Diwali, the festival of lights, is illuminating homes across the UAE today, and the celebration has extended into workplaces, where employees are infusing their offices with color, sweets, and joy.
In Dubai, companies of all sizes are embracing the festive atmosphere, blending work and celebration in uniquely creative ways. Known as Deepavali, Diwali is one of India’s most celebrated festivals, enjoyed by millions worldwide, including those in the UAE.
Despite the weekday hustle, Diwali’s themes of light, positivity, and unity are shining brightly in UAE workplaces, highlighting how the country’s diverse community honors traditions while maintaining a productive work environment.
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Festive Lunches and Games
Swati Arora from Kreston Menon Chartered Accountants shared that their team is eagerly anticipating a grand celebration later this week.
“We are planning a proper Diwali party on Wednesday with games, lunch, and various festive activities — it’s our annual tradition. We prefer celebrating later as many wrap up early on the main Diwali day,” Arora explained.
Swati Arora
“Today, people are dressed a bit more festively, but on Wednesday, we’re going all out,” she added, mentioning that the firm’s Jafza and Business Bay offices, along with other branches, are participating in the festivities.
At Aspire International Building Materials Trading LLC, festivities began days in advance. Finance Manager Charu Gupta said her team organized both in-office and outdoor celebrations.
Charu Gupta
Yacht Parties and Sweets Galore
“We kicked off with pre-Diwali celebrations, including a yacht party at Dubai Marina,” Gupta shared. “On Dhanteras, we arranged a vegetarian thali lunch for all staff and distributed food boxes at our warehouse. Today, we held a special Diwali prayer and handed out boondi ladoos to the entire team and warehouse workers,” she added.
Yacht party
Food boxes for workers
For some, today was about blending festive joy with the pace of a regular workday.
Namita Aneesh from MFC mentioned that her team brought a homely feel to the office.
“We’ve all dressed up today, and everyone is energized — the atmosphere is very festive,” she said. “It’s a full working day, but many hope to finish early if possible. Some colleagues even changed into special outfits at the office. There’s an abundance of sweets — overall, it’s been a fun day.”
