Major festival
Holi (Rangwali)
होली
Holi, the festival of colours, falls on the Pratipada after Holika Dahan and celebrates the arrival of spring and the play of Krishna and Radha with a riot of colour, water and sweets.
Also known as: Rangwali Holi · Dhulandi · festival of colours · Dhuleti.
Presiding deity: Krishna.
Holi (Rangwali) dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holi (Rangwali) 2026 | 4 Mar 2026 | Wednesday | All cities → |
| Holi (Rangwali) 2027 | 23 Mar 2027 | Tuesday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Holi (Rangwali)?
Holi, the festival of colours, falls on the Pratipada after Holika Dahan and celebrates the arrival of spring and the play of Krishna and Radha with a riot of colour, water and sweets.
What are the other names for Holi (Rangwali)?
Rangwali Holi, Dhulandi, festival of colours, Dhuleti.
When is Holi (Rangwali) 2026?
Wednesday, 4 March 2026 (India).
When is Holi (Rangwali) 2027?
Tuesday, 23 March 2027 (India).
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