When fall hits, South Asians worldwide start gearing up for Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. The five-day festival is over 2,500 years old and is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists. This year Diwali will take place on October 24—the holiday generally falls between October and November, depending on the lunar calendar—and includes an abundance of food and sweets, dancing, and family gatherings to honor the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.
