Leicester Diwali, also known as Leicester Diwali Mela, is the biggest Diwali celebrations outside India. Leicester is a city in East Midlands area of England (UK). Leicester Diwali 2011 lights switch program will be held on October 16th 2011, in which more than 50,000 people will participate. Diwali 2011 date is 26 October 2011.
On Diwali day, there will be entertainment programs on Cossington Street Recreation Ground. The entertainment concludes On November 5th 2011 at 8.30 pm with fantastic firework display.
Programme of Events on Diwali 2011:
6.00pm – Belgrave Flyover and Belgrave Road Closed
6.45pm – Stage Entertainment at Cossington Street Recreation Ground
8.30pm – Firework Display
8.50pm – Firework Display Ends
9.30pm – Belgrave Road Re-opens