Holi 2026, the Festival of Colors, is celebrated on March 3. Beginning with Holika Dahan on the evening before, the main day sees people of all ages playing with vibrant colored powders (gulal) and water. Streets come alive with music, dance, and the joyous spirit of spring. It is celebrated across India with regional variations – Lathmar Holi in Barsana, Phoolon ki Holi in Vrindavan, and Rangpanchami in Maharashtra.
Major Festival
Holi
होली
Tuesday, March 3, 2026Phalguna Masa
Significance
Holi celebrates the legend of Prahlad and Holika – the triumph of devotion and faith over evil. It also marks the arrival of spring, the renewal of relationships, and the spirit of forgiveness. Social barriers dissolve as everyone celebrates together.
Rituals & Traditions
- Holika Dahan – lighting a sacred bonfire the night before
- Playing with colored powders (gulal) and water guns (pichkari)
- Preparing and sharing gujiya, thandai, and malpua
- Visiting friends and family to celebrate and reconcile
- Singing Holi songs (Phag/Faag) and dancing
Panchang Details
Tithi
Purnima
Masa
Phalguna
Paksha
Shukla
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