26 Best Diwali Gifts 2024, Unique Diwali Gift Ideas

These thoughtful gift ideas will light up the holiday for friends, family, and loved ones.

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Widely celebrated in India and by people of Indian descent all around the world, Diwali is a time to gather with loved ones and celebrate the triumph of light over darkness—and in some regions, the start of the new year. This year, the holiday begins on Thursday, October 31, which means right now is the time to shop for the best Diwali gifts for all your friends, family, and loved ones!

In case you’re not familiar with India’s most important holiday: The five-day celebration, also known as the Festival of Lights, is marked by lighting lamps and candles (known as diyas), feasting with family, and leaving offerings to Diwali’s main diety, Lakshmi, who is the goddess of wealth and prosperity. That abundance and generosity extends to family, friends, and loved ones, too, meaning that gift-giving is very much encouraged. Traditional gifts include just about anything gold (think jewelry and coins), as well as nuts and small sweets.

Of course, finding the perfect gift for any occasion can be a struggle, but here’s the good news: We tracked down all the best, most thoughtful Diwali gift ideas this year, from classic candles that will light up the holiday to personalized jewelry, beauty picks, and of course, delicious food gifts that the whole family can enjoy together. (Psst: We even have some great gifts for kids, too.) So, whether you’re grabbing a gift for your mom, or you’re on the lookout for a gift for grandparents, we’ve got you covered. Shubh Diwali!

This Diwali gift box comes specially curated with everything they need to celebrate the Festival of Lights, including a Henna hand-painted tea light holder, clay diyas, ‘Subh Labh’ symbols for prosperity, a small pouch of almonds, and even a personalizable card.

These beautiful hand-glazed ceramic plates, from Our Place’s Diwali collection, will come in handy when they’re hosting holiday feasts and potluck dinners. In addition to the set of four full-sized plates, there’s also matching midi plates, mini bowls, and more.

Diwali is the Festival of Lights, after all, so go ahead and lean into the theme with these gorgeous solar lanterns, which charge during the day and cast cheerful, intricate shadows at night. Winter blues have nothing on these things!

Are they a Bollywood fan? This fun game features cards with iconic Bollywood films, characters, actors, songs, and more, which players have to act out, draw, or sing. It’s perfect for holiday parties and family game night!

This gorgeous decorative bowl comes in a traditional Indian style and can be used for so many things: For flowers, diyas, potpourri, or even food. It’ll look so lovely when placed in their dining room or entryway table, too.

Figuring out what to send your health-focused aunt or cousin with a sweet tooth is tough—but this dried-fruit gift box is exactly what you’ve been looking for. Instead of candy, it’s packed with dates, figs, and apricots topped with all manner of seeds, plant-based powders, and chocolate.

Could their skincare routine use a little upgrade? This exfoliating clay face mask incorporates ingredients used in ancient Indian beauty rituals—including turmeric, which helps reduce dark spots and brighten complexion, as well as soothing aloe leaf and hydrating honey.

Diwali is a time for reflection and devotion, and yes, meditation. Add a bit of calm to your Diwali decor with this multi-gem tree of life that represent the seven chakras to help you channel your energy.

Help them perfect their henna body art—a popular tradition for Diwali and other occasions—with this handy henna tattoo kit. It not only comes with henna powder and solution, but it also has an applicator bottle and self-adhesive stencils.

This adorable DIY craft kit is great for little ones and kids to celebrate the holiday. It comes with all the craft materials they need (and instructions) to make a little paper orgami of Ganesha, which they can proudly display after.

With notes of the classic sandalwood incense, this candle hits all the right homey, nostalgic notes—and they can even burn it for Lakshmi Puja!

Something we can all agree on is tea—especially when it’s eco-friendly, fair-trade, and universally beloved by reviewers. Whether you’re giving it to your sister or your uncle, it’ll be a hit. (We know you’ll want to pick up a pack for yourself, too.)

They love a good serving board; you love giving a good gift. This eye-catching agate plate, which makes a wonderful addition to nearly any kitchen, should make you both happy.

How adorable is this samosa plush?! Dog parents (and their pups) will adore this cute chew toy, which takes the form of the savory pastry you’ll probably fill up on during Diwali.

Gratitude and generosity are two cornerstones of Diwali—and this handy journal can help your giftee practice them throughout the rest of the year. It comes with plenty of space for them to jot down reflections, affirmations, and anything else.

You might not be celebrating in the same place as your family, but that doesn’t need to get in the way of your connection. When one party touches one of these connected lamps, the other will glow at the same time, sending a simple message of love across any distance.

You know your family best: If they’re definitely not looking forward to cooking during Diwali, go ahead and send this complete meal (including aloo gobi from San Francisco staple Curry Up Now). And if they’re not vegan, don’t fret—there are meaty, buttery options, too!

Keep the kids happy and occupied while the adults socialize with a gift of this Rangoli Mandala Circular Floor Puzzle. At 48 pieces, it’s doable for most little ones—and it even doubles as a beautiful floor art piece when it’s finished.

Who doesn’t love some good kulfi? Pretty much anyone will get a kick out of these molds, which can make up to 18 of the desserts at once.

Little ones will love this huggable stuffed plush toy of baby Ganesh, a symbol of luck and new beginnings. The best part: It even sings five popular Gapanti mantras with a push of its belly!

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