DIVYA JYOTI ASSOCIATION INC. PRESENTS
2026
Diwali Motorcade
and Cultural Extravaganza
On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Little Guyana came together to celebrate the Festival of Lights with devotion, illuminated vehicles, Tassa, music, dance and community.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Phil “Scooter” Rizzuto Park (Smokey Oval), Queens, New York
Festivities begin at 1:00 PM
Free and open to the public
DATE
Saturday, October 24, 2026
TIME
Festivities begin at 1:00 PM
LOCATION ↗
Phil “Scooter” Rizzuto Park (Smokey Oval), Queens, NY
ADMISSION
Free and open to the public
THE 2026 CELEBRATION
A day of devotion, culture and community.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
01
Lakshmi Puja
1:00 PM
02
Diwali Cultural Show
3:00 PM
03
Diwali Motorcade
5:00 PM
04
Diwali Grand Finale Concert
7:00 PM
THROUGH THE HEART OF LITTLE GUYANA
A celebration of light in Richmond Hill.
The Diwali Motorcade brought together decorated vehicles, families and community members to celebrate the Festival of Lights in Queens. Thank you to everyone who helped carry this tradition forward.
GATHER WITH US
Smokey Oval, Queens
Phil “Scooter” Rizzuto Park
A LIGHT WE CARRY FORWARD
Mother Lakshmi 2025: Meet Lilly
In 2025, Lilly Basdeo was named Best Dressed Mother Lakshmi at the Diwali Motorcade. Her grace, devotion and cultural pride reflect the spirit of a cherished tradition passed from one generation to the next.
WATCH THE LIGHT RETURN
More than an event. A Queens homecoming.
Relive the Motorcade’s 2025 return through the stories, images and performances that brought the community together.
PARTICIPATE
2026 Vehicle Registration Closed
Thank you to everyone who registered a vehicle or float for the 2026 Diwali Motorcade. Please stay connected for future announcements.
SELL AND SHOWCASE
2026 Vendor Applications Closed
Thank you to the businesses, nonprofit organizations and vendors who took part in this year’s celebration. We look forward to sharing future opportunities.
SUPPORT THE TRADITION
Help Keep the Light Shining
Community supporters and partners help preserve the Diwali Motorcade as a celebration of faith, heritage and togetherness.
GALLERY
A glimpse of the magic.
From illuminated floats and Tassa to devotion, artistry and family celebrations, these moments capture the spirit of the Diwali Motorcade and the community that makes it possible.
Floats and Lights
Devotion in Every Generation
The Rhythm of Little Guyana
Community
Cultural Showcase
Live Performance
THE RETURN
The light came back to Liberty Avenue.
After a five-year pause, the Diwali Motorcade returned in 2025, welcoming more than 10,000 community members back to the streets of Queens. The return marked a homecoming and the beginning of a new chapter for this cherished tradition.
WITH THANKS
Made possible by our partners.
We extend our sincere thanks to the civic leaders, sponsors, community partners and supporters who contributed to the 2026 Diwali Motorcade. Your partnership helps keep this cherished celebration alive for future generations.
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