Mumbai Storytellers Society and festival director of Mumbai International Storytelling Festival.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/legends-and-folktales-celebrating-diwali-113499/", "official_url": "https://www.nehrucentre.org.uk/events/storytelling-legends-and-folktales-celebrating-diwali/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/a5a4184f3120c1e1d99eb24c6355f9e1952510f03ce3ff541ab73db5fd49f92d-600.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-09T18:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "The Nehru Centre", "address": "South Audley Street 8, W1K 1HF London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Diwali/Deepavali Dance & Stories", "start": "2026-11-07T14:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Discover Children's Story Centre", "address": "High Street 383-387, E15 4QZ London", "price": "Free with your Discover Entry ticket", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["dance/bharatanatyam", "occasion/diwali"], "description": "Diwali/Deepavali Dance & Stories is a relaxed, family-friendly workshop celebrating Diwali through movement, music and storytelling. Led by an experienced artist, it draws on Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form: participants explore simple rhythmic movements, learn how salangai (traditional ankle bells) help dancers respond to music and tell stories, and bring Diwali stories to life through movement. The session includes a sensory experience and a shared cup of chai, welcoming families to discover and celebrate Diwali together. It is for ages 3 and up, runs 45 minutes, and is free with a Discover Entry ticket.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/diwalideepavali-dance-stories-80603/", "official_url": "https://discover.org.uk/event/diwali-deepavali-dance-stories/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/d870f8e87281fed11572b100339ad8b2dbb1738180f5762dc0ce5f6699e69acb-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Diwali Event with One Little Lamp illustrator Navya Raju", "start": "2026-11-07T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Pickled Pepper Books", "address": "Middle Lane 10, London", "price": "from €6,69", "price_from": "12.99", "price_to": "12.99", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["art/illustration", "occasion/diwali"], "description": "A Diwali celebration for children at Pickled Pepper Books, with decorations up and the lights being lit. It is a fun-filled draw along led by Navya Raju, the illustrator of One Little Lamp: A Diwali Story. The ticket includes a copy of the book, and siblings pay a smaller amount that is partly redeemable against any books.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/diwali-event-with-one-little-lamp-illustrator-navya-raju-41825/", "official_url": "https://www.pickledpepperbooks.co.uk/collections/events/products/diwali-event-with-one-little-lamp-illustrator-navya-raju", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c088de6f46a76d758a5836ed15167dfc61e29a6061d8c45d38d835df331f12a7-1200.webp"}, {"title": "World in Westminster Festival: Diwali", "start": "2026-11-07T12:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "University of Westminster", "address": "", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/diwali", "community"], "description": "The World in Westminster Festival: Diwali is a celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights celebrated by many Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. It is run by the University of Westminster's EDI events, which bring people together to celebrate the diverse cultures, identities and experiences that make the university unique. The gathering promises great food, cultural awareness, positive vibes, and wonderful company, blending culture and conversation. Guests are welcome to wear something red to join in the festive spirit.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/world-in-westminster-festival-diwali-39999/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster.ac.uk/current-students/events/world-in-westminster-festival-diwali", "image": "https://noky.io/images/060658ee4e68b7d8d502df1c291d261ae6769874256aaf5c24a60f93b39e7373-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Diwali celebration at OMNOM", "start": "2026-11-08T12:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-08T16:00:00Z", "place": "Islington Square", "address": "Upper Street 116, N1 1AB London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/diwali", "music"], "description": "Diwali celebration at OMNOM is a festive Diwali event at Islington Square, with a festive lunch from 12pm to 2pm followed by live performances with Gaiea Sanskrit from 2pm to 4pm. OMNOM is behind it, and it celebrates Indian culture, music and the spirit of togetherness, offering delicious food and the beauty of Sanskrit through live performance.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/diwali-celebration-at-omnom-69924/", "official_url": "https://www.islingtonsquare.com/all-events/diwali-at-omnom", "image": ""}, {"title": "Diwali at the National Maritime Museum", "start": "2026-11-07T10:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-07T17:00:00Z", "place": "National Maritime Museum", "address": "Romney Road, SE10 9NF London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/diwali"], "description": "Diwali at the National Maritime Museum is a free public celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with lantern parades, dance performances and rangoli workshops. Royal Museums Greenwich invites everyone to celebrate 'All Together Now', a day of creativity, culture and community curated by Mehala Ford, founder and curator of COMMONGROUND&, around the idea that we are stronger when we come together. Artists, performers, musicians, makers and storytellers will transform the galleries, with live music and dance, storytelling, talks, creative workshops, art installations and a first-ever Diwali Bazaar of South Asian designers and makers. Everyone is welcome, whether Diwali is part of their own story or not.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/diwali-at-the-national-maritime-museum-37283/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/diwali", "image": ""}, {"title": "GFMA Diwali Celebrations", "start": "2026-11-06T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Mycenae House", "address": "Mycenae Road 90, SE3 7SE London", "price": "£25", "price_from": "25.00", "price_to": "25.00", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/diwali", "music"], "description": "GFMA Diwali Celebrations is an evening of Diwali, the festival of light, festivities. GFMA present it, offering live music, dance, film and food from the Indian Sub Continent.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/gfma-diwali-celebrations-41735/", "official_url": "https://mycenaehouse.co.uk/events/gfma-diwali-celebrations/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Sujata Banerjee Dance Company: Hemantika Festival 2026", "start": "2026-11-15T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Arts Depot", "address": "Nether Street 5, N12 0GA London", "price": "Standard: £18.50, Under 10s: £10", "price_from": "18.50", "price_to": "18.50", "category": "dance", "tags": ["dance/indian-classical/odissi"], "description": "Hemantika Festival 2026 is an Indian classical dance festival presented by the Sujata Banerjee Dance Company at the Studio Theatre. Now in its 11th year, the festival is dedicated to preserving heritage, embracing innovation and empowering communities through the arts. This year's programme features an Odissi performance by Neelambaree Prasad, a Bharatanatyam performance by Sankari Mridha and an SBDC Student Showcase celebrating the company's dancers. The event is an independent hire and not part of artsdepot's own programme.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sujata-banerjee-dance-company-hemantika-festival-2026-73817/", "official_url": "https://www.artsdepot.co.uk/event/hemantika-festival-2026/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e1e52194eb21408e1bc0564a394643141f02e02d07f21d5a32aa2243fa79ce8c-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Marigold Festival - Diwali", "start": "2026-11-07T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-29T00:00:00Z", "place": "Osterley House", "address": "Jersey Road, TW7 4RB Isleworth", "price": "Free event (admission applies)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/diwali"], "description": "Marigold Festival - Diwali is a colourful, family-friendly celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, exploring light, craft and creativity. Visitors can find interactive craft activities through the House and Gardens, see a community-made rangoli and light projection in the Entrance Hall, and learn about the craftsmanship and stories behind Diwali and Osterley. The event runs at Osterley House from 7 to 29 November, from 11:00 to 15:00, and is suitable for all ages. It is free to attend, though normal admission charges for the venue apply, and booking is not needed.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/marigold-festival-diwali-63703/", "official_url": "https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/osterley-park-and-house/events/dad14e3e-7ff7-40fa-91c8-d8984941e37b", "image": ""}]}