Diwali is a time when we remember the victory of good over evil, but it is also a time to get your loved ones together and celebrate that very victory. So, throw the best Diwali party with our party guide this festival season, and become the host with the most. 

The festival season means lots of family time, great food, gifts, the perfect outfits, music, dance, and a game or two of cards. And with our help, you will be acing it all, and throwing the best Diwali bash, that will make sure everyone will be waiting for their invite next year.

Throw the best Diwali party, with these tips and party essentials we have picked out: 1. Get The Dress Code Right

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A Diwali bash is incomplete without the right clothes. And to get the dress code right, you need to be a good host, get your Diwali outfit ready. Make sure you let guests know the required attire, whether you want to class it up in a fancier black tie-inspired event, or go the traditional way.

It is Diwali after all, so we recommend fully decked out desi vibes. with vibrant and glam ethnic outfits. Get yourself the perfect Diwali kurta and make sure your guests know to dress up too.

2. Ambience Is Key & That Means Lighting, Lighting, Lighting!  

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A warm, welcoming, and energetic ambience is a necessity for any party, and even more so for a Diwali party, which is, after all, the festival of lights. Don't worry about over-doing it, there's actually not much of a way to go overboard with lights during Diwali. Instead, invest in different kinds and style of light. Buy a couple of string lights, some floor lamps, paper lantern lights, and make sure your guests feel the festive vibe the whole time they are there.

String Lights

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3. The Right Music To Set The Tone & Keep The Party Going 

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Get into the party mood with the right music. We obviously mean, Bollywood music. Dance through the night with the Bollywood hits that aren't just fun, but also have innumerable memories attached to them. Bring on the fun, nostalgia, and festive feel with the best music. 

If you are wondering about what kind of sound system is suited to outdoor parties, or big Diwali bashes, check out our list of the best speakers.

4. Make Sure People Are Hooked With Games And Entertainment 

Diwali parties mean lots of games, camaraderie, and fun. We all know a game or two of cards is on the table (pun intended) when friends and family get together during the Diwali season. Even if you aren't throwing a card party, it's good to be stocked with games and entertainment options for your guests.

We recommend these:

• Cards

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• Jenga

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MRP: Rs 449

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• Uno

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MRP: Rs 89

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• Poker

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MRP: Rs 3,499

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• Cards Against Humanity

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MRP: Rs 2,150

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5.  Let The Food Do The Talking 

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Don't forget the food when it comes to your Diwali bash. Keep your fridge fully stocked, or better, over-stocked. It is much easier to handle having more food (you can always give it to charity or have your guests take packed food back), but dealing with a food shortage is scary and difficult, when you have a bunch of hungry guests on your hand.

Pro tip: Get LOTS of snacks. They keep your guests nibbling, busy, and it is much easier than having to handle a full plate of dinner while socialising or partying it up. So get a lot of different kinds of snacks, and lessen the amount of the main courses.

6. A Drink Or Two, Served Up In Style Is Always A Good Idea 

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Any kind of party needs a little bit of fuel to keep it going, and to bring out the crazy in your guests. So, organise drinks that people find easy to handle, and mix, unless you are hiring a bartender or server to manage it. Get yourself some quirky and effective bar accessories that will not only make the whole thing easier but also impress your guests.

Pro tip: In case some of your guests get a little too crazy, or simply want to sober up, keep provisions handy. We have all hosted parties where we had to drop the host hat, and become a nurse, and it's a pretty inevitable thing. So, just be prepared for any spilt drinks, messes, or an overly drunk person. 

Stock up on some easy-to-use wipes, keep some cleaning supplies handy, keep a batch of chilled lemonade in the fridge, and some headache medicines that you can easily dispense to anyone in need.