Your Diwali Shopping Guide 2024 of Local Markets in Kolkata

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time for joy, family gatherings, and shopping! If you have some last-minute Diwali shopping, these are the best local markets in Kolkata for all festive shopping. During this festive season, Kolkata’s vibrant streets transform into a shopper’s paradise, offering everything from ethnic attire to stunning home décor. And don’t forget to bargain, it can lead to great deals! The best part is you won't have to hop between too many places. Let’s take a journey through the best Diwali shopping markets in Kolkata, where you can find everything you need to make your celebrations special.

1. Burrabazar: The Heart of Festive Shopping

Burrabazar is the perfect one-stop destination, known for its massive Diwali market. This bustling market offers everything—diyas, Lakshmi-Ganesh idols, pooja essentials, ethnic wear, and Jewellery —at super affordable prices! Head straight to Panghat Creation for Diwali outfits. And what’s Diwali without jewellery, Right? Manikchand Jewellers, offers imitation and gold-plated designs in Kundan, meenakari, and temple jewellery styles or you can style your neckpiece by buying some jewellery raw materials from the wholesale market that are perfect for festive occasions. The Paradise Bag can fill up the need for perfect accessory, with a wide range of ethnic clutches and potli bags. Oh! Don’t forget the decorative items like lanterns, LED lights, crackers and traditional diyas. You’ll find everything in the wholesale street markets of Burrabazar.

How can a festival ever be complete without mithai? Shops like Bhim Chandra Nag or Tewari Brothers offer the most-sought after classic Diwali sweets!

2. New Market (Hogg Market): For the Fashion-Forward Shopper

Visit Kolkata’s SS Hogg Market or New Market on weekdays, late afternoon to enjoy a more relaxed shopping experience. Wear comfortable shoes and walk through the vibrant lanes, you’ll find an array of ethnic clothing, glittering jewellery, festive lanterns, and intricately designed diyas, all perfect for lighting up your celebrations. If you’re looking to add a floral touch to Diwali home decor? The Flower Market nearby has fresh garlands and other floral decorations that will enhance the festive atmosphere at home. For Diwali feast or special Diwali gifts, visit Nahoum & sons – a bakery.

Chandni Chowk St beside Hogg market, is known as the oldest and biggest software and hardware market in Kolkata. You can find the best lights and sound system for a grand Diwali party.

Other Vibrant Diwali Shopping Markets in Kolkata

Along with the above markets Kolkata has, Gariahat Market is known for its bright street vendors selling ethnic clothes, contemporary accessories, and excellent handicrafts. Hati Bagan, located in the heart of North Kolkata famous for its affordable ethnic clothing, trendy accessories, and a wide variety of jewellery, making it the perfect place to find something special for your festive wardrobe. Dakshinapan in Dhakuria is an artisan hub that showcases traditional crafts, handloom fabrics, and stunning brass home décor items, perfect for getting into the Diwali shopping spirit.