Diwali, the festival of lights, is the most auspicious day of the year. At Maa Durga Temple in White Plains, families come for darshan of Maa Durga, join the Lakshmi puja and aarti, and take prasad home.
Diwali 2026 Dates and Puja Times
| Dhanteras | Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
| Diwali Darshan | Sunday, November 8, 2026, temple open 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Evening Aarti | 7:00 PM daily |
Dates and times come from our temple calendar. Please check it, or call (914) 236-0803, before you visit.
What Happens at Diwali
- Darshan: The temple is open all day so you can take darshan of Maa Durga and her blessings for health, happiness and prosperity in the new year.
- Lakshmi Puja: Join the Lakshmi puja with our pundit ji.
- Aarti: Evening aarti at 7:00 PM.
- Prasad: Take prasad home for your family.
- Dhanteras Puja: Two days before Diwali, we hold Dhanteras puja in the evening.
Who Can Attend
Everyone is welcome. Bring your kids, your parents and your friends.
Cost and Donations
Donations help the temple host Diwali and serve the community. You can donate online or at the temple. To sponsor a puja, see Puja Sponsorship or call the temple.
Diwali Photos
See all photos from Diwali at Westchester County Center 2026
See all photos from Dhanteras Pooja 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it open to everyone?
Yes. Everyone is welcome, whatever your background. Bring your kids, your parents and your friends.
Is there parking?
Please call the temple at (914) 236-0803 for parking details on festival days.
What time is the Diwali aarti?
Evening aarti is at 7:00 PM. On Diwali day the temple is open from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM for darshan.
Where is the temple?
Maa Durga Temple (Durga Temple of Westchester), 1880 Sawmill River Road, White Plains, NY 10607. See our temple timings and map.
See all Hindu festivals at Maa Durga Temple.
