‘SPARKLING BRIGHT’: Croxley community comes together to celebrate Diwali with light and colour

Croxley was awash with colour, culture, and community spirit on Saturday evening (Saturday, October 11) as residents gathered at Yorke Mead School for a vibrant Diwali celebration hosted by Croxley Green Parish Council.

The event, marking the Festival of Light, attracted hundreds of attendees who enjoyed a rich programme of music, dance, crafts, and traditional food. From Bollywood and classical Indian dance performances to henna art, diya-making, and sweet treats, the evening celebrated the joy and unity of Diwali.

Cultural highlights included performances by local artists, dance academies, and the high-energy Dhol 2 Dhol drummers.

The festivities concluded with a lantern-lit procession to the library forecourt, led by the Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire Robert Voss CBE. He also officiated the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, a glowing symbol of hope and togetherness.

With free entry and activities for all ages, the event offered a memorable celebration of community and culture, leaving Croxley glowing in the spirit of Diwali.

Asked how the event went, Croxley councillor Narinder Sian said in a Facebook post: “A huge thank you to everyone who came out for Diwali yesterday.

“Huge thank you to the Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire for joining us, and to the brilliant Croxley Green Parish Council team and volunteers who made it all happen. The Diwali lights on the birch trees are sparkling bright.”