Lighting up Kedleston for Diwali
Join us in celebration of Diwali at Kedleston Hall in 2025.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Between 3 October - 13 October, experience Kedleston Hall transformed with light installations and filled with the warm colour of marigolds and flickering diya lamps throughout the Hall.
Everyone is welcome to this celebration of Diwali. Between 3 October and 13 October, no advance booking is required to visit the hall.
There are decorations on the ground floor and the first floor of the hall.
Please note; the hall reopens on 17 October to continue the Diwali display with the addition of the art installation Helios by Luke Jerram. Advance booking is required to visit the hall for visits between 17 October and 2 November. This booking system will apply to members and non members.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear layers appropriate for a cool mansion house in autumn.
- Accessibility
Accessible parking and toilet available. Some surfaced paths accessible by wheelchair. Level access to restaurant and ground floor of Hall, wheelchair available for use. First floor access to Hall via flight of stairs.
- Other
Normal admission fees apply for non members
Upcoming events
Orienteering at Kedleston Hall
Available daily, explore more of the parkland at Kedleston with a family friendly orienteering course. Using a map, choose your own route to find your way.
Helios and Diwali at Kedleston - Hall Entry
From 17 October to 2 November, experience Luke Jerram's Helios at Kedleston Hall as part of this year's Diwali celebrations. Entry to the hall must be pre-booked.
Yoga under Helios
Experience yoga under the awe-inspiring art installation Helios, by Luke Jerram.
Surya - Indian Dance and Music Homage to the Sun
Inspired by art installation Helios, by Luke Jerram, Surya is a specially commissioned Indian dance and music performance dedicated to the Sun God. This new commission is part of Derby Season of Light 2025 festival.