Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur: Tickets, Venue & Where to Stay
What is it? The Festival of Lights: oil lamps, kolam art and festive bazaars. National public holiday except in Sarawak.
Sunday 8 November 2026 (public holiday Monday 9 November) at Brickfields. This guide covers the official ticket and information sources, how to get there from central Kuala Lumpur, and where to stay nearby.
📅 When: Sun 8 Nov 2026; replacement public holiday Mon 9 Nov 2026 (most states, incl. KL)
📍 Where: Brickfields (Little India), Kuala Lumpur
🎟️ Attendance: Free public festival. Open houses and temple visits; dress modestly at temples.
ℹ️ Official information: www.malaysia.gov.my
🏨 Stay: Cormar Suites, 10 Jalan Perak, central Kuala Lumpur
About Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur
The Festival of Lights: oil lamps, kolam art and festive bazaars.
- National public holiday except in Sarawak
- Falls on a Sunday, so Monday 9 Nov is the replacement holiday (not in Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, Sarawak)
- Brickfields bazaars sell sarees, kolam materials and sweets in the run-up
Tickets & how to attend
This is a public festival with no ticket needed. Temples and public spaces get crowded, so dress modestly at religious sites and arrive early. Attendance: Free public festival. Open houses and temple visits; dress modestly at temples.
Getting to Brickfields (Little India), Kuala Lumpur from Cormar Suites
- By Monorail: from Bukit Nanas station (about 10 minutes' walk) to KL Sentral, then a few minutes' walk into Brickfields.
- By Grab: about 15 minutes.
Why stay at Cormar Suites for Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur
- Spend the festival in Little India, then return to a quiet central base.
- Spacious serviced apartments, from studios to two-bedroom suites, with a kitchen, living area and fast WiFi. Better than a hotel room for groups and longer stays.
- Parry Road Café is downstairs for coffee and breakfast before you head out.
- Rooftop infinity pool with views of the KL skyline.
- Central location: KL Tower, KLCC, KL City Walk and Bukit Bintang are all close by, and the Monorail is about a 10-minute walk.
- Book direct for our best available rate. Event dates sell out fast, so book early.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur?
Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026 (public holiday Monday 9 November) at Brickfields.
How do I get tickets for Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur?
No ticket is needed; it is a public festival.
Where should I stay for Deepavali 2026 in Kuala Lumpur?
Cormar Suites at 10 Jalan Perak, central Kuala Lumpur, is about 15 minutes by Monorail or Grab from Brickfields. Its serviced apartments have kitchens and living space, and there is a rooftop infinity pool. Book direct for the best available rate.
How do I get to Brickfields from central Kuala Lumpur?
From Cormar Suites it is about 15 minutes by Monorail or Grab. See the 'Getting there' section on this page for step-by-step directions.
Official sources
- malaysia.gov.my/en/government/cuti-umum–cuti-persekolahan/cuti-umum
- everythingboleh.com/malaysia-public-holidays-and-school-holidays-2026
- blog.wego.com/deepavali-2026-malaysia-travel-plan
Information checked on 11 October 2026 from the official sources above. Event details can change, so always confirm with the organiser. KL Visit is a guide by Cormar Suites and is not affiliated with the event organisers.