Diwali 2025

Diwali 2025: Dance, Dine & Celebrate on Sydney Harbour

Saturday 18 October 2025

Step aboard Starship Sydney this Diwali for a night of celebration, culture, and unforgettable Harbour views. With three expansive decks, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, and a rooftop viewing deck, Starship Sydney offers the perfect setting for the Festival of Lights.

Enjoy 4 hours of cruising on the world’s most beautiful Harbour, paired with dazzling entertainment, a plentiful Indian buffet, and the company of family and friends. From live music and cultural dance to dining under the city lights, this one-night-only event promises an evening of joy, flavour, and festivity.

✨ Celebrate Diwali in true Sydney style - aboard the Harbour’s most iconic glass vessel.

About Diwali

Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by millions around the world each year. Originating in South Asia, it usually falls in October or November and brings together communities of many faiths, including Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and others.

In 2025, Diwali will be observed from 18–22 October with five days of festivities. Traditions vary across regions, but they commonly include lighting lamps, decorating homes, sharing sweets, honoring family bonds, and celebrating the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

We will be celebrating Diwali on Dhanteras, Saturday 18 October, with a cruise aboard Starship Sydney—welcoming wealth, prosperity, and well-being. Wherever it is celebrated, Diwali is a time of joy, reflection, and togetherness.