Diwali in the D Opening/Dua Lighting Ceremony

Diwali in the D: Opening & Dua Lighting Ceremony

Monday, October 20 • 6:00–11:00 PM
Detroit Shipping Company (Midtown Detroit)
Free to attend — RSVP strongly encouraged

Kick off Diwali in the D week with a warm community gathering at Detroit Shipping Company. We’ll open the evening with music and good vibes, share a few brief remarks, and come together for a dua lighting ceremony at dusk (around 6:42 PM)—a moment of reflection, unity, and light for the city we love. After photos, we’ll roll straight into a Detroit Lions Watch Party with the game on the TVs and live DJs keeping the energy up throughout the night.

• 6:00 PM – Doors open, music & mingle
• ~6:35 PM – Welcome remarks & brief speeches
• ~6:42 PM – Dua Lighting Ceremony (at dusk) + group photos
• 7:00–11:00 PM – Detroit Lions Watch Party + Live DJs
• All night – Food specials from Detroit Shipping Company vendors & full bars

• Free entry — please register to help us plan for seating, flow, and food specials.

• Family-friendly atmosphere to start; bar service available with ID.
• Indoor/outdoor spaces (weather permitting).
• Limited seating; early arrival recommended.

Join us as we light up Detroit and celebrate community—then cheer on the Lions together! Register now to save your spot.

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