Planning Deepavali celebrations at work? You don’t need firecrackers or temple bells to make it meaningful. The Festival of Lights is ultimately about togetherness, gratitude and shared joy. With the right mix of activities, food, and festive spirit, your office can feel just as warm and welcoming as home.
Whether you’re organising a quick lunch-hour activity or a full in-office party, here are 7 fun, inclusive and easy-to-run Deepavali games and activities to light up your workplace celebration.
1. Kolam Drawing Challenge
Set up a kolam station with chalk, coloured rice, or paper templates and let teams create beautiful floor art. You’ll be surprised how quickly the creativity and competition kicks in.
Pro tip:
- Turn it into a mini competition
- Use printed kolam outlines for those unfamiliar with the tradition
- Offer Sofnade snack packets as prizes
Kolam represents welcome and good luck. It’s a beautiful way to start a celebration.
2. Diya Decoration Station
Provide unpainted clay diyas, acrylic paint, glitter and stickers. Colleagues can decorate and take home their own diya as a reminder of the event or display them together in the office for a collective festive feel.
Why it works:
- Calming, creative, and non-competitive
- Great for team members who prefer low-pressure activities
- You can give participants a Sofnade cookie bottle or candle to take home
3. Deepavali Trivia Quiz
Create a short, fun quiz on Deepavali traditions, food, attire, or history. You can host it live or digitally. It’s educational and entertaining.
Sample questions to include:
- What does the word “Deepavali” mean
- Name three snacks commonly served during Deepavali in Singapore
- Which Hindu deity is honoured during Deepavali in North India
Winners can receive Sofnade’s classic snack bags or mini gift boxes.
4. Best Dressed Contest and Festive Photo Booth
Encourage colleagues to show up in traditional Indian wear such as saris, kurtas, or kurti tops. Set up a backdrop with flowers, fairy lights or kolam prints and let everyone take photos.
Make it more fun by adding:
- Instant photo printing
- Props like bangles, bindis, and turbans
- Gift a Sofnade cookie jar to everyone who participates
5. Guess the Snack Game
Blindfold your colleagues and let them guess what Deepavali snack they’re tasting. Use safe Halal options like ribbon murukku, sugee cookies, kara boondi, pineapple tart and banana chips.
How to play:
- Use Sofnade’s snack bottles or packet sets
- Offer a prize for most correct guesses
- Let participants keep the snacks they tasted
6. Kandil Gratitude Wall
Set up a station with colourful paper lanterns, also known as kandils, or cutouts where employees can write gratitude notes or wishes. Hang them in a central spot as part of your office décor.
Themes to prompt:
- What are you thankful for this Deepavali
- Who in the office has helped you shine this year
- What do you hope for in the new year
Combine this with a small Sofnade candle or sweet treat for each participant.
7. Host a Live Snack Station for the Full Festive Experience
Nothing brings people together like warm, freshly made food. Sofnade’s Live Station Catering makes that easy and memorable.
Choose from over 70 interactive food options such as:
- Freshly flipped prata with curry
- Roti kirai with chicken curry
- Sweet boondi or mini tarts
- Local favourites like mee soto, laksa, goreng pisang, muah chee, and bubble tea
All food is MUIS Halal-certified. Set-up and service are included. Live stations are ideal for pantry spaces, function rooms, or common areas.
Book early to secure your preferred time slot.
Learn more at: Sofnade Live Station Options
Wrap Up with Gifting and Gratitude
End your celebration on a sweet note by gifting colleagues with:
- Classic snack bags
- Premium cookie boxes
- Luxe gift sets with candles
Sofnade’s Deepavali snack range includes over 14 types of Halal-certified treats, from ribbon murukku and kara boondi to pineapple tarts and sugee cookies. All items are beautifully packed in bottles, boxes, or reusable gift bags.
You’ll find everything you need at Sofnade, from live food stations to customisable snack gifts with stickers and corporate-ready delivery.Explore gifting options at: Sofnade Deepavali Menu
WhatsApp Sofnade to enquire about live station catering or bulk orders
