Diwali Outfits for Kids 2026: Festive Looks for Girls and Boys

Diwali is the one evening of the year when the whole family dresses up together. There is the puja, the rangoli, relatives dropping in, sweets being passed around, and a hundred photos in front of the diyas. For children, that means a long evening in one outfit, so it needs to look festive and let them sit, run and play.

Diwali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Here are our favourite festive looks for girls and boys, plus a few practical tips that make the evening easier for parents.

Before you choose: three things to check

• Comfort for a long evening. Most of our festive sets are cotton, which is easy on the skin through the puja, dinner and visits.
• Safety around diyas and sparklers. Flowing dupattas, wide bell sleeves and long skirts look lovely, but keep them well away from open flames. For the sparkler hour, a fitted kurta or a lehenga with a shorter, lighter skirt is the safer choice.
• The right size. Children grow fast between festivals. If your child is between two sizes, choose the bigger one, or WhatsApp us on +91 96806 66037 and we will help you pick.

Diwali dresses and lehengas for girls

Lehengas for the big night

Nothing says Diwali quite like a little lehenga that twirls. Pick one that suits your child’s personality:

• Pink and Gold Brocade Lehenga: bright pink brocade with golden foil embroidery, ruffled sleeves and a matching bow hair accessory. The most “Diwali” look in the collection.
• Midnight Elegance Lehenga: black with white stripes and a cut-out blouse. A modern, striking choice that stands out in photos against warm diya light.
• Moonlight Twirl Lehenga: white with colourful hand embroidery and a halter-neck cross blouse. Fresh and bright for a family puja.
• Lavender Ombre Lehenga: light-to-deep purple with a lightweight tiered skirt and handmade tassels. Made for twirling.

Sharara and dhoti sets: festive but easy to move in

If your daughter would rather run around with her cousins than sit still, a sharara or dhoti set gives her the festive look with more freedom.

• Floral Sharara Set: pure cotton in ivory with blush-pink and green floral motifs, a sleeveless peplum top with tie-up detailing and flared sharara pants with printed borders.
• Noor Teal Green Dhoti Set: pure cotton, a flared kurta with bell sleeves and lace detailing, and printed dhoti-style pants. A lovely colour for Diwali. Just keep those sleeves away from the diyas.
• Chandni Leheriya Set: a one-shoulder printed top with a lightweight leheriya skirt in green, yellow, red and white. A cheerful Rajasthani touch.

Kurta sets for pujas and family visits

• Off-White Floral A-Line Kurta and Pink Pant Set: an off-white cotton kurta with a red floral print and silver lace, paired with pink pants. Simple, pretty and very comfortable.
• Short Kurta Pant Set for Girls: a cotton short kurta and pant with Sanganeri and floral prints in rich indigo. A classic Rajasthani print for the puja.

See everything in Girls Traditional Wear.

Diwali kurta pajama and jacket sets for boys

• Shahzaada Nehru Jacket Set: a sleeveless Nehru jacket with mandarin collar and paisley motifs over a white kurta and pajama, all in pure cotton. The jacket makes it feel dressed-up, and he can take it off once the photos are done.
• Short Kurta Pajama Set: a black cotton kurta with a red and green floral print, white lace on the placket and full sleeves, with white pajama. Available from 0–6 months, so it works for a baby’s first Diwali too.
• Long Kurta Pajama Set: blue floral print in 100% cotton, in sizes up to 11–12 years for older boys.

See everything in Boys Traditional Wear.

Twinning for Diwali photos

Matching outfits make the Diwali family photo. Our Mamma’s Mini Mother-Daughter Kurta Set is navy blue with multicolour floral prints and silver-toned detailing, in pure cotton. For a brighter look, the Saheli Matching Mother-Daughter Outfit pairs a red and white printed kurta for mum with a ruffle-neck dress for her daughter.

Need a different size or design?

If you can’t find the right fit, including bigger sizes, we make custom outfits for girls and boys, starting from ₹999. Designed in Jodhpur.

Small tips for a happy Diwali evening

• Do a trial run a few days before so there are no surprises with fit on the day.
• Keep a simple change of clothes ready for after the sweets and the sparklers.
• Take the family photos early in the evening, before little ones get tired.
• Tie back long hair and tuck in any dupatta before lighting diyas or sparklers.

Diwali outfits for kids: quick answers

What should kids wear for Diwali?

A lehenga, sharara set or kurta set for girls, and a kurta pajama or Nehru jacket set for boys. Pick something comfortable enough for a long evening of puja, guests and play.

Is cotton a good choice for Diwali?

Yes. Most of our festive sets are cotton, which is easy on the skin during a long evening indoors. Add a light layer if your city is cool at night.

Which size should I choose?

Check the size on each product page. If your child is between two sizes, choose the bigger one, or WhatsApp us on +91 96806 66037.

Order early

Our delivery time is 4–9 days, with free shipping. With Diwali on 8 November, ordering sooner gives you the best chance of having the outfit in time for a trial. If you are cutting it close, WhatsApp us on +91 96806 66037 before ordering.

Wishing you and your little ones a bright and happy Diwali from all of us at Nautanki Taaber.