Holi 2002 Date — Friday, March 29, 2002
When is Holi in 2002? Holi 2002 falls on Friday, March 29, 2002.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2002 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Fri, 22 March 2002 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Thu, 28 March 2002 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Fri, 29 March 2002 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Tue, 2 April 2002 |
About Holi
Holi celebrates the victory of devotion over ego (Holika Dahan) and the playful colors of spring (Rangwali Holi). It is tied to Krishna’s leelas in Braj and to seasonal renewal across North India, with related observances elsewhere.
How to observe
On Holika Dahan eve, many communities light a bonfire with prayers. The next day, people play with colors, share gujiya and sweets, and visit temples. Use skin-safe colors and respect local rules about water and public spaces.
Why we celebrate
Victory of Prahlada's devotion over Hiranyakashipu; burning of Holika. Celebrates spring, forgiveness, and Krishna's leela in Braj.
How it is celebrated
Play with colors, water, music; community harmony. In Braj, Lathmar Holi and temple celebrations.
Puja timing
Holika Dahan on Purnima evening; Holi colors next morning (Parva). Puja of Holika before bonfire.
Foods & offerings
Gujiya, malpua, thandai, puran poli, dahi vada — regional sweets.
Rituals
- Collect wood; Holika dahan after sunset with parikrama.
- Offer grains, coconut to fire; apply ash for protection.
- Next morning: apply gulal, visit friends and elders.
- Seek forgiveness and renew relationships.
Holi dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Sat, 10 March 2001 |
| 2002 | Fri, 29 March 2002 |
| 2003 | Wed, 19 March 2003 |
| 2004 | Sun, 7 March 2004 |
| 2005 | Sat, 26 March 2005 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2002
- Holika Dahan 2002 date — Thu, 28 March 2002
- Ugadi 2002 date — Sat, 13 April 2002
- Gudi Padwa 2002 date — Sat, 13 April 2002
- Chaitra Navratri 2002 date — Sat, 13 April 2002
- Vishu 2002 date — Sun, 14 April 2002
- Baisakhi 2002 date — Sun, 14 April 2002
- Tamil Puthandu 2002 date — Sun, 14 April 2002
- Maha Shivaratri 2002 date — Tue, 12 March 2002
- Ram Navami 2002 date — Sun, 21 April 2002
- Hanuman Jayanti 2002 date — Sat, 27 April 2002
- Thaipusam 2002 date — Wed, 27 February 2002
- Vasant Panchami 2002 date — Sun, 17 February 2002
