Free Diwali Games for Kids
Celebrate the festival of lights with free rangoli-style pattern art, symmetry drawing and family board games that began in India, like Snakes and Ladders and Chess. Everything plays in the browser, so it is easy to share with cousins during the holidays.
Why kids love diwali games
Rangoli designs are built on symmetry and repeating patterns, so the art tools here practise real geometry while kids create. Snakes and Ladders grew from the old Indian game Moksha Patam and Chess from chaturanga, which makes them a lovely way to share a bit of history at Diwali. Play money in rupees adds a festive shopping game.
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Diwali Games FAQ
Are there rangoli games for kids?
Yes. Spin, Twirl and Mirror repeat what you draw around a centre or across a line, which is exactly how many rangoli patterns are made. Pattern Blocks and Quilt are great for planned geometric designs.
Which games come from India?
Snakes and Ladders developed from the Indian game Moksha Patam, and Chess grew out of chaturanga, which was played in India around the 6th century.
When is Diwali?
Diwali follows the Hindu lunar calendar, so the date changes each year. It usually falls in October or November.
Are the Diwali games free?
Yes. All of them are free to play with no download or sign-up.
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