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Diwali is the brightest, the loudest and the most anticipated festival of the year. Our houses light up with diyas, candles and the hope of an even better year ahead. Gifts are exchanged, mithai becomes main course, new baubles adorn our walls and new outfits adorn us; the joy is just contagious. In the days preceding the actual event, Delhi sees celebrations popping up in every corner in the form of Diwali Melas. People rush to buy handicrafts, clothes, jewellery, footwear and anything that tickles their fancy; sometimes they just gather at these places for a good time with their loved ones. So have a look at the best and the most happening Diwali Melas of 2017!
Blind School Mela
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The most popular Diwali Mela of Delhi, the Blind School Mela is run by the Blind Relief Association on their school grounds. You’ll find all kinds of handicrafts, diyas and candles made by the blind students of this school, to bring a little light into our lives. Designer clothes, home décor and delicious cuisine from all corners of India await you at this Mela.
Date: 10-16 Oct
Time: 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM
Venue: Blind School Ground, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Lodhi Road
Entry is free
Select City Walk Diwali Bazaar
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It doesn’t get more posh than this Diwali Mela. All of south Delhi flocks to this one for its off-beat accessories and home decor. Held at one of the premiere malls in Delhi, you’ll find luxury items that are chic and beautiful; and if you feel you’re done with the mela, then there is a mall right in front of you!
Date: 4-8 ct
Time: 12:00 M- 10:00 PM
Venue: Courtyard, Select City Walk Mall, Saket
Entry is free
Defence Colony Mela
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If you live in South Delhi and haven’t visited this Diwali Mela yet…then what have you been doing? Also popularly known as the South Delhi Mela, this is a favourite for all. It is organized by the Defence Colony Resident’s Welfare Association. Its major attractions include pop up shops, games, DJ performances and a beautiful, colourful ambiance that puts in a festive mood.
Date: 14 Oct
Time: 2:00 PM- 10:00 PM
Venue: Gumbad Roundabout, Defence Colony
Entry is 50 per person
Sunder Nagar Diwali Mela
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This Diwali Mela has been entertaining generations for over five decades! The mother of all Melas, it is an intergenerational favourite and for good reason. Giant ferris wheels, magic shows and games keep you entertained all night long; for all shopping addicts you will find all kinds of knick knacks littered all over the stalls, that are visited by thousands.
Date: 14-15 Oct
Time: 4:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Venue: Sunder Nagar Colony Park, Sunder Nagar
Entry is 100 per person
Mahotsav Diwali Mela
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This is fully fledged family event at one of the biggest grounds. Kids’ activities, major lifestyle and home décor brands; Mahotsav is an experience not to miss. The one thing to look out for is the legendary food provided by the skilled chefs at the Seven Seas Banquet.
Date: 2 Oct
Time: 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM
Venue: Seven Seas Banquet & Lawn, Lawrence Road
Entry is free
So hurry, cause there’s so many Diwali Melas to attend!