Lighting Up the Mailbox: USPS Announces New 2026 Diwali Stamp

The stamp, which goes on sale in 2026, depicts a colorful rangoli design with a central diya lamp, symbolizing the festival of lights. Bhutada, a Houston-based artist, created the artwork specifically for the stamp.

The U.S. Postal Service announced the design on Tuesday, adding it to its series of Diwali stamps that began in 2016. The stamp will be available in booklets of 20 and as a pane of 20, with the Forever rate covering first-class postage.

Bhutada's rangoli incorporates traditional motifs and vibrant hues, reflecting the joy and warmth of Diwali. The stamp is part of the Postal Service's effort to honor cultural diversity and celebrate festivals observed by Americans of South Asian descent.

The 2026 Diwali stamp will be the sixth in the series, following previous designs that featured diyas, fireworks, and other festive elements. The Postal Service typically releases the stamp ahead of the Diwali season, which falls in October or November.